Is dental treatment painful?
No, when proper techniques are used, dental treatment can be extremely comfortable and pain free. With the use of local anesthetics including the revolutionary Compudent- The Wand it is now a less painful procedures. Television/ videos in the ceiling above you with cordless headphones. Nitrous oxide (sometimes called "laughing gas") which is a gentle way of relaxing you in conjunction with local anesthetics. The use of rubber dam and its importance in calming people is a big help ensuring that you don't have water etc. falling down the back of your throat and allows you to relax. With rubber dam and local anesthetics many people have been known to fall asleep.

What does it mean when my gums bleed when I brush and floss ?
This a sign that Periodontal Disease is present and needs to be treated. This is what leads to tooth loss.

Are dental x-rays harmful ?
No, our equipment is state of the art and minimizes patient exposure. Our treating hospital follows American Dental Association guidelines as to the frequency of radiographs.

Do I have to have silver fillings ?
No, porcelain or white composite fillings are our treatment of choice

Is it possible to make my teeth whiter ?
Yes, our treating institution offers professional teeth whitening.

Do I have to have silver fillings ?
No, porcelain or white composite fillings are our treatment of choice.

Does my gum have to be blue and have metal show around my cap ?
No, the hospital treatment has state of the art all-porcelain procera crowns available.

Does my partial denture have to have these ugly metal clasps ?
No, our recommended treatment of choice is the very esthetic all acrylic flexi partial. These partials not only look better, they also feel better.

Do I have to wear something that I remove to replace missing teeth ?
No, with implants dentures can be temporary.

What is root canal treatment (RCT) and is it safe ?
When the nerve in a tooth dies (either because of decay or trauma) the dead tissue is removed from the canal, medicaments such as antiseptics and localised antibiotics are used to clean the inside of the tooth and the canals are filled.

What are the alternatives to Root Canal Treatment (RCT) ?
The alternative to RCT is to extract the tooth and thoroughly curette the extraction site (Note: this is standard for all extractions). When a tooth is extracted it should be replaced to maintain the harmony and balance of the teeth and jaws. The alternatives have their own potential problems and often may involve more extensive treatments.

What are Removable partial dentures ?
These need to be removed and cleaned after every meal. They may increases risk of periodontal disease. They also increase wear and tear on adjacent teeth and gums that support the denture. Hence, they are not as comfortable as your own teeth.

What are Fixed bridge work ?
It involves crowning teeth on either side of the missing tooth. It also increases risk of periodontal disease. There is always the possibility of the nerve in a supporting tooth dying.