5 Simple Ways to Help Children Avoid Cavities
Setting up your child’s dental hygiene routine does not need to be too complicated, and you can adopt five simple yet effective ways to help them avoid cavities.
Dental implants are tiny titanium posts inserted into your jawbone under the gums. These posts act as sturdy foundations for attaching fake teeth (implant crowns) helping restore your smile, the ability to eat and speak comfortably.
Dental implants are a great solution if you have teeth or have teeth that cannot be saved. In order for dental implants to last and be successful, good health is very important. Not everyone is a good candidate for dental implants. The suitability depends on factors like bone structure, your medical history, and the type of bone you have.
Dental implants may not be right for you if you:
If you’re unsure whether dental implants are right for you, book an appointment to discuss your options.
If you need a tooth extracted, you have several options. Here's why dental implants are often the best choice:
If you have any of the conditions above, make an appointment for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Before placing dental implants, we use advanced CBCT scans to get a clear and safe picture of your jaw. These scans help us plan the perfect placement, making sure we avoid any important nerves or blood vessels.
On the day of the procedure, we will play your favourite music and will numb the area to keep you comfortable. Titanium posts will be placed into the jawbone where your missing teeth used to be. If the missing tooth is in the back of your mouth, a temporary healing cap is placed to cover the implant to protect the implant while it heals.
After the post is placed, your jawbone will take about 2 to 4 months to heal and fuse with the titanium post. A new implant crown will then be locked into the implant post. In some cases, we can place an immediate implant (right after tooth extraction) and even a temporary crown in the same visit, which shortens your treatment time.
At An Dental, we offer this option of immediate implants and loading so you can leave our office with a new bionic tooth! Whether we can use this approach or not depends on existing factors like your bone structure and bite, which we will carefully evaluate during your consultation.
We understand that dental procedures can be a little nerve-wracking. That’s why we offer sedation options or general anesthesia to help you feel relaxed and comfortable during your visit. Do let us know your choices. After the procedure, you can rest and recover in one of our dental suites.
Our experienced team will look after your needs and our dental implant system has a proven track record with great results, backed by scientific research. We aim to give you natural-looking teeth that blend perfectly with your smile.
In some cases, CT scans or clinical assessments may reveal that you have insufficient bone to support the dental implant. In such cases, a bone graft procedure will be necessary to enhance the bone volume for the implant.
The bone graft will be performed in our comfortable operation suite. If you feel anxious or nervous, you have the option to choose sedation in our sedation-friendly rooms, and you will awake from a deep sleep in our “heal” room. This ensures your comfort and a smooth experience during the procedure.
A bone graft is a procedure performed to increase the volume of bone. The graft can be taken from various sources, such as:
Alloplast: bone graft from non-living material and is typically particulate in nature.
Bone grafts are usually performed when there is a need to increase the volume of bone to support a dental implant.
For dental implants to be successful, they require firm anchoring in a healthy bone. If the CT scan reveals insufficient bone, bone volume must be increased before implant replacement. Hence, bone grafts are performed to increase this volume.
Before a bone graft procedure, a CT scan is performed to determine the extent of bone loss; you will then discuss the suitable bone graft material with your dentist. Once the bone graft material has been selected, your procedure will begin.
During the procedure, your dental surgeon will apply a numbing cream and inject you to numb the area. The gums will be teased open, and small holes will be created in the bone bed to enhance bleeding. The chosen bone graft will be carefully placed in the area, and a membrane (usually made of collagen) may be used to secure it. The gums will be stitched back into place.
Creating these small holes in the bone promotes blood flow, facilitating the formation of a stable blood clot that will eventually transform into new bone, combining with your natural bone to increase bone volume. Bone particulate grafts are a common technique used in this process.
If you have received a temporary implant crown, avoid using it to chew on anything, as it is for aesthetics until the permanent crown is placed.
Periodontist - Special interest in digital dental implants and root recession coverage
Dr. Hu Cidong graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and subsequently completed his Master's in Dental Surgery (Periodontology) at NUS.
Orthodontist - Special Interest In Invisalign And Growth Modulation
Dr Ivan Prabowo graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from NUS in 2008. He honed his skills in government polyclinics and hospitals before embarking on his orthodontics residency, supported by the Alexandra Health scholarship.
General Dentist - Creative Smile Design and Aesthetics
Dr Kayla Toh graduated with the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) from the National University of Singapore. She was awarded the IFDEA Medal for being the best student in Paediatric Dentistry. She is also the recipient of the 1st runner up-prize for the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme.
General Dentist - Your All-in-one Family Dentist
Dr. Yuan graduated from NUS with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. She has amassed a wealth of experience working in government institutions such as polyclinics, the National Dental Centre, the Institute of Mental Health, and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, as well as nearly 10 years of experience in the private sector.
Orthodontic Resident - Special Interest In Invisalign And Aesthetic Dentistry
Dr Carla Andreina graduated from the University of Glasgow (UK) with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree and was awarded the Head of College Scholars’ List for her achievements. She went on to pursue her passion in teeth straightening and is undergoing her Masters degree in Orthodontics in the National University of Singapore (NUS), while also honing her skills in clear aligner techniques through mini residency structured programmes.
Paediatric Specialist - Tooth Fairy To Your Child; With Special Interest In Nitrous Sedation And Early Orthodontics
Dr Sulin Quak graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from NUS and was awarded the IFDEA Prize as the best student in Paediatric Dentistry upon graduation. With a keen interest in children's dentistry, Dr Quak further pursued a full-time Masters degree in paediatric dentistry, where upon completion, she emerged top in her cohort and was awarded the Medal and Prize for Best Student in the final Masters of Dental Surgery examination.
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