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Services
Prosthodontics
Artius Dental provides specialised prosthodontic treatments aimed at restoring and replacing teeth to improve function, comfort, and appearance. With advanced techniques and materials, Artius Dental can help restore your smile and boost your confidence.
What Is A Bridge?
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A dental bridge saves teeth by filling in gaps caused by missing teeth. It helps maintain dental health by preventing remaining teeth from shifting and restores the ability to chew and speak. With a dental bridge, your smile is complete and ready to take on the world!
What Are Dental Bridges Made Of?
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A bridge fills the gap between teeth with crowns on either side (abutment teeth) and a false tooth/teeth (pontics) in between. Pontics can be made of different materials, such as gold or porcelain, and are held in place by natural teeth or implants.
1. Tooth Preparation
The first step is to prepare the teeth on either side of the gap by removing a portion of enamel to allow room for a crown to be placed over them.
2. Impression Taking
Impressions of the teeth are then taken to create a model from which the bridge, pontic, and crowns will be made by our in-house dental laboratory.
3. Temporary Bridge Creation
A temporary bridge is created by our lab for the patient to wear to protect the exposed teeth and gums while waiting for the permanent bridge.
4. Permanent Bridge Fixing
During the second visit, the temporary bridge is removed, and the permanent porcelain or metal bridge is fixed or cemented to the prepared teeth. This type of bridge is permanent and cannot be taken out of the mouth without a dentist's help.
5. Follow-Up Visits
One or more follow-up visits are necessary to ensure the bridge fits, is adjusted, and cemented in place.
6. Temporary Bridge Creation
In some cases, dental implants may be used to support a bridge when several teeth are missing. Implants are
surgically placed posts that fuse to the jawbone to act as a base for the bridge. A key benefit of implants is that
they don't need support from the surrounding teeth.
What Is A Dental Crown?
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Dental crowns act as protective hats for your teeth, providing support and aesthetic improvements. They're great for damaged or decayed teeth and come in various materials and colors for a personalised look. Treat your tooth to a crown today!
When Do I Need A Dental Crown?
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To improve the appearance of misshapen or discoloured teeth
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To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there is not enough tooth left
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To restore a tooth that has been severely worn down or decayed
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To protect a weak tooth from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth
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To cover a dental implant
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To anchor a dental bridge in place
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To protect teeth after root canal treatment
1. Numbing the Tooth and Gum Tissue
Our dentist will apply anaesthetic to numb the tooth and surrounding gum tissue.
2. Preparing the Tooth
The outer surface of the tooth from the top and sides will be removed using a dental drill and an abrasive bur to
create adequate room for the crown to be placed.
3. Taking a Mould of the Tooth
A mould (impression) of the tooth will be taken either manually or digitally, which will be sent to a laboratory to
process a crown that fits your tooth.
4. Fitting a Temporary Crown
In the interim, our dentist will fit a temporary crown to keep the tooth covered temporarily.
5. Placing the Permanent Crown
You will have to return to the dentist so that the permanent crown can be placed and fastened securely with cement.
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Who are the best candidates for dental implants?Some patients who are candidates for dental implants are patients that: Have missing teeth Have gums and teeth that are healthy enough to withstand surgery Are healthy enough and don’t have other ongoing health conditions that prevent them from undergoing surgery or might affect post-surgical healing
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What type of anaesthetic is used?For implant dentistry, only local anaesthesia is needed.
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Is there any downtime? What are the post-surgery procedures?Most patients recover within a week with minimal complications. In exceptional cases, dental implants may fail due to infection around the surgical site or excessive force from the natural bite. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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Will there be post-surgery complications?Majority of the patients recover within the normal recovery time frame. In some exceptional cases, where the dental implants fail, arising from infection around the implant site or if their bites are not adjusted properly. This might also contribute to the implant failing. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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How is the procedure different from regular dental procedures?Laser dentistry, employing focused light beams, offers precision, reduced discomfort and minimized bleeding compared with traditional methods. It minimizes the need for drills, decreases swelling and accelerates healing. Lasers provides a modern alternative with improved patient experience and faster recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is A Dental Inlay?
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Inlays are like little puzzle pieces for your teeth. When your tooth has a cavity or a piece missing, the dentist can fill in the space with a custom-made inlay that fits perfectly. It's like giving your tooth a tiny jigsaw puzzle piece to complete it!
What Are Inlays Made Of?
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Inlays are manufactured from porcelain or composite resin material matching the color of the tooth, and provide almost invisible dental restoration while repairing the chewing surface.
Dental inlays are generally more durable than regular fillings made from composite or amalgam, and gold inlays are the most durable and the most expensive of the materials available.
1. Numbing The Tooth
The dentist will apply anaesthetic to numb the tooth before drilling the tooth to remove and clean out the decay
in the tooth.
2. Removing The Decay
The dentist will drill the tooth to remove and clean out the decay in the tooth.
3. Taking An Impression
The dentist will take an impression of the tooth and send it to the laboratory where the inlay is made.
4. In-house Dental Laboratory
Single visit restoration is possible with the availability of our in-house dental laboratory.
5. Bonding The Inlay
The inlay is then bonded to the tooth in a single appointment.
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Who are the best candidates for dental implants?Some patients who are candidates for dental implants are patients that: Have missing teeth Have gums and teeth that are healthy enough to withstand surgery Are healthy enough and don’t have other ongoing health conditions that prevent them from undergoing surgery or might affect post-surgical healing
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What type of anaesthetic is used?For implant dentistry, only local anaesthesia is needed.
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Is there any downtime? What are the post-surgery procedures?Most patients recover within a week with minimal complications. In exceptional cases, dental implants may fail due to infection around the surgical site or excessive force from the natural bite. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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Will there be post-surgery complications?Majority of the patients recover within the normal recovery time frame. In some exceptional cases, where the dental implants fail, arising from infection around the implant site or if their bites are not adjusted properly. This might also contribute to the implant failing. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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How is the procedure different from regular dental procedures?Laser dentistry, employing focused light beams, offers precision, reduced discomfort and minimized bleeding compared with traditional methods. It minimizes the need for drills, decreases swelling and accelerates healing. Lasers provides a modern alternative with improved patient experience and faster recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Dental Onlay?
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An onlay is a dental restoration that covers one or more cusps or the chewing surface of a damaged or decayed tooth. Custom-made in a lab, it's like a superhero cape, protecting and strengthening teeth against decay.
What Are Onlays Made of?
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Porcelain: Popular choice as they can be matched to the natural color of your teeth and are very durable.
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Gold: Very strong and can last for decades
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Composite resin: More affordable option and can also be matched to the color of your teeth
1. Tooth Preparation
Our dentist will clean out the cavity down to healthy tooth structure to prepare the tooth for the onlay. This may
take longer if the cavity is large.
2. Dental Impression
Our dentist will take a dental impression of the prepared tooth.
3. Temporary Onlay Placement
Our in-house dental laboratory will make a temporary onlay to be fitted onto the tooth as protection while you wait for the permanent onlay to be made by our lab.
4. Permanent Onlay Placement
During your second visit, our dentist will remove the temporary onlay and place the new permanent onlay onto
the tooth.
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Who are the best candidates for dental implants?Some patients who are candidates for dental implants are patients that: Have missing teeth Have gums and teeth that are healthy enough to withstand surgery Are healthy enough and don’t have other ongoing health conditions that prevent them from undergoing surgery or might affect post-surgical healing
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What type of anaesthetic is used?For implant dentistry, only local anaesthesia is needed.
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Is there any downtime? What are the post-surgery procedures?Most patients recover within a week with minimal complications. In exceptional cases, dental implants may fail due to infection around the surgical site or excessive force from the natural bite. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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Will there be post-surgery complications?Majority of the patients recover within the normal recovery time frame. In some exceptional cases, where the dental implants fail, arising from infection around the implant site or if their bites are not adjusted properly. This might also contribute to the implant failing. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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How is the procedure different from regular dental procedures?Laser dentistry, employing focused light beams, offers precision, reduced discomfort and minimized bleeding compared with traditional methods. It minimizes the need for drills, decreases swelling and accelerates healing. Lasers provides a modern alternative with improved patient experience and faster recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Denture?
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A denture serves as a removable replacement for missing teeth and the surrounding tissues.
A complete denture, also referred to as a full denture, is designed to replace on entire arch of missing teeth. This type of denture rests on your gums, utilizing support from the bone and mucosa beneath.
If you have multiple missing teeth in one or more areas, a partial denture could be a suitable solution for you. These dentures are equipped with special clasps designed to secure them around your existing natural teeth.
An immediate denture is a temporary dental appliance that can replace missing teeth immediately after extractions. Once you have healed, your dentist will provide you with a final denture. Consult with your dentist to understand what to expect in your specific situation.
An implant-supported over denture is affixed to dental implants, which are titanium screws surgically placed in your jawbone that serves as retention for the denture. These dentures are removable allowing you to take them out at night before bedtime.
Implant-supported hybrid dentures are non-removable oral appliances that can only be removed by your dentist. These dentures are recommended for individuals who prefer a fixed solution. Proper maintenance, including through daily cleaning such as flossing underneath the denture, is essential for ths type of dental prosthesis.
1. Impressions
Your dentist will begin by taking an impression of your entire dental arch to craft personalised moulds, ensuring the denture is tailored specifically to you.
2. Bite Registration
Your dentist will use wax blocks to assess the comfort of your biting action. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to select the shape and colour of your teeth.
3. Wax Models
Wax is used to set your new teeth, providing a clearer visualisation of your final denture appearance.
4. Final Fitting
Your final denture is fitted and your dentist will give you a clear instruction.
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Who are the best candidates for dental implants?Some patients who are candidates for dental implants are patients that: Have missing teeth Have gums and teeth that are healthy enough to withstand surgery Are healthy enough and don’t have other ongoing health conditions that prevent them from undergoing surgery or might affect post-surgical healing
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What type of anaesthetic is used?For implant dentistry, only local anaesthesia is needed.
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Is there any downtime? What are the post-surgery procedures?Most patients recover within a week with minimal complications. In exceptional cases, dental implants may fail due to infection around the surgical site or excessive force from the natural bite. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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Will there be post-surgery complications?Majority of the patients recover within the normal recovery time frame. In some exceptional cases, where the dental implants fail, arising from infection around the implant site or if their bites are not adjusted properly. This might also contribute to the implant failing. In order to reduce the risk, observe good dental hygiene habits and adhere to the follow up schedule prescribed by our dentist. Avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your implant by grinding your teeth or eating overly hard foods.
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How is the procedure different from regular dental procedures?Laser dentistry, employing focused light beams, offers precision, reduced discomfort and minimized bleeding compared with traditional methods. It minimizes the need for drills, decreases swelling and accelerates healing. Lasers provides a modern alternative with improved patient experience and faster recovery.