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| | What’s standing in the way between you and beautiful teeth? Do you have discoloured or crooked teeth? Is an overbite, misalignment or some missing teeth troubling you?
Aesthetic dentistry can do wonders for your smile. Should you consider veneers or professional teeth whitening? Find out what your options are.
If you have any question related to aesthetic dentistry, take this opportunity to ask our expert – today.
Hosted by:
Dr Christina Sim
Senior Consultant
Restorative Dentistry
National Dental Centre
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Posted by sbdtys | I'm 52 years of age, by now still not having any wisdom teeth.Is there a possibility of not having any wisdom teeth in my life?
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Posted by mosmos | | My teeth are slightly yellowish since young. I do not smoke or drink alcohol. I had tried many types of teeth whitening paste or toothpaste bought from the pharmacy and it does not helps in whitening the teeth. I am wondering what other teeth whitening methods I can go for. |
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Answered by Dr Christina Sim
Senior Consultant
Prosthodontic Unit, Department of Restorative Dentistry
National Dental Centre of Singapore
| You may wish to consider seeking professional help from the dentist to determine whether you are suitable for teeth whitening procedures.
There are several teeth whitening methods that your dentist can prescribe.
Tooth bleaching in the dental clinic, also known as in-office bleaching, is carried out using high concentrations of the peroxide bleaching gel.
The most popular tooth bleaching method is the home bleaching regime carried out by the patient under the supervision of the dentist.
The patient wears a custom-fitting bleaching tray filled with the bleaching gel and bleaching is carried out either in the daytime or overnight. The dentist will review the treatment progress periodically to ensure optimal progress.
Home bleaching method is usually less expensive than in-office bleaching methods and are equally effective. If you are suitable for the teeth whitening procedure, your dentsit can recommend the appropriate method that best meets your needs.
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Posted by candy chua | | I have 1 crooked front tooth and 1 sharp tooth (like vampire tooth) is more yellowish then the rest, Dentist said the front crooked tooth maybe dead but never mention about the others. I would like advice as in if i should do implant for only the 2 nos of crooked teeth or bridging? What is the procedure for these two options? How much does it cost for both checking and action? |
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Answered by
Dr Christina Sim
Senior Consultant
Prosthodontic Unit, Department of Restorative Dentistry
National Dental Centre of Singapore
| First, the dentist needs to assess the cause for the crooked and sharp looking teeth and whether they have become non-vital (ie; dead).
Root canal treatment can be carried out to remove the infected pulp tissue in a non-vital tooth and it can still remain functional in the mouth. It is not absolutely necessary to extract a non-vital tooth unless the tooth is badly broken down. An initial assessment by the dentist will help to determine the cause of and the treatment required for your dental condition. The dentist will likely take an x-ray to assess the root condition of your teeth.
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Posted by chongedna | | Hi Dr Sim,
I'm 13 years old and am considering wearing braces to straighten out my teeth which are far apart. I've been advised to wait till I turn 16 which will be when my growth spurt is over, or else there is a risk that I might have to go through the painful and expensive treatment again. So is it advisable for me to start wearing braces now or after I turn 16? Thank you. |
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