FAQ

Common Dental Questions

Short, practical answers for patients and families before visiting the clinic.

Tooth Pain

When should tooth pain be checked?

If pain lasts, worsens, affects chewing or sleep, or comes with swelling, it should be checked.

What if tooth pain comes and goes?

Pain can reduce temporarily even when the cause remains. A dental checkup helps identify the reason.

What if I have swelling with tooth pain?

Swelling, pus, fever, or difficulty opening the mouth needs prompt professional attention.

Can root canal save a painful tooth?

Often yes, if the tooth is clinically suitable. The doctor will guide you after examination and X-ray.

Teeth Cleaning

How often should cleaning be done?

Many patients benefit from cleaning every 6-12 months, but the right interval depends on oral-health risk.

Is cleaning painful?

Cleaning is usually comfortable. Mild temporary sensitivity can happen if gums are inflamed.

Does cleaning damage enamel?

Professional cleaning removes deposits from teeth and does not intentionally remove healthy enamel.

Can cleaning remove stains?

Cleaning can remove many surface stains, but deeper shade changes may need separate whitening guidance.

Implants

Who can consider dental implants?

Patients with missing teeth may consider implants after checking gum health, bone support, and medical history.

Is implant treatment suitable for everyone?

No. Suitability depends on clinical evaluation and treatment planning.

Can implants improve chewing?

Implants may help chewing comfort in suitable cases, depending on planning and oral condition.

What should I ask before implant treatment?

Ask about suitability, alternatives, timing, hygiene, maintenance, and expected follow-up care.

Cosmetic Dentistry

What is digital smile design?

It is a planning approach that helps discuss smile goals, tooth shape, shade, and facial balance.

Are veneers suitable for everyone?

No. Suitability depends on tooth condition, bite, gum health, and smile goals.

What is cosmetic bonding?

Bonding uses tooth-coloured material to improve small chips, gaps, cracks, or shape concerns in suitable cases.

Can whitening improve yellow teeth?

Whitening may help many external stains, but the dentist should check the cause of discoloration first.

Aligners

What are clear aligners?

Clear aligners are removable trays planned to move teeth gradually in suitable cases.

Are aligners suitable for all cases?

No. Suitability depends on tooth position, bite, oral health, and treatment goals.

How long does aligner treatment take?

Timing varies by case complexity and should be discussed after clinical evaluation.

Do I need retainers after aligners?

Retainers are commonly advised after orthodontic movement to help maintain results.

Kids & Family

Do you provide dental care for children?

Yes. The clinic supports kids and family dental care, including checkups, preventive guidance, cavities, brushing habits, and parent-friendly treatment explanations.

When should children visit a dentist?

Children should visit for tooth pain, cavities, habits, alignment concerns, and preventive guidance.

What if a child has cavities in milk teeth?

Milk teeth still matter for comfort, chewing, speech, and spacing. The dentist can guide suitable care.

How can parents prevent cavities?

Regular brushing, diet guidance, cleaning routines, and timely checkups can help lower cavity risk.

How often should kids have checkups?

Frequency depends on cavity risk, brushing habits, diet, and the child's oral condition.