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.
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells of porcelain or dental resin that are cemented to the front surfaces of your teeth. Your teeth are prepped minimally, and these shells are glued on to mask imperfections in the color, shape and cracks on your teeth. In general, veneers are used to improve the aesthetics of your smile.
The process typically involves the following steps:
Our dentist will give you a mirror discuss what you like or don’t like about your smile. Do bring your family with you if you think they can help convey your wishes! Perhaps you may want to conceal certain flaws or cracks in your tooth structure or may want the shape of your teeth to be changes for a fuller smile. We will also determine if you have underlying gum disease or tooth decay. Disease always needs to be treated before we move into aesthetic treatment!
If you are a suitable candidate for veneers, our team will create a personalised treatment plan for you. We will use a 3D scanner and photographs to take records of your teeth X-rays of your teeth will also be taken to ensure there are no small cavities hidden beneath the surface. A digital smile design will then be done up so that you can visualise your final smile.
At this visit, we will give you a small amount of local anesthesia to make you comfortable. We will then proceed to remove a thin layer of enamel in the front of the teeth. This is to accommodate for the veneers which will be glued on in the future.
Your dentist will then take dental scans of your teeth. These dental scans are 3D printed and are sent digitally to the laboratory.
Your prepared teeth models will be sent to a lab technician, usually a highly skilled ceramist. He or she will start the artwork of crafting these teeth shells and design your smile, to ensure a natural and beautiful smile.
A set of temporary veneers will be cemented on while waiting for the permanent veneers to be crafted. This should be very similar to the final smile! Any changes can still be made at this point. So do point it out to your dentist!
The dentist will remove the temporary veneers once the permanent veneers are ready. Your new veneers crafted specially for you is now ready to be cemented into your mouth to enhance your smile!
The dentist will then check that your bite is good and that you can chew and eat well. Some final adjustments to the occlusion may be made and we will give you tips to care for your veneers and ensure longevity.
Veneers may be a suitable option for you if you have stains or roughness on your teeth that do not come out with scaling and polishing or whitening protocols.
When you choose to have veneers in Singapore, there are several outcomes you can expect that can enhance the appearance of your smile, these are:
Brush your teeth twice a day using gentle, circular motions to clean your veneers and natural teeth. Flossing daily helps remove plaque. You don’t want to get cavities underneath your veneers!
Avoid chewing on ice or your fingernails as the veneers are glued on. Any excessive forces can pop of the veneers so you have to be very careful! Your dentist may also recommend a nightguard to protect your teeth from grinding forces at night.
Do reduce intake of dark-colored food or drinks and it can stain your veneers and your natural teeth. OR remember to rinse your mouth with water once there is intake of these dark substances!
Visit your dentist 6 monthly for us to check on the health of the veneers. Like a car, even your teeth need to be serviced regularly to catch any problems like tooth decay.
Smoking and tobacco can really stain your teeth and is so bad for your heath. Avoiding smoking is not just good for your health, it is also healthy for your family and your veneers!
With proper care and maintenance, your veneers can last anywhere between 5 to 15 years.
Not at all! You may feel the slight sting of the needle but we do give copious amounts of numbing cream to help you with the sting! The minimal preparation of your teeth do not hurt.
Once your teeth are shaved, we cannot grow your natural tooth enamel back. Once you have veneers, it is important to understand that you cannot revert back to your natural teeth.
We will need to see if we can reattach the veneer. It largely depends on why the veneer fell off in the first place. If it fell off due to excessive forces like chewing on ice or grinding, cracks in the may be detected. In which case we will not be able to cement the veneer back.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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