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Extraction of Baby Teeth Under Local Anesthesia
Local Anesthesia Application: The dentist applies local anesthesia to ensure the patient's comfort and prevent pain. Anesthetic is injected into the gum or cheek near the tooth requiring the procedure using a syringe. For children who are afraid of needles...
Types of Composite Fillings
Composite fillings, also known as white fillings, are one of the most preferred types of fillings today, both aesthetically and functionally. They contain a resin-based structure and glass or ceramic particles, providing both mechanical and...
Root Canal Treatment of Baby Teeth
Baby teeth are important for children's regular nutrition and speech development. Decay or premature extraction of baby teeth, which help the permanent teeth to erupt, can cause the permanent teeth to erupt incorrectly. Since baby teeth will fall out, extraction...
What is Imaging in Dental Treatments?
In dental treatments, imaging plays a critical role in diagnosing problems in the mouth and jaw structure (cavities, impacted teeth, bone loss) with details that are not visible to the naked eye. Thanks to digital methods in modern dentistry, both radiation is minimized and...
What is amputation?
Tooth amputation in children is a conservative treatment method applied to primary or newly erupted permanent teeth. Instead of extracting the tooth completely, it aims to preserve the tooth in the mouth by removing only the problematic part (usually the nerve or root area).
Why is the sterilization process of instruments used in dental treatment important?
For patients visiting a dental clinic, the first thing they value is being examined, starting their treatments, and continuing their procedures in a clean and tidy environment. As a clinic, we prioritize this sterilization process for the health of both patients and staff...
Complicated Tooth Extraction
Tooth extractions are procedures performed based on complications such as root size, crooked roots, impacted teeth, and fractures. In many cases, they require surgical skill and specialized techniques. Complication Classifications: Impacted or Partially Impacted Teeth: Especially wisdom teeth, where gum tissue or...
Composite Laminate Treatment (Composite Laminate Veneer)
Composite veneer treatment is a dental treatment performed to improve the aesthetic appearance of teeth. In this procedure, a special composite filling material is applied to the front surface of the teeth, making them look more aesthetically pleasing, especially changing the color, shape, size, or...
Orthodontic Treatment
A smile is a significant factor influencing a person's personal aesthetics and self-confidence. However, oral health problems such as irregular teeth, bite problems, or jaw deformities negatively affect the smiles of many people. Braces or orthodontic treatment can address these issues...
What is a Digital Imaging Technique (Intraoral Scanner)?
Digital impression is the process of scanning the inside of a patient's mouth in three dimensions using an intraoral scanner and transferring the image to a computer, without the use of classic impression materials (alginate, silicone, etc.). In other words, it provides a 3D image of the teeth, gums, and all surrounding tissues...
Implant or Bridge?
Dental implants and bridges are two completely different treatment methods preferred by doctors to address tooth loss in the mouth. Both treatment methods replace the missing tooth. Tooth...
How to Prevent Tooth Decay in Children?
What are the Causes of Tooth Decay in Babies and Children? Early childhood caries, also known as bottle caries, is common in babies and young children. This condition is not only caused by bottle feeding, but also by the consumption of sugary drinks, poor oral hygiene...
What is dental calculus (tartar)?
Tartar is the hardened, petrified form of soft bacterial plaque that accumulates on the surface of teeth over time. Initially difficult to detect, this plaque layer, if not regularly cleaned, combines with minerals in saliva and transforms into a hard structure that cannot be removed by brushing. This resulting...
Is dental treatment safe during pregnancy?
Oral health is affected during pregnancy due to hormonal and metabolic changes in the body. Increased estrogen and progesterone levels make gums more sensitive, and changes in saliva composition and immune status can lead to gum disease. Pregnancy...
How to overcome dental phobia in children?
Fear of the dentist is a very common problem in children. The dental chair can often be frightening for children. To prevent this fear, dentists can help reduce children's anxiety by getting them used to regular dental checkups from an early age. Children...
Why is a Retaining Plate Important?
What is a Retention Plate? Retention treatment is done after orthodontic treatment with braces to maintain the positions of the teeth. It can be in the form of fixed, removable, or clear aligners. Regular use is essential to prevent the teeth from returning to their original position. For oral hygiene...
What is Hollywood Smile (Smile Aesthetics)?
Smile design is an aesthetic process where both the teeth are proportionate to each other and to the rest of the face. In smile design, the patient's lip and gum condition are analyzed in detail. The positions of the teeth in the mouth are examined to create the most suitable smile design. Hollywood Smile...
What are the causes of bleeding gums?
• First of all, bleeding gums are a very important dental problem that should not be taken lightly. • The most common gum inflammation, also known as gingivitis, is caused by the accumulation of bacteria and tartar on the teeth, leading to gum damage...
