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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are Tooth Implants? Is it a better treatment plan over others?

It is a "replacement of tooth root". A dental implant is a titanium post (like a tooth root), that is surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line over which the crown is mounted after a certain period of time. Implants are the only dental restoration option that preserves the natural bone and also stimulates the bone growth.

2. Why the Gum bleeds while brushing?

Improper oral hygiene results in plaque and calculus formation by bacteria in the mouth. These bacteria may cause redness and swollen gums resulting in gingivitis and periodontitis.

3. What is teeth whitening?

It is a procedure whereby certain whitening gels are applied to the teeth,in order to remove certain external and internal stains to change the color and shade of the teeths.

4. What is tooth impaction?

A tooth which is completely or partially unerupted or has has lost its potential to erupt is known as "impacted tooth". And the surgical procedure to remove this tooth is known as an "Impaction" .

5. What is the difference between tooth filling and RCT?

Tooth Filling : A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay due to bacteria or minor fractures, back to it's normal function and shape.

RCT : Root canal treatment is a procedure which includes "denervation of the tooth". When the root canal is done,the dental pulp (nerve) is removed followed by subsequent cleaning and shaping of canals with files and irrigating solutions and all the canals and pulp chamber of the tooth are filled and sealed to prevent bacteria from entering into canals.

6. What are the common dental treatment?

10 most common Dental Treatments:
   1) Tooth Filling and Repairs
   2) Root Canal Treatment (RCT)
   3) Braces
   4) Bridges and Implants
   5) Crowns and Caps
   6) Extractions
   7) Dentures
   8) Gum Surgery
   9) Sealants
   10) Teeth Whitening
   11) Veneers
   12) Scaling

7. Difference between crown & bridge.

CROWN : A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth-to cover the tooth to restore it's shape,size and strength.

BRIDGE: A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth. The teeth adjacent to the missing tooth are crowned and an artificial tooth bridges the gap.

8. Is there any home remedy to toothache?

There are so many remedies to toothache pain
  • Salt water rinse
  • Hydrogen peroxide rinse (Mouth Wash)
  • Cold compress (ice pack)
  • Peppermint tea bags
  • Garlic
  • Clove
  • Guava leaves
  • Wheat grass (wheat plant)

9. Is there any home remedy to toothache?

There are so many remedies to toothache pain
  • Salt water rinse
  • Hydrogen peroxide rinse (Mouth Wash)
  • Cold compress (ice pack)
  • Peppermint tea bags
  • Garlic
  • Clove
  • Guava leaves
  • Wheat grass (wheat plant)

10. How many visits does an RCT take?

Complete Root Canal procedure usually take 2-3 sittings completely depends on the treatment, medication, complexities depends on tooth condition. Now, a day’s single sitting RCT also done by some renowned dentist.

11. When should you plan to visit a dentist?

We should plan to visit the dentist after :
  1. Bleeding gums
  2. Bad breath
  3. Tootache

* Every 6 months for good oral health and hygiene for taking care of gums and teeth.