Frequently Asked Questions

Laser is an acronym of light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation Laser dentistry has become an increasingly popular form of dental care. It is a minimally invasive alternative to specific invasive treatment options. Laser dentistry can treat many conditions related to hard tissues/soft tissues in the mouth. Cosmetic treatments can also be performed with lasers. SOFT TISSUE PROCEDURES: SOFT TISSUE PROCEDURES INCLUDE: GUMMY SMILE TREATMENT:A gummy smile is when someone has extra gum tissue surrounding their teeth, lasers are used to remove excess gum tissue. GINGIVECTOMY: It’s a cosmetic procedure that reshapes the gum line by removing gum tissue CROWN LENGTHENING: Before getting dental restorations, such as a crown/implant, your dentist may require crown lengthening. This procedure reshapes the underlying bone and gum tissue to expose healthy tooth structure. FRENULUM: Laser frenectomy can remove the gap between teeth, i.e., diastema, and fix gum recession HARD TISSUE PROCEDURES: TOOTH DECAY TREATMENT: Lasers remove decay-causing bacteria and remove cavities HYPERSENSITIVITY TREATMENT: Lasers can seal tubules on tooth roots, resulting in less sensitivity. ROOT CANAL TREATMENT: Lasers access the root canal, remove infected tissue, shape the canal, and then fill it.

It’s a standard recommendation that both children and adults visit a dentist every six months to clean and oral exam. That because of dentist find its to be safest amount of time to detect oral health Most people who practice good oral care need to see the dentist every six months. Your dentist may want you to come in more frequently for a cleaning and exam if you fall under the categories like: Your pregnant: fluctuating hormones can put expecting moms at greater risk for developing gum diseases and cavities Cancer patients: cancer medications can dry out the mouth and put patients at greater risk for oral health conditions. Diabetic: Diabetic can contribute to gum and oral health problems Smoker: Using tobacco can cause gum disease, and healing after a dental procedure is also improper Heart patient: Oral health matters when it comes to preventing heart disease as bacteria in the mouth can make their way to the heart. People with poor oral health have a higher risk of cv problems compared to people with healthy mouths.

Dental x rays procedure techniques have been refined over time to minimize the exposure to protective radiation techniques possible to ensure patient safety. Lead aprons reduce the exposure of x-rays radiation to the body’s trunk and lead thyroid collars to protect the thyroid.

Single dental digital radiation x rays have: 0.1 mrem per year Natural radiation from soil: 35 mrem per year Smoking cigarettes: 1300 mrem per year Drinking water: 5 mrem per year Using natural gas for heating and cooking: 9 mrem per year

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Dental x-rays are a general dental examination procedure. Many dental problems are invisible to the naked eye. X-rays can help dentists evaluate gingival health, infection related to the tooth-root region, and jawbones’ condition. Dental X-rays are safe, and these are very useful for the diagnosis of oral health conditions.

You have to walk for a minimum of 20-30 minutes daily after surgery, which can be further increased after 4-6 weeks of surgery.

It depends upon the pre-operative Hemoglobin levels of the patient. If it is above 12gm/dl, the requirement of blood during surgery is 0-1 bottle. But we always arrange four bottles as standby.

Sure, you live long, provided the surgery is done within the right time and for the correct indication.

Avoid weight lifting and driving for three months.