Upholding a dedicated teeth brushing and flossing regimen is a necessary part of maintaining good oral health care. However even with daily cleanings, it is possible that you aren’t getting to all the bacteria and tartar that can build up in between your teeth and on your gums. Most specifically, the back molars are the most susceptible to developing cavities, since they can be hard to reach and are used to most in chewing.
Put simply, a sealant is a preventive measure than can be taken to help reduce your risk of developing cavities in your teeth. It is a thin coating that acts as a barrier between your molars and unwanted bacteria and leftover food. Think of it as an umbrella or raincoat for your teeth! While sealants are certainly not an alternative or replacement to everyday brushing and flossing, they can work in conjunction with your oral health care regimen to help keep your mouth clean and cavity free!
Getting sealants is a quick, easy, and completely painless procedure. They can be applied and set in one simple visit to Advanced Dental Arts’ Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Citrus Park, Carrollwood, Lakeland, and New Port Richey offices. During your trip, Dr. Susana Kulangara or one of our highly qualified associates, will clean and dry your mouth, then apply a gel to roughen the surface of your tooth, which helps the sealant bond to the tooth. Then, the gel is rinsed and your tooth is dried again before the sealant is applied. A special light is used to harden the sealants and within a few minutes, you are good to go! Sealants are typically clear, which helps Dr. Susana Kulangara monitor the health of that tooth without obstruction.
Just about anyone who wishes to protect their teeth from cavities or similar forms of decay can benefit from sealants. Granted, not all patients are eligible, but they are especially ideal for patients who have no cavities and wish to remain cavity-free. Many dental care professionals recommend applying sealants to children as soon as the molars come in, as this can help keep your child’s oral health care in excellent condition.
Sealants are not a permanent dental solution, and they will need to be reapplied within around 3 to 5 years. Patients with sealants (and all patients in general) should avoid chewing on hard foods like ice, as they can cause the sealants to wear down or may even crack your tooth.
Advanced Dental Arts offers patients a variety of options to help restore missing teeth. We will do our best to help find you the perfect set based on your needs, budget, and personal preferences. Dr. Susana Kulangara works closely to help every patient find a pair that fits well and allows for comfortable movement, including talking, smiling, chewing, and laughing.
A bone grafting is a procedure during which, traditionally, a piece of bone is removed from another area of the body and transplanted to the jawbone. A bone graft is necessary when the jawbone is not strong enough to house implants, so the dentist reinforces it additional bone from other areas of the body.
Losing teeth to injury, disease, or decay can be very upsetting and frustrating. From difficulty eating to embarrassment in social situations, living with an incomplete set of teeth has many drawbacks. Fortunately, dentures make it possible to obtain a fully functional set of teeth that look and feel natural.
Cosmetic dentistry has rapidly become a very popular component of oral care because it focuses on improving the appearance of the teeth, mouth, and overall smile. From subtle changes like teeth whitening to major oral surgeries, cosmetic dentistry encompasses all techniques meant to improve and enhance overall oral appeal.
In addition to brushing and flossing every day, dental hygiene professionals recommend a teeth cleaning once every six months. In many cases, if patients skip a cleaning or two, they may discover that they have accumulated an unhealthy amount of plaque or bacteria in the mouth. A deep dental cleaning is a more involved process that can eliminate this harmful debris and bacteria that has collected underneath the gum line.
Dental bonding is a great way to easily repair minor blemishes in the smile. Gaps, chips, cracks, and discoloration can occur for a number of reasons. These imperfections in our teeth can cause us to teeth can cause us to feel subconscious or embarrassed. Dental bonding is a popular choice because it is a cost-effective way to repair annoying little issues like minor chips or discoloration in the teeth.
A dental bridge can be used to fill the space caused by teeth that have been lost. The bridge acts as a foundation upon which crowns are secured. They span the empty space in your mouth and are permanently attached by way of the surrounding teeth or implants.
Crowns are a popular dental procedure that many oral health care professionals recommend to patients to correct a number of imperfections and conditions in the mouth. Dental crowns can be used in both restorative dentistry procedures as well as cosmetic purposes.
Adult teeth don’t always last a lifetime, so dental extraction makes it possible to remove damaged and unhealthy teeth that simply cannot be repaired. Advanced Dental Arts make the entire process quick, efficient, and simple.
Dental implants are an ideal option for patients who want to regain the confidence lost by missing teeth. Implants are intended to look and feel just like real teeth so that you can talk, chew, laugh and brush and floss your teeth as you normally would.
Periodontitis is a form of advanced gum disease that affects almost half of Americans older than 30, according to a study performed by the CDC. If left untreated, the possible result could be loss of several teeth. However, many treatment options are available to address periodontitis.
Dental sealant is a preventive measure than can be taken to help reduce your risk of developing cavities in your teeth. It is a thin coating that acts as a barrier between your molars and unwanted bacteria and leftover food. Dental sealants work in conjunction with your oral health care regimen to help keep your mouth clean and cavity free.
If you're considering getting veneers, it's important to understand what they are and what the procedure involves.
Veneers are thin shells that are placed over the front surfaces of your teeth to improve their appearance. They are usually made of porcelain or composite resin, and they can be used to correct a variety of cosmetic dental issues, such as discoloration, chipped or cracked teeth, gaps between teeth, and misaligned teeth.
Same Day Dental Implant process is very simple which is what makes this procedure so great for dentureless patients & patients with worn or broken teeth in need of permanent dentures. We provide patients with a long-term solution that will leave you feeling better than ever both physically and emotionally.
Dental fillings are most commonly known for their use in treating cavities, but they can be beneficial for a number of other reasons. A filling or restoration is when decayed tooth structure, also called a cavity, is removed from the tooth and a tooth-colored replacement material is put in it’s place to restore the natural shape of the tooth.
The process of full mouth rehabilitation involves working with the entire spectrum of your mouth, including the jaw, the gums, the teeth, and the bite. This is a highly individualized procedure and will vary on a case-by-case basis, but you can rest assured that the experts at Advanced Dental Arts will help you build a beautiful smile!
While regular dentures are designed to replace missing teeth by simply resting along the gumline, implant supported dentures are attached to implants installed in the jawbone itself. This is a viable option if you have enough bone to support implants and prefer to secure your dentures with the help of such implants.
Invisalign™ is a set of clear removable dental aligners that are custom made to fit each and every patient’s mouth. This advanced form of orthodontic treatment allows patients to discreetly correct their smile without the burden of traditional braces.
Dental implants and dentures are an excellent way to restore a healthy appearance to smiles that are missing teeth or rows of teeth. Individuals who are missing rows of teeth can seek permanent relieve from overdentures.
Partial dentures are a wonderful, affordable solution for patients who do not need full set dentures. Many patients use them as an alternative to permanent bridges and dental implants since they can fill the space of multiple missing teeth.
There are a huge variety of tooth whitening services available to patients both over-the-counter and through your dentist in Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lakeland, and New Port Richey. Essentially, the whitening procedure involves a specialized tray, strip, or paste that is applied to your teeth with either a hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide solution.
