Introduction to dental treatments

Older people are at a higher risk for dental problems which has increased the need for treatment and care; especially for vulnerable older people living within care homes and those suffering from dementia. If left unaddressed, dental issues combined with the level of chronic illnesses in this population can explode into bigger, more complex health problems, and increased risk of hospitalisation, poor quality of life and death from malnutrition.

Root canal treatment:

When the nerve of your tooth is diseased or injured and unable to repair itself, the nerve usually dies. The common causes of nerve death are fracture or a deep cavity that exposes the nerve to bacteria, which causes the nerve to die. A painless root canal treatment in Mumbai is a way to save the tooth if your nerve becomes infected by a cavity or exposed due to fracture. When this procedure becomes necessary, it may take 1-3 appointments to be completed depending on the level of infection and/or complexity of the situation.

The procedure itself is completely pain-free.  We use modern dentistry tools while performing a computerized root canal treatment.   This makes the outcome more predictable and allows us to perform the procedure in a way that is as gentle as possible and will also provide you with anesthesia so that you do not feel any unnecessary discomfort

Full mouth rehabilitation treatment:

Full-mouth rehabilitation of the worn dentition presents the clinician with many challenges and potential pitfalls. A systematic approach to diagnosis, treatment planning, and risk management is crucial for a predictable outcome. A staged approach to restoring the worn dentition provides the clinician opportunity to evaluate how a patient will respond to occlusal and esthetic changes. In this case, a 61-year-old retired engineer presented with concerns about the wear on his teeth. The case demonstrates the benefits of a staged approach and describes the successful alteration of the initial treatment plan when changes were necessary to better manage risk.

Full mouth rehabilitation is a highly individualized treatment. The point of a full mouth reconstruction plan is to optimize the health of the entire mouth, including the teeth, the gums, and the bite. In many cases, it is necessary to replace or restore every tooth in the mouth using a combination of dental services.Full mouth rehabilitation may include any of the following cosmetic and restorative dentistry services:

Dental bridges

Dental crowns

Dental implants

Inlays or onlays

Porcelain veneers

Professional grade teeth whitening

Tooth-colored composite or traditional metal fillings

The goals of treatment are as follows:

Restore worn teeth and manage functional risk by establishing an MIP that was stable, with bilateral, simultaneous, equal intensity contacts.² Eliminate periodontal pockets, and position the gingiva in the proper position.

Manage the risk of fracture for structurally compromised teeth by restoring with cohesively and adhesively retained indirect restorations.

Reduce biomechanical treatment risk by using enamel-supported, adhesively retained restorations where possible.

Enhance esthetics and provide the patient with a natural-looking smile.

Dental Implant  treatment:

A dental implant  treatment is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants may be an option for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.

Dental implants are intimately connected with the gum tissues and underlying bone in the mouth. Since periodontists are the dental experts who specialize in precisely these areas, they are ideal members of your dental implant team. Not only do periodontists have experience working with other dental professionals, they also have the special knowledge, training and facilities that you need to have teeth that look and feel just like your own. Your dentist and periodontist will work together to make your dreams come true.

TYPES OF DENTAL IMPLANTS

·         Endosteal (in the bone): This is the most commonly used type of implant. The various types include screws, cylinders or blades surgically placed into the jawbone. Each implant holds one or more prosthetic teeth. This type of implant is generally used as an alternative for patients with bridges or removable dentures.

·         Subperiosteal (on the bone): These are placed on top of the jaw with the metal framework's posts protruding through the gum to hold the prosthesis. These types of implants are used for patients who are unable to wear conventional dentures and who have minimal bone height.

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