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PLAY VIDEO When repairing a cavity, an inlay can restore your tooth in a more durable manner than a traditional filling, while also mimicking a tooth’s natural shade. An inlay is typically made of ceramic, composite resin, or a combination of both. Your doctor uses a 3D (CAD/CAM) scanner to aid in designing the restoration. This […]
PLAY VIDEO A chipped tooth is defined by a tooth breaking above the gumline and a portion of the outer enamel layer completely separating. This often occurs as the result of trauma or impact to the face and mouth. Small fractures or “chips” involving only the tooth enamel are the least severe and pose the
PLAY VIDEO A cantilever bridge can be an excellent choice for replacing a missing tooth. A cantilever bridge, unlike a traditional bridge, uses a tooth on one side of the restoration for support. It can be made of ceramic or composite material. This option is typically considered in situations where the teeth are not subject
PLAY VIDEO Taking proper care of your implant supported bridge is important in maintaining good oral health and ensuring the longevity of your restoration and the implants supporting it. Just like your natural teeth, your bridge requires proper daily cleaning to maintain optimal health. Caring for your bridge can be challenging because of the need
PLAY VIDEO When your tooth’s structure has been compromised by decay, your doctor may choose to use a filling or an inlay to repair it. There are some differences between these two solutions that you will want to discuss with your doctor. Fillings When repairing a small area of decay, a filling is a great
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We get it – life’s busy! Take control of your oral health and help avoid emergency dental visits with these 4 easy tips: 1. Brush your teeth– This one is simple and something that everyone is already aware of. Be sure to brush your teeth at least twice per day with a fluoride toothpaste. In addition,
PLAY VIDEO Peri-Implantitis is the inflammation of gum tissue and bone around a dental implant. As a result, the supporting bone around the Implant is lost. You may not be aware that this is actually occurring, however, if the condition is detected, it is very important to seek treatment. Symptoms of Peri-Implantitis can vary in
PLAY VIDEO Replacing a tooth can be accomplished with a dental implant. A dental implant restores the mouth to optimal function; stabilising the surrounding bone, tissue and teeth by substituting the root structure of the missing tooth. This helps to prevent further serious complications that can arise if the missing tooth is left untreated. First
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The treatments for restoration of missed and decayed teeth, cracked and chipped teeth, and teeth that require reshaping or resizing include; dental fillings, inlays, onlays and crowns. All these treatments are basically used to fill any gaps inside the tooth or on top of the tooth. The difference is the size of the filling material
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PLAY VIDEO When a tooth is severely damaged, and there is not enough of the natural tooth remaining to support a crown, a procedure called a “build up” is performed. Composite is used to add back enough structure to the tooth so that it can be crowned and preserved. First of all, the decayed portion
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Newcastle NSW 2300
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