Sri Dental Clinic - Since 1993 : FAQ's

• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Whitening
• Perio
• Restorative
• Halitosis
• Orthodontics
• Other Treatments
• Tips

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FAQ's

To assist in answering questions that you may have, we have compiled several frequently asked questions, listed below. Please select a topic that you are interested in.

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Perio:

Q.	I have a "gummy" smile ... can anything be done? Yes! Cosmetic gum raising and/or tissue sculpting is an excellent choice. Sometimes orthodontics can help, as well as orthognathic surgery. You need to get a consultation with a good cosmetically-trained restorative dentist, periodontist, surgeon and an orthodontist. Your best bet is to visit a dental office that have all these specialists working together in the same facility.
Q.	My gums have shrunk, making my teeth look larger; what can be done? Sometimes a gum graft can be done to cover sensitive roots and stop the downward progression of your gums. New techniques with little discomfort and great results are available. You may also need bonding, or other restorative treatment, as part of the treatment plan.
Q.	There is a dark line on my tooth at the gum line -- what causes that? Usually a metal margin on a crown or a dark root. Look for a dentist who makes crowns with "porcelain margins or all ceramic crowns." Visit the dentist to determine the exact cause and best solution.
Q.	My gums bleed when I brush or floss. Is this normal? No! A thorough soft tissue evaluation including x-rays, with a prophylaxis (cleaning) and good homecare instructions are an essential beginning. Usually bleeding is a beginning symptom of gingivitis or periodontal disease, and may require conventional gum surgery if necessary. Seek a dentist who can do different forms of treatment from simple cleaning of the teeth to antibiotic therapy, and, as a last resort, surgery.
Q.	How often should I have my teeth cleaned? Each person is different...twice a year is based on most insurance coverage, but most patients need to have a professional dental cleaning every 3 to 4 months. Decay and gum disease are caused by bacteria in a colony that takes about 8-10 weeks to become destructive, or must be removed or broken up within this base period.
Q.	Why do I need to have x-rays? Won't they cause cancer? X-rays show a variety of things not seen by a visual exam, including bone loss, tooth decay, impacted teeth, some tumors, and cysts. Most dental x-ray machines today are low dosage. For the very concerned patient, a new technology called radiovisiography uses the lowest amount of radiation. For instance, an entire set of complete x-rays is equal to one conventional x-ray using 90% less radiation.
Q.	My son chews tobacco -- will it cause cancer? It sure can! Chewing tobacco has an even higher risk than cigarettes because of the concentration of tobacco. Chewing tobacco is a high-risk cancer producer.

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Restorative:

Q.	My crown in the front doesn't match my teeth -- it looks fake. What can be done? This is the hardest thing to do in dentistry-match a single front tooth. Look for an excellent cosmetic dentist who works with a "master ceramist" in his or her office. Sometimes it is necessary to do more than one tooth. In that case, bonding or porcelain laminates might be the answer. Remember, it takes a great deal of artistry involved on the part of the dentist and ceramist.
Q.	What's a cap? What's a crown? A cap and a crown are the same thing. The entire tooth surface is reduced and usually replaced with artificial material such as porcelain or porcelain bonded to metal.
Q.	I've lost a tooth. What can be done? Today’s dentistry offers many options. 1. Tooth bonded back in place 2. A removable appliance 3. A fixed bridge 4. An implant and crown
Q.	What's the difference between bonding and porcelain laminate veneers? Bonding is a tooth-colored plastic (composite) resin material and is done in one visit (little tooth reduction, no anesthesia required). Porcelain laminate veneers can mask dark stains better with less long-term chipping than bonding. They are made by a ceramist and do not stain, offering greater choice in color, shape, and vitality. They require only two office visits.
Q.	What's the difference in cost between bonding and veneers? Generally bonding is 1/2 to 1/3 of the cost of veneers or crowns. Your best bet is to review the fee range and advantages/disadvantages for all procedures in Change Your Smile (Quintessence Publishing Company).
Q.	How long does a bonding/veneer last? On the average, bonding last three to eight years. Porcelain laminate veneers lasts four to twelve years or more.
Q.	Why should I spend a lot of money on a root canal? Why not just pull the tooth? Losing a tooth can be the beginning of many more lost teeth. Saving the tooth maintains space, keeps other teeth from shifting, and eliminates the need and cost of a bridge or implant and crown. Although seemingly expensive, it is actually quite cost-effective.
Q.	I have so many dental problems; sometimes I think I should just pull out all my teeth and get dentures. To be able to wear a denture comfortably requires sufficient retention. Bone is invariably lost when teeth are pulled and then continues to reabsorb and shrink back, resulting in poor-fitting loose dentures. These consistently require remaking and never function as natural teeth. Eating, speech and overall functions are severely compromised. Most times, even if the root can be saved, a good dentist can give a patient good functioning and esthetically-pleasing, long-lasting teeth. Today, dental implants, used to anchor a denture, add stability and are an ideal choice for most denture patients.
Q.	I have a space between my two front teeth. How can it be closed? There are several ways in which this can be corrected: 1. Orthodontics is the best way (multiple visits) 2. Bonding (one visit) 3. Porcelain laminate veneers (two visits) 4. Crowns (two visits)
Q.	My teeth are too small -- can I have bigger teeth? Yes. it's possible either with composite resin bonding, porcelain laminate veneers or full crowns if they break or are already broken. Have a consultation which will include esthetic computer imaging to see how you can look with long or perhaps wide teeth.
Q.	My "canine" teeth are too pointed. Help! I look like a vampire! Cosmetic contouring or reshaping your natural teeth would be the best possible procedure for this. It only takes one quick, painless appointment to improve your look.
Q.	My teeth are uneven, what can I do? Cosmetic contouring, porcelain laminate veneers, orthodontics, bonding, or crowns can be used to correct this.
Q.	I was hit in the mouth and my teeth are broken, chipped, and cracked. What can I do? Translumination or an intraoral camera can be used to determine the extent of the cracks. Your possible choices to correct the problem would be: 1. Bonding 2. Porcelain laminate veneers 3. Porcelain crowns
Q.	I have big dark silver fillings ... can they be made tooth-colored? Yes. Possible tooth colored replacement choices include: 1. Composite (plastic) resin 2. Porcelain inlay/onlay 3. Porcelain crowns
Q.	My teeth stick out in the front. Are braces my only option? No. Many times a compromise can be suggested after a cosmetic consultation. Possible options include: 1. Cosmetic contouring 2. Bonding 3. Porcelain laminate veneers 4. Crowns Keep in mind that orthodontics is usually the best choice for these situations
Q.	My teeth don't show when I smile. 1. Orthodontics is your best bet -- the teeth can usually be brought down enough to show. However, at times orthognathic surgery may be suggested as well. 2. Bonding or porcelain laminate veneers or full crowns are a possible compromise.