FAQ
Why missing teeth needs to be replaced?
Replacing missing/lost teeth is necessary; otherwise the bite may be disrupted, leading to certain issues like over eruption, bone resorbtion and thus resulting in further tooth loss. If left untreated, this can even collapse the facial profile.
What is the dental implant?
Dental implants are the best and the most effective alternative for missing or lost tooth. These are titanium metal' screws' that can be inserted in the patient’s jawbone so as to bind firmly with the bone. This is placed in order to support crowns, bridges or dentures, thus eliminating completely the need for conventional dental plates or multi-unit bridges.
What are dentures?
Dentures work as artificial substitutes to effectively replace all or few of the lost teeth and surrounding tissues, in order to further function, health as well as esthetics issues. When put in simple terms, dentures are artificial substitutes that help replace lost teeth.
What are the different types of dentures available?
Dentures take in two broad classifications namely partial and complete dentures. Just as the name implies, complete dentures replace the whole set of teeth, while partial dentures are meant for partial replacement. Categorizing partial dentures there are removable and fixed partial dentures. The former replaces just few teeth and are fabricated in such a way that it can be removed or replaced by the patient, as and when wanted. The fixed counterpart also serves in replacing a few teeth but can be removed only with the assistance of a dentist.
What is a crown?
A crown is more or less like a defensive technique, which works as a restoration that forms a protective cover for the entire tooth just like a cap. Crown can be of porcelain or acrylic and are used to restore discoloured teeth, or those spoiled with multiple decays or fracture or are broken.
What is a bridge?
A bridge is a prosthetic appliance used for replacing missing teeth or lost teeth by permanently attaching it to a pair of adjacent teeth.
Key benefits of undergoing orthodontic treatment:
Undergoing orthodontics treatment can gift one a more glamorous smile. Moreover the treatment will facilitate better functioning of teeth, healthy gums, increased self-confidence, as it augments the overall aesthetic presence of one’s face. It also guarantees reduced risk while performing other dental treatments.
What is the process of orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic treatment mainly works with braces and brackets for strengthening and aligning crooked and overlapping teeth. Braces apply gentle yet steady pressure on the teeth to move them back to normal position. The brackets fixed on to the teeth and the arch wire that links them forms key components. On placing the arch wire into the brackets, it builds a natural instinct to get back to original shape. As this happens pressure is applied onto the teeth that will force them to move to their new normal position.
What is the time duration for orthodontic treatment?
Normally duration of the treatment is 12-24 months; however this may vary from individual treatment requirements and also the severity of malocclusion that needs to be corrected. Also patient compliance is another factor that decides the duration to which one might need to continue the treatment.
Can any dentist perform orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic treatment must be performed under an orthodontist, who is a specialist qualified to handle the treatment. He or she must be trained and experienced in the special skills required to manage tooth movement and thus should be in a position to guide facial development.
