dental treatments: an informational guide

Dental Treatments: An Informational

Guide

Dental Implants

What are they?

* Used to treat teeth loss

* Teeth are replaced with a screw-shaped artificial

tooth root

*Implants match the mouth tissue

Who Can Have

Them?

* Anyone who has good health

* Does not have risks for infection or bleeding

*Jaw bone needs to be completely developed

Stages of Implant

Treatment

* Planning: analyze bone structure and anatomy

* Practice: indicate surgery time and procedure

* Healing: stitches are removed or dissolve after 1

week

* Construction of Prosthetics: closing caps are

removed after 2 months; measurements are taken

What Happens

Afterwards?

* Follow the advice of your dentist to stop bleeding and

speed up recovery time

* Clean your mouth with a sterile cloth

* Apply ice packs to teeth for 10 mins to prevent swelling

* Eat small meals and drink plenty of fluids

Full Porcelain Crowns

What are they?

* These are artificial tooth surfaces applied to

damaged teeth

* It enhances the appearance of teeth and

protects them

Who Can Have

Them?

* Those with weak teeth who want to provide more

protection

* Have a large filling but not enough teeth to

support them

* Want veneers in addition to implants

*Have cracked/discolored teeth

Stages

* Planning: dentist examines teeth and gums; locates

problem teeth

* Preparation & CEREC Technology: teeth signs of decay are cleaned; digital

design and measurements are taken

* Crowning: adjustments are made with crowns to fit individual oral structure

What Happens

Afterwards?

* Brush at least twice a day and floss daily

* Don’t chew hard foods to prevent damage to crowns

Laminate Veneers

What are they?

* They improve the appearance of damaged

teeth

* Usually applied on front teeth

*Due to strength, they are most preferred dental

application

Who Can Have

Them?

* Those with teeth coloring issues which can’t

be treated by cosmetic bleaching

* Have gaps or crooked teeth

* Needs tooth restoration

* Have receding gums

Stages

* Planning: dentists examine problem teeth and gums;

gather info for correct procedures

* CEREC Technology: digital imaging and design are

conducted

* Incision and carving: Natural teeth surfaces are carved

.5mm; guns are straightened

What Happens

Afterwards?

* You instantly obtain a beautiful smile which lasts for

years

* Follow the advice of your dentist for best oral hygiene

habits

* Floss at least once a day

ZirconiumCrowns

What are they?

* A highly durable white metal used for dental restoration

* Improves appearance of teeth and is placed under

porcelain veneers

* Made of bio-compatible material

Who Can Have

Them?

* Those who have lost significant tooth material

* Want to do a dental bridge restoration

* Suffer from problematic front teeth

* Metal allergies

Stages

* Planning: teeth are checked and proper dental procedure

selected

* Preparation & use of CEREC: digital

measurements are taken; teeth are reshaped and zirconium

crowns are made

* Fitting: crowns are fitted properly; patient chooses

color and appearance

* Application: final shape and restorations are given

What Happens

Afterwards?

* Brush and floss daily

* Make routine visits to the dentist, ensuring proper oral

care

Dentures

What are they?

* Replace lost natural teeth

* Removable dentures are most preferred

Types of Removable Dentures

* Complete Dentures: used for patients without any

natural teeth

* Partial Dentures: used for patients with some natural

teeth

*Overdenture Implants: can be applied to patient’s remaining natural teeth, to tooth root,

and over implants

What Happens

Afterwards?

* Clean dentures after each meal with a brush and soap

* Never use bleach, dishwashing or laundry

detergents to clean them

*Dentures should be replaced every 2-5 years.

For More Info Contact Maltepe

Dental Clinic, specialists of dental implant treatments

abroad