COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Crowns

A crown is a cap that is placed over a tooth and held in place by dental adhesive or cement. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials. They can be made from plastic, ceramic or metal alloys. A combination of metal and ceramic is also possible to maximise strength and simulate the appearance of natural teeth.

Crowns are used for several reasons:

as a protective cover for badly decayed teeth or fractured teeth

to correct minor problems in natural teeth like spacing and irregular shape or severe discolouration.

Firstly, a thorough clinical examination is conducted with radiographs, by the dentist. The suitability for crowns is assessed and any preparatory work is carried out. Your dentist will also be able to advise on material choices, treatment sequence and any other concerns you may have.

At the second appointment, the teeth to be crowned are prepared. This involves reduction of the tooth size (usually under local anaesthesia) followed by an impression or mould of the prepared tooth. This trimming of the tooth is required to create space for the crown to be fitted.

At the third appointment, the temporary crown is removed and the tooth surfaces cleaned. The completed crown is tried on the tooth for fit, harmony with the bite, and appearance. Finally, the crown is cemented onto the prepared tooth with dental cement.

Regular check-ups will enable your dentist to detect any problems with your crown and recommend necessary treatment.

Crowns

Crowns are used for several reasons:

as a protective cover for badly decayed teeth or fractured teeth

to correct minor problems in natural teeth like spacing and irregular shape or severe discolouration.

Regular check-ups will enable your dentist to detect any problems with your crown and recommend necessary treatment.

Teeth Whitening

Whitening is a process where the tooth discolouration is ‘whitened’ to a lighter shade. It removes the staining agent through chemical means. It is a safe procedure when carried out under professional supervision. Treatment results usually depend on the severity of the discolouration. Both vital (i.e. live) and non-vital teeth (e.g. tooth with root removed) can be bleached and may take several visits to complete. It is not effective on dental restorations such as amalgam fillings, metal or porcelain crowns, etc.

Teeth can discolour for various reasons. The dentist will recommend the most ideal method based on your oral condition after an in-office examination to establish the cause and nature of your tooth discolouration, as well as provide you with more information on the various types of whitening procedures available, duration & frequency of treatment.

Dentures

Dentures are removable prosthesis used to replace missing teeth. Commonly referred to as ‘false teeth’, a denture is usually made of acrylic or a combination of acrylic and metal. Partial and Complete Dentures replace the missing hard and soft tissues following loss of teeth, restoring function and facial proportions within physiological limits.

Working together with our own specialist laboratory, we can provide natural looking removable dentures with optimal stability and function. We can use a variety of techniques to complement your natural smile. We can also help determine if the placement of dental implants will be possible to improve your experience with dentures, allowing you to enjoy improved confidence with your dentures.

A good set of dentures helps you to eat, speak, function, and often improves a person’s appearance.