Frequently Asked Questions
To protect your oral and dental health, it is recommended to have a regular dental check-up every 6 months, even if you have no complaints. Thanks to regular check-ups, tooth decay, gum diseases, and other oral health problems can be detected early and treated more easily.
No. Tartar scaling does not damage teeth when performed by a specialist dentist using correct techniques. On the contrary, it helps prevent gum diseases, reduces bad breath, and ensures healthier gums.
Yes. Teeth whitening is a safe and effective aesthetic treatment when performed under the supervision of a dentist. Short-term sensitivity may occur after the procedure, but this usually resolves spontaneously within a few days.
Since dental implant placement is performed under local anesthesia, no pain is felt during the procedure. Mild pain and swelling that may occur afterward can be easily controlled with prescribed medications.
Depending on the bone structure, the healing process, and the treatment plan, dental implant treatment is generally completed in 2 to 6 months.
Thanks to modern anesthesia methods used today, no pain is felt during root canal treatment. The goal of the treatment is to eliminate the existing pain and preserve the tooth in the mouth.
Successfully performed root canals can be used without problems for many years. However, in cases such as recurrent infection or a cracked tooth, retreatment may be required.
No. Tooth decay does not heal on its own. While cavities detected early are treated with smaller fillings, advanced decay may require root canal treatment or tooth extraction.
The lifespan of a filling varies depending on the material used, oral care, and chewing habits, but on average it can last between 5-15 years.
For the first 24 hours, you should not smoke, avoid hot food and drinks, protect the formed clot, and follow the dentist's instructions. This process is important for healthy healing.
Smile design is a comprehensive treatment plan aimed at creating a personalized aesthetic smile by evaluating the teeth, gums, and facial aesthetics together.
It can be applied with appropriate planning to healthy individuals who are dissatisfied with the color, shape, alignment, or overall aesthetics of their teeth.
Zirconium crowns offer a more natural look due to their light transmittance, have high biocompatibility, and provide more successful aesthetic results.
Laminate veneers are an aesthetic treatment method applied by bonding very thin porcelain layers to the front surface of the teeth. Natural and aesthetic results are achieved with minimal tooth preparation.
No. Orthodontic treatments can be applied at any age. Today, thanks to clear aligner treatments, adults can also straighten their teeth without aesthetic concerns.
Clear aligners are custom-made appliances that move the teeth in a controlled and gradual manner. The teeth are brought to their ideal positions as the aligners are changed at specific intervals.
It is recommended to have the first dental exam after the first baby tooth erupts or at the latest by 1 year of age.
Baby teeth are of great importance for nutrition, speech development, and the correct positioning of permanent teeth. Therefore, decayed baby teeth must be treated.
Yes. Necessary dental treatments during pregnancy can be performed safely under a dentist's supervision. In particular, the second trimester is the most suitable period for many treatments.
No. Gum bleeding is often the first sign of gum disease. Regular oral care should be practiced, and a dentist should be consulted as soon as possible.
Bad breath can be caused by gum diseases, tooth decay, poor oral hygiene, bacteria on the tongue surface, or certain systemic diseases.
Enamel erosion, gum recession, cracked teeth, or cavities can cause hot-cold sensitivity. Treatment aimed at the cause can largely eliminate the sensitivity.
Bruxism is a condition where a person unconsciously clenches or grinds their teeth. This can cause tooth wear, jaw pain, and headaches. It can be controlled with a night guard and appropriate treatment methods.
- Teeth should be brushed with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day.
- Dental floss or an interdental brush should be used daily.
- Tongue cleaning should not be neglected.
- Sugary foods and drinks should be limited.
- Regular dental check-ups should not be skipped.
Although it might be possible depending on how busy the clinic is, it is highly recommended to make an appointment in advance to reduce wait times and ensure you are seen at a time that suits you.
In cases of severe toothache, trauma, a broken tooth, or facial swelling, it is important to consult your dentist without delay. Do not use antibiotics before the examination without a doctor's recommendation; only provide temporary relief with an appropriate painkiller.
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