1. Dental Bonding
Purpose: To fill gaps, cover stains, and fix chips in teeth.
Procedure:
Application of composite resin material to the tooth.
The material, available in various shades, is sculpted to cover the desired area.
It is dried using a high-intensity light or a chemical.
Minimal discomfort; sometimes involves minor tooth roughening.
Advantages:
Usually completed in one visit.
Relatively inexpensive compared to other dental restoration techniques.
2. Tooth Contouring and Reshaping
Purpose: To fix issues like overlaps, shallow pits, grooves in enamel, worn edges, and chipped teeth.
Procedure:
Polishing instrument used to remove a small amount of enamel.
Tooth is reshaped, smoothed, and polished.
Enamel removal only after confirming teeth strength through x-rays.
Advantages:
Quick, inexpensive, and non-invasive.
Follow-up visit often required.
3. Mouth Guards and Night Guards
Purpose: To protect the mouth during sports or sleep.
Types:
Mouth guards: Protect against shock during sports.
Types: Stock, mouth-formed, custom-made.
Night guards: Prevent teeth grinding (bruxism) during sleep.
Ideal for worn teeth, jaw aches, and sensitivity to cold.
Procedure:
Created using a cast of the teeth.
4. Halitosis (Bad Breath)
Causes: Breakdown of food particles by bacteria, periodontal disease, and volatile sulfur compounds (VSC).
Diagnosis:
Dentists use a halimeter to measure VSC levels.
Treatment:
Prescribed oral hygiene routine.
May include irrigators, artificial saliva, tongue scrapers.
5. Tooth Whitening
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6. Crowns and Bridges
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Crowns: Artificial replacements for the upper portion of a tooth.
Bridges: Alternate tooth held in place using two crowns bonded to adjacent teeth.
These procedures help enhance the appearance and functionality of teeth, contributing to improved oral health and a more confident smile.
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