Teeth Cleaning Procedure

Most people have heard of Gingivitis but you’ve probably never heard the word Prophy. So what is it? Prophy is short for prophylactic teeth cleaning. Most patients who require prophy are diagnosed by their dentist with an inflammation of their gums, commonly known as gingivitis. 

Simply put, it starts with poor brushing. The main cause of gingivitis is plaque and tarter build up. First comes the plaque. Plaque is the yellow film on your teeth caused by food and bacteria in your mouth. Next comes the tarter. When plaque buildup mixes with the saliva in your mouth it hardens over time and turns into tarter. Tarter, usually a result of poor brushing, ultimately leads to gingivitis. It’s a vicious cycle.

Gingivitis can also be a warning sign for a more severe gum disease called periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is when gingivitis is left untreated and can lead to bone loss or even tooth loss.

But don’t despair! The good news is that gingivitis can be treated with prophy. And with routine oral hygiene at home, such as proper and regular brushing and flossing, you can prevent gingivitis from reoccurring.

So how exactly does prophy work? Prophy is a multi-step process that is normally done in one office visit:

1. First, a general cleaning is performed. This is either done manually or with an ultra sonic instrument called a cavitron, or sometimes a combination of the two. Both techniques loosen and remove plaque and tarter build up.
2. Following the initial cleaning, a rotary machine that looks much like a toothbrush with toothpaste on it is used. This removes any remaining plaque around or under the gums. It also helps to polish the outer surface of your teeth which helps reduce future plaque build up.
3. The final step is to floss to remove any and all remaining plaque between the teeth.

The risks associated with prophy are fairly minor. In some incenses during the procedure a Tooth Filling or Crown may become loose. Though keep in mind that any filling or crown that would become loose is most likely already defected. Any sound filling or crown will safely withstand the prophy procedure. 

Please check your dentist if you have any further questions.

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Tooth Filling Procedure

Cavities, as their name implies, are essentially holes in your teeth caused by decay. You can sometimes spot a cavity, as the area surrounding the hole generally looks dark brown or gray.


The main culprits to blame for your cavity are certain types of bacteria in your mouth. These bacteria are contained in plaque and they interact with the carbohydrates and sugars in your food creating an acidic environment that dissolves the protective enamel on the outer layer of your tooth. Once the acid succeeds in eroding the enamel, your tooth is exposed, leaving just the softer dentin layer, which will ultimately cause the formation of a cavity. At this point the decay process rapidly speeds up and spreads deeper into the tooth.

A Tooth Filling is necessary to treat your cavity because if left untreated the decay will eventually grow and will enter into your nerve canal. And yes, this can be as painful as it sounds. It can also lead to more serious problems such as infection or abscess.

A Dental Filling may also be needed to replace or repair an old worn down existing filling or to fix a chipped tooth.

In addition to potential pain and discomfort and possible tooth loss, if you wait to have your cavity filled it may end up requiring a more difficult process, such as a root canal, to save your tooth. And it could also cost you a lot more money to fix. The bottom line is you should get your cavity filled as soon as you can.
After your dentist detects a cavity, either through a clinical exam or with the use of X-Rays, it’s time to actually fill it. In most cases a local anesthetic is used to make the filling procedure virtually painless. Once the tooth is numb, the next step is to remove the tooth decay. This is done using a dental rotary machine as well as dental hand instruments. Once the decay has been removed, the tooth is now ready for the filling material of choice.

Composite is the filling material of choice when it comes to matching your tooth color. Composite Fillings consist of plastic and glass particles. They have become the most popular filling materials because they can match your existing tooth color and they also solidly bond or glue to the tooth. After the decay in your tooth has been cleaned, a cleansing gel is applied. Next, a bonding solution is applied finally followed by a composite filling material. Composite is hardened by applying high intensity blue light. It only takes a few seconds for the materials to harden. Once the tooth is filled and the composite is hardened, the filling is checked to ensure the proper shape and look. At this point any necessary adjustments are made and then your filling is complete.

Following the Tooth Filling Procedure, it is very common to experience some discomfort, normally at the site of the anesthetic or at the tooth itself. To alleviate the discomfort, it is recommended you take over the counter pain medication. If the symptoms persist, then you should visit your dentist.
In some cases the decay could be quite deep and close to the nerve of the tooth. In these instances the nerve could already be infected with bacteria. Even though a filling has been placed, there is still a good chance that the tooth may need to go under root canal therapy to relieve the discomfort.

Also, Composite Fillings may change color over time. Please keep in mind the longevity of a filling depends in large part on your oral hygiene and diet. So be sure to maintain your filling with proper brushing and flossing.
If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

Watch the Video procedure of Tooth Filling

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist

Website: Thakur’s Family Dental, Orlando
Call 407-517-0251 to book an appointment

Dental Office Location in Orlando:
5480 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, Central Florida.

Zoom Teeth Whitening Procedure

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Primary Hemorrhage and its Treatment

Primary hemorrhage is postoperative bleeding that occurs immediately after an extraction. In essence, the wound does not stop bleeding. To permit clear visualization and localization of the site of bleeding, the mouth should be irrigated thoroughly with saline. The patient’s overall condition should be assessed. Once the general site of bleeding is identified, pressure should be applied for 20—30 minutes. Extraneous granulation tissue or tissue fragments should be carefully debrided. If the source of the bleeding is soft tissue (e.g., gingiva), sutures should be applied. If the source is bone, the bone may be burnished. Bee’s wax can be applied. Placement of a hemostatic agent, such as a surgical gel, in the socket may be followed by the placement of interrupted sutures. The patient then should be instructed to bite on gauze for 30 minutes. At the end of that time, coagulation should be confirmed before the patient is dismissed.

A clot may fail to form because of a quantitative or functional platelet deficiency. The former is most readily assessed by obtaining a platelet count. The normal platelet count is 200,000—500,000 cells/mm3 prolonged bleeding may occur if platelets fall below 100,000 cells/ mm3. Treatment of severe thrombocytopenia may require platelet transfusion. Qualitative platelet dysfunction most often results from aspirin ingestion and is most commonly measured by determining the bleeding time. Prolonged bleeding time requires consultation with a hematologist.

Reference: Dental Secrets, By Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc.

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5480 Curry Ford Road.
Orlando, Central Florida.
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What are the generally accepted principles for cavity preparation?

1.     Cavity preparations should be governed by tooth anatomy, tooth position in the dental arch, extent of the carious lesion, and the physical properties of the filling material.

2.     Gingival margins should be ended on enamel whenever possible.

3.     Cavity preparation margins should be supragingival whenever possible.

4.     Margins of posterior cavity preparations should not end directly in occlusal contact areas. Contact areas should be composed of one material to allow for even wear. Uneven wear results if two materials meet at the contact area, thereby producing open margins.

5.     Weakened and unsupported tooth structure should be removed.

6.     Maintaining a dry work field with the use of a rubber dam is without equal and will always enhance the consistent quality of restorations.

Source: Dental Secrets, Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc

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5480 Curry Ford Road.
Orlando, Fl.
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Dentists: Treat a patient in a friendly way.

The patient presents with a gross generalization. Distortions and deletions of information need to be explored. Most of the patients don’t like dentists. It’s a common phenomenon. But you can start questioning adding surprise in your voice that, “You don’t like dentists?” with expecting he or she will explain. It’s important tolisten to patients and let them express their thoughts and feelings.They may have had bad experiences with the dentists in the past. You can therefore show that you are different from their previous dentists and start a new chapter in the patient’s dental experience. “I couldn’t catch my breath the last time I had a root canal”, “I don’t want to lose any of my teeth”, “I had a very bad tooth pain last few days, please get me out of this pain” – These words are very common among all dental patients. Now it’s your duty to listen to them carefully and start an interviewing session to get the exact clinical data. Keep a warm smile and show your concern. Another important thing to deal with is fear of dental procedures among patients. As a result dentists will find some patients who fear dental appointments. Dental fear comes from previous experiences or may come naturally. Nowit’s you who can change the way they feel.Provide your patients with a caring and protective experience which will eliminate any fear from the patients.

Dentists should explain the whole treatment procedure to their patients and distract them with interesting anecdotes during the treatment. This prevents a patient from becoming too anxious. Positive statements like “It’s not going to hurt you”, “You will be perfectly all right”, “It’s a very simple matter, don’t panic” – can make the patients feel much better.

Dr. Murad Thakur.
BDS, MAGD.
Advanced Family Dentist.

http://drmuradthakur.com
Ph: 407-517-0251

Reference: Dental Secrets, By Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc.

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