We have identified the most frequently asked questions about dental care, treatment and disorders encountered by patients. We hope to provide you with some answers below.
Dental dyschromia, the name given to tooth discolouration, can be explained in many ways. The use of certain medications and genetic factors are sometimes responsible for the loss of whiteness. Other reasons for "yellowing of the teeth" include dental care that can affect the enamel as well as the consumption of tea, coffee and of course foods rich in sugar.
Tooth whitening, also known as teeth whitening, is a treatment that has been widely proven to be effective.
The results of "chairside" whitening are far more impressive than those provided by commercially available whitening kits, or treatments performed on the breasts in smile bars.
In order to maintain the effects of bleaching, it is advisable to maintain it by using a specific product at home. It is advisable to touch up occasionally with the home gel kit.
Similarly, it is recommended to adopt (or continue to maintain) excellent oral hygiene as usual.
There is no pain from tooth whitening. However, some patients do experience a temporary increase in sensitivity to cold for a while during the treatment. These uncomfortable symptoms stop within 1 to 3 days after treatment.
This cosmetic dental treatment is safe when performed by a specialist. Moreover, many professionals agree that it is the least aggressive treatment in cosmetic dentistry.
First of all, this dental aesthetic treatment is largely discouraged for pregnant women and nursing mothers. Likewise, whitening is contraindicated for all patients who suffer from cavities or dental hypersensitivity.
The indication for the placement of implants must be made on a case-by-case basis. The practitioner must mainly take into account the state of health, the implant site and the expectations expressed by the patient before possibly proposing this medical device. The dental implant is a life-saving solution to compensate for one or more missing teeth.
The duration of the protocol is conditioned by various factors (nature of the disorder, patient profile, choice of device etc.). A complete treatment may take from 3 to 18 months.
People affected by heart disease and those who have recently suffered a heart attack cannot benefit from a dental implant.
There are also some relative contraindications:
- Diabetes
- Pregnancy
- Some autoimmune diseases
- Excessive tobacco consumption
There are 1,001 reasons for the success of dental implants. First of all, they are known for their long-term robustness, even though their longevity is partly conditioned by the patient's general health and oral hygiene. Secondly, they help to preserve the balance of the jaws. Dental implants may be the only reliable solution to safeguard adjacent teeth. In addition, they offer an aesthetic result very faithful to that of natural teeth and help restore chewing.
Dental implants require nothing more or less than conscientious, daily brushing and flossing in order to limit the accumulation of bacterial plaque.
Among the factors causing orthodontic disorders, a distinction must be made between hereditary factors. According to specialists, many of the causes can be explained by a disturbance in dental development or in the evolution of facial growth between birth and adulthood.
There are several signs that indicate the need to see an orthodontist. The first sign is overlapping teeth in a small jaw. It is also a pronunciation defect or a protruding lower/upper jaw vis-à-vis the other. Permanent missing or overhanging teeth are another indication when consulting an orthodontic surgeon.
It is recommended that parents schedule a consultation for their child from the age of 7 or 8. As for adults, if they have not benefited in the past from a treatment that they would have needed, they can correct their abnormality later on by using, for example, a dental appliance characterized by its discretion.
Parents can promote their children's oral health, including preventing the appearance of cavities as soon as the first baby teeth appear.
The practitioner must be informed of the sports activities that the child is likely to engage in. These hobbies may cause harmful consequences for the entire dentition.
The first visit to the dentist can be very stressful for a child. Contrary to what some parents think, it is not advisable to prepare the child formally for the consultation. In fact, you take the risk of making the child think that an unpleasant event is going to happen, based on the promises you've made or the fears you've mentioned.
The paedodontist or paediatric dentist can contribute in many different contexts. Does your boy or girl feel pain when he or she eats an ice cream or drinks a hot drink? You could schedule an appointment at our HYGIE DENTAIRE LUXEMBOURG. When his or her gums are irritated or when you suspect the presence of caries, you would also be well advised to schedule a consultation. If no treatment is administered, the visit remains an opportunity to remind her of the practices associated with good oral hygiene.
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