Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells adhered onto the surfaces of prepared teeth. Veneers correct or camouflage severe discoloration, damage, misalignment or teeth that are poorly shaped. During the first visit, the teeth are shaped and an impression is made. The veneer is then created in the laboratory and cemented to your tooth in a few days. Visit our clinic and make an appointment if you desire a more beautiful smile.
What are dentures?
A denture is a set of artificial teeth set into acrylic or metal frameworks that rest directly on the gums and/or remaining teeth. Partial dentures are used for people with several teeth missing and whose teeth aren’t strong enough to support a bridge. Complete dentures are used for those who have lost all of their upper or lower teeth. Three to five visits are required to obtain impressions and fit the dentures properly. Make an appointment with us to learn more about this process.
How is teeth whitening done?
Many of us desire whiter, brighter teeth. A solution is first applied to the stained teeth and activated with heat or a combination of heat and light. The solution is then rinsed off, revealing lighter colored teeth. An alternate way to do this process is wearing a prescribed tray under your dentist’s supervision. Visit our clinic to explore more teeth whitening options that might be suitable for your teeth!
Varun Acharya’s speech in Kolkata!
Dr. Varun Acharya delivers a lecture on Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Oral Cancer at Tata Medical Center, Kolkata!
Why do we need to get our teeth-filled?
Why do we need to get our teeth filled when we get a cavity? Plaque – a sticky, almost colorless layer of bacteria that forms on your teeth- mixes with the sugars in foods to produce decay causing acids. When bacteria create a cavity in the tooth, the dentist usually fills it with a durable material, most often a composite (a tooth-colored material), a metal alloy called amalgam or gold. A filling can last from five years to a lifetime, depending on its location, the material used, and the care you give your teeth. Make an appointment at our clinic to explore more tooth-filling options for yourself.
How to keep your teeth strong?
Your teeth and gums are made up of calcium and phosphorous, so it becomes very important to eat foods rich in these substances. Eating food such as yogurt, cheese, meats, nuts and milk will help keep your teeth strong. For breakfast, try having yogurt topped with a crunchy whole-grain cereal and fresh fruit to start your day off right. Make an appointment with us to understand more about maintaining a healthy tooth.
Women’s Achievement Award
Congratulations to Dr. Vijailakshmi Acharya, recipient of Jaguar Land Rover’s Women’s Achievement Award in the field of dentistry. Click the link below to read more:
http://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/chen-events/a-tribute-to-women-achievers/article6342938.ece
Causes of Tooth Erosion
Sugar-free foods may be less likely to cause tooth decay, but these foods can still cause tooth erosion. Tooth erosion is a type of tooth wear. It is defined as the irreversible loss of tooth structure due to chemical dissolution by acids. In other words, tooth erosion can be caused by acidic flavouring and preservatives added to sugar-free foods. The harm caused by this is irreversible and can dissolve your teeth over time. Make an appointment with us to understand how to avoid tooth erosion and decay.
Porcelain Fillings – A long lasting solution for Cavities!
Porcelain Fillings known as inlays or onlays are the best way to keep your teeth looking natural when fixing large cavities. In addition to looking much more natural than other options, porcelain fillings provide a longer lasting solution to cavities. They also reduce the sensitivity of teeth because they don’t transmit the temperature from foods or drinks as quickly as other materials which are used. Make an appointment at our clinic in order to explore the filling options available for your tooth.
Causes of Yellow Teeth
Do you want to know what causes yellow teeth? The first well known reason is the foods and drinks that stain them directly.The second less commonly known reason is acids in certain foods and particularly drinks that wear away your teeth’s white enamel coating. When it is at its thickest, tooth enamel, the outer layer, is naturally white. Unfortunately as it is worn down it becomes translucent and starts to show through to the next layer of the tooth underneath called dentin. Some of the foods that are acidic and cause stain are Black tea, Sugary sweets, Red Wine, Cigarettes, Tobaco, Cola, Soda and certain fruit juices. Make an appointment with us to get your teeth cleaned and whitened.