FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Children should see a dentist by their first birthday or when their first tooth appears. Early
visits help prevent future dental problems.
Bleeding gums are often a sign of gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis). It means your
gums are inflamed due to plaque buildup. A professional cleaning and proper brushing
usually solve the problem.
Common causes are cavities, infection, gum disease, or sensitivity. Only a dental
check-up can confirm the exact reason.
Rinse your mouth, save any broken piece if possible, and visit a dentist immediately.
Treatment may include filling, crown, or root canal depending on the extent of damage.
First orthodontic check-up should be at age 7. Full treatment is usually done between
12–16 years, but adults can get braces or aligners at any age.
Yes, in some cases clear aligners can straighten teeth without fixed braces. But your
orthodontist will decide the best option after examination.
Yes. Prolonged thumb sucking can cause crooked teeth, open bite, or jaw problems. It’s
best to consult an orthodontist if the habit continues beyond 5–6 years.
Baby tooth: Usually not re-implanted; dentist checks for proper growth of permanent teeth.
Permanent tooth: Rinse gently, keep it in milk/saline, and rush to dentist within 30–60
minutes.
Options include: - Dental Implant (best, natural-like solution) - Bridge (fixed artificial tooth
attached to neighbors) - Denture (removable option)
Implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth. They don’t harm nearby teeth and
preserve jawbone. But they need proper cleaning and regular checkups.
Pus means gum infection (abscess). Causes include gum disease, deep cavities, or poor
oral hygiene. Treatment may involve cleaning, antibiotics, or root canal/extraction.
In children, loose teeth are natural (baby teeth falling). In adults, loose teeth usually mean
gum disease. Early treatment, splinting, or surgery may save them – but sometimes
replacement is needed.
Causes include staining from tea/coffee/smoking, poor brushing, or natural tooth color.
Solutions are scaling, polishing, teeth whitening, or veneers.
It’s a painless cleaning procedure that removes tartar, stains, and plaque – keeping gums
healthy and teeth fresh.
No, professional whitening is safe if done by a dentist. But overuse of home whitening kits may cause sensitivity.
Root canal treatment removes infection from inside the tooth, relieves pain, and saves the
natural tooth.
- White/Composite fillings – natural looking, strong, but may wear faster. - Silver fillings – durable, but not aesthetic. - Glass Ionomer – good for kids, release fluoride, but less
durable.
A conservative option for replacing a missing tooth using wings bonded to back of nearby teeth. Less drilling needed but not as strong as implants.