MISSING TEETH- MAKING THE BEST CHOICE

                In the recent times, the word DENTAL IMPLANT has become a colloquial term when someone loses their teeth. But the correct information, relieving anxiety or clarifying doubts about the dental implant has not been made clear among the people.
We, the experts at PS DENTAL CENTRE are here to help you out in delivering the best solutions & also rendering the best treatment with the trending dental implants!!

UNDERSTANDING DENTAL IMPLANTS:

Maybe you've heard people talk about dental implants. It's been said that they're modern dentistry's best option for replacing missing teeth; they offer the highest success rate of any tooth replacement procedure. With a proper care, they can last just as long as your own natural teeth — a lifetime. But, you may still be wondering: What exactly are dental implants? We're glad you asked!

            A tooth has two main parts: Thecrown (the pearly-white part that shows up when you smile), and the root, the part below the gum line that anchors the tooth in the jaw. A dental implant replicates the natural tooth . The titanium screw permanently replaces the root part of the tooth which is placed in the jawbone and with a crown (cap) that's created to look and function just like your natural teeth — is then placed on top of the implant. Together, they make an implant a complete tooth replacement system.

What's so great about this system?

It is the fact that the titanium metal of which the implant is made has a very special “osseo-integration” (integration with the bone) property. That's what is essential for an implant to stay in its place properly, to look good and to function well for a long, long time. . And isn't that what everyone wants from their teeth?

Now you have read about dental implants. But, what is it actually like to go through the surgery since the implant has a screw shape? Seems to be what gives some people a pause; having a screw put into bone sounds like it would be painful; the reality is quite the contrary.

Here is a step by step procedure of what to expect:

Appointment 1:

During your first appointment, your dentist will consult you, examine your oral cavity, clarify your doubts, explain you about the treatment, X-rays will be taken for the assessment of bone.

Appointment 2:

On this day, your dental implant treatment begins with a small surgical procedure under local anesthesia. Your dentist will open your gum tissue to expose the underlying bone, followed by which the TITANIUM IMPLANT placed & it is sutured.

After the 7^th day of surgery your sutures are removed.

Appointment 3:

After your dental implant is fused with your jaw bone which will take approx.3 to 6 months. During this healing period a provisional crown will be given incase of front teeth. After the healing period,  your dentist will attach the implant to a small connector called an abutment, which is going to hold your crown/bridge. Your dentist then makes impression & shade selection for your new tooth.

Appointment 4:

The last step is to fix your new crown/bridge into the abutment.

WHY DENTAL IMPLANTS ?

Though there are several good solutions for replacing your missing teeth, the dental implant is the best mode of a replacing a missing tooth for the following reasons:

Ø Dental implant has a success rate of 95-98%.

Ø They provide a long-term result & lasts lifetime when maintained properly.

Ø It preserves the underlying bone structures.

Ø Dental implants can be used for single or multiple tooth replacements, or as a means of supporting overdentures.

Ø It does not require support from your adjacent teeth or any alterations to your adjacent teeth.

Ø It does not require special care apart from brushing & flossing.

Ø There are no dietary restrictions.

Ø There is no risk of slippage while eating or speaking.

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T BE NERVOUS ABOUT IMPLANT SURGERY ?

Dental implant surgery is a routine dental procedure in our PS dental centre. Since we have well trained experts, there is very little discomfort & a very high success rate.

The titanium implant which is placed into your bone is a bio-compatible material, meaning it is non-toxic & it is not rejected by your body.

We plan the procedure precisely. Implant placement details are often mapped out ahead of time. All the necessary pre surgical planning is done with the help of  X-rays & CT images for placing an incision & creating a channel to hold the implant at the proper place . As you can see nothing is left for chance in the hands of an experienced and qualified team.

Implant surgery can be performed with local anesthesia . Implantation is usually easier than tooth extraction. With a local anesthetic, only the implant site and surrounding tissues will become numb while you remain conscious. If, however, you have any anxiety can also ask our expert consultants about implant surgery under sedation or sleep dentistry before proceeding.

There’s minimal discomfort afterward. Thanks to the pre-planned surgical guide and advanced implantation techniques, there’s very little tissue disruption and incised tissues are normally stitched with self-absorbing sutures. While some cases may require stronger pain relievers, most of the time a mild non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin or ibuprofen is sufficient for discomfort afterward.

The implant site heals fairly quickly and predictably with a 95-97% success rate. A few weeks after bone integration you will receive the crown and you’ll be ready for many years of full function and a confident smile.

God gives you teeth twice. We at PS DENTAL CENTRE with our personalized care give you the third time.

If you would like more information on dental implants, walk in to PS dental centre for an expert consultation.

-         Dr.Imran MDS(Implantologist)

Fellow of International Congress of Implantology(USA)

Advance Implant Therapy & surgical course(Japan)

Mouth Ulcers

 

What?

      Mouth ulcers are painful sores in the oral mucous membrane.

        They usually have an oval or round shape and a diameter of three to four millimetres.

·         A mouth ulcer is grey, white or yellow in colour with a red inflamed edge.

·         They appear on the inside of the cheek, lips, gums or under the tongue.

·         Mouth ulcers can occur singly or in groups and usually disappear within one or two weeks.

·         Mouth ulcer slowly recedes and will disappear within 10-14 days.

·         Pain slightly decreases as the mouth ulcer(s) gets smaller.

·         In some situations mouth ulcers can last for several months or keep occurring every two weeks

If the mouth ulcer doesn't disappear after two weeks, you should visit your doctor or dentist, because this can be a sign of an impending disease.

Types of mouth ulcer

Mouth ulcers occur in several forms. They can appear anywhere in the mouth, except for the hard palate and top of the tongue or lips. There are three main types of mouth ulcers:

•Minor

•Less then one centimetres in diameter

•May appear singly or in groups

•Heals naturally within 7 to 14 days

•Leaves no scar

•Major

•Greater then one centimetres in diameter

•Appear one or two at a time

•May take several weeks or even months to heal

•May leave a scar after they heal

•Herpetiform

•Irregular shape

•Appear in large numbers or clusters

•Healing process takes two weeks to a month 

Recurrent Oral Ulcerations

About 20% of the population suffers from chronic mouth ulcer, called recurrent oral ulceration or recurrent aphthousstomatisis. This disorder is characterized by recurring ulcers every week or month. 

Causes of mouth ulcer

The most common causes of mouth ulcer is a

1.      weak or compromised immune system,

2.      mouth injury

3.      stress.

Although the exact cause of mouth ulcers is unclear, there are a variety of factors that can cause or trigger mouth ulcers:

·   Biting the inside of your cheek, lip or tongue

·   Sharp or broken tooth

·   Poor oral hygiene

·   Spicy food

·   Alcohol

·   Some medicines

·   Smoking

·   Poorly fitted dentures

·   Using a toothbrush that is too hard

·   Toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulphate(SLS)

·   Hypersensitivity to certain foods

·   Inherited

·   Vitamin deficiency, especially B-complex

·   Low immunity

·   Bacterial or viral infection

·   Hormonal changes

·   Medicines

·   Anxiety

·   Stress

·   Allergy

Prevention

Personal care

·   Eat a healthy varied and well balanced diet of fruit and vegetables

·   Drink plenty of water each day

·   Avoid food or drinks that are hot, spicy or acidic

·   Reduce sweet and sugar consumption

·   Limit alcohol use

·   Take vitamin B-complex and folic acid (especially people with recurrent mouth ulcer and/or immune deficiency)

 Oral hygiene

·   Brushing teeth and floss twice a day

·   Regular dental care/check up's (minimum twice a year)

·   Proper cleaning of the tongue

·    

 Life style

·   Avoid or reduce stress

·   Reduce or stop smoking

When to Contact a Medical Professional

·         If a sore begins soon after you start a new medicine.

·         If you notice large white patches on the roof of your mouth or your tongue (this may be thrush or another type of infection).

·         If the mouth sore lasts longer than 2 weeks.

·         If You have a weakened immune system (for example, from HIV or cancer).

·         If You have other symptoms like fever, skin rash, drooling, or difficulty swallowing.

If any of this above mentioned signs and symptoms occurs kindly walk into any of our nearby PS Dental centre for the specialist consultations ,proper guidance and  treatment at the right time.

Should I have to worry about ulcers?

Most ulcers heal up on their own. However, if they don't heal within three weeks you should visit your dentist. Our dental team will be able to examine your mouth to check that the problem is an ulcer and not something more serious such as mouth cancer. If you suffer from ulcers that come and go often, you should visit your dental team to check that there is not an underlying medical cause.