One must be particularly vigilant about brushing and flossing along the edges of a crown or bridge.

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3. One must be particularly vigilant about brushing and flossing along the edges of a crown or bridge. Trapped
food and plaque can build up around the gumline and adjacent teeth and lead to gum disease or tooth decay.
Make an appointment with us at clinic to learn about the maintenance of your dental restorations.
How to Take Care Chipped Tooth?
If you or a loved one ever finds yourself in the unfortunate situation where a tooth is knocked out, pick it up
carefully by the crown (or top) and not by the delicate roots. Gently rinse it off, and place it in milk or wrap it in
a damp cloth. If you get to your dentist soon enough, there is a good chance that the tooth can be placed back
in your mouth. Don't hesitate to seek emergency care at our clinic.
Benefits of Veneers
Will teeth bleaching work on all stains? The answer is no. Discolorations caused by some filling materials and
dark, intense stains, such as those caused by injuries or antibiotics like tetracycline, are very difficult to bleach.
In those cases, it is best to consider other cosmetic procedures such as veneers or crowns. Veneers are highly
durable and last for a longer duration. In this process, an impression of your tooth is taken and a veneer is
fabricated to fit the tooth. Make an appointment with us to learn more about the possible restorations that can
be done on a discoloured tooth.
Did you know that X-rays help detect dental problems?
Are X-rays really required to diagnose problems in your teeth? X-rays reveal problems that dentists can't see
with the naked eye, such as decay between teeth or damage to the bone caused by gum disease. Early
detection of these and other problems can prevent excessive damage and expensive treatment. Your dentist
will decide how often you need X-rays and will protect you with lead aprons that help reduce the radiation
exposure to negligible amounts. Make an appointment with us to detect dental problems at an early stage.
Different types of Bridges for your tooth?
There are two types of Bridges that can be used as tooth replacement. One is the traditional fixed bridge and
the other is bonded bridge. In a fixed bridge, artificial teeth are set between crowns placed over adjoining
natural teeth. In bonded bridge, one or more artificial teeth are fastened to metal wings and those metal wings
are bonded to the adjoining anchor teeth, forming a bridge. Make an appointment with us to learn more about
the various options available to replace missing teeth.

4. About Author
Dr. Vijailakshmi Acharya obtained her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from Bombay
University. She has a Masters degree from Madras University in Conservative Dentistry
and Endodontics. She is a fellow of the International College of Dentists and member of
the Pierre Fauchard Academy. She is a member of the Indian Dental Association,
American Dental Association, International Dental Federation and Indian Society of Oral
Implantology. She has trained extensively in Implantology, which she has been
practising for more than a decade now. Her specialized area of interest is in Cosmetic
Dentistry for which she has undergone training both nationally and internationally.
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