Smile Space Dental Clinic Marikina

Saving a tooth with root canal treatment is often recommended for several reasons:

1. Preservation of Natural Tooth Structure: Keeping your natural tooth helps maintain the integrity of your jawbone and the alignment of your other teeth. A natural tooth provides the best structural support for biting and chewing.

2. Functionality: A root canal-treated tooth can function just like any other tooth, allowing you to chew and eat normally. This helps preserve your quality of life and dietary habits.

3. Aesthetics: Maintaining your natural teeth helps preserve your smile and facial structure. Losing a tooth can lead to changes in appearance, such as shifting of adjacent teeth and loss of bone in the jaw, which can affect your facial profile.

4. Avoidance of Extraction and Replacement: Extracting a tooth can lead to the need for a dental bridge or implant, which can be more invasive and costly than a root canal. Root canal treatment is often a more conservative and economical choice.

5. Pain Relief: A root canal can alleviate the pain caused by infection or inflammation in the pulp of the tooth, effectively treating the source of discomfort while preserving the tooth.

6. Long-term Success: With proper care and regular dental check-ups, a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment can last a lifetime.

Overall, root canal treatment can be an effective way to address dental issues while preserving your natural teeth and maintaining your oral health.

If you're unsure about whether your children are ready for braces, it's a bit of a yes and no situation. Yes, they can wear braces for their front teeth, but not for their back teeth yet since the roots are not fully developed. To address crowding and correct bite issues early on, expansion appliances can be used to create more space. This approach can enhance the braces process as the patient's bones are still developing. However, after puberty, there may be limited movement possible.

See our previous post about the expansion appliance done on 11 yr old child.

Let's jazz up our kiddos' smiles with some shiny crowns for their front teeth! These bad boys help speed up the tooth-filling process for little ones who prefer not to camp out in the dentist's chair all day.

Let us commemmorate our national heroes today. We are thankful for all the filipinos who have sacrificed their lives for the sake of our country.
Our clinic will open tomorrow August 27 until August 31 for this week. Enjoy your long holiday!

Your little one's tooth is playing hide-and-seek with decay but is not ready for a toothy drill party. No worries! We've got a sneaky solution up our sleeves. It can halt the decay invasion until your brave kiddo is ready to face the dentist's chair.

Crowns may also be needed by children especially when they have extensive decays on their back teeth. We can achieve this quick and easy restoration through stainless steel crowns.

Composite fillings work like magic, restoring your tooth to its former glory post-decay removal. It's like a tooth makeover - so seamless, it's as if nothing ever happened! Our dentist got the skills to make it happen, and we've got the before-and-after snaps to prove it!

Teeth preservation is paramount in averting decay and subsequent extensive dental interventions. Regular dental check-ups are essential for detecting decay beneath existing restorations. Our team is dedicated to assisting you in proactively addressing and preventing any potential dental issues.

Teeth preservation is paramount in averting decay and subsequent extensive dental interventions. Regular dental check-ups are essential for detecting decay beneath existing restorations. Our team is dedicated to assisting you in proactively addressing and preventing any potential dental issues.

Reasons for Extracting Upper Wisdom Teeth or 3rd Molars:

Decay present that is challenging to restore and maintain by the patient. If the patient has a full set of teeth, the 3rd molars may still erupt, but they would be too far back for the dentist to drill and difficult for the patient to brush.
Absence of lower wisdom teeth. Removal of the upper tooth is recommended when the lower teeth are impacted and need extraction, as this could lead to the upper tooth over-erupting and causing joint issues or cheek biting.
If the 1st or 2nd molars are missing, it is usually advisable to retain the wisdom teeth to maintain molars at the back.

So for this patient, the last tooth had a big decay already resulting to toothache. The patient doesn’t need to worry about replacements or dentures since we only replace until the 2nd molar.

This is the tale of our epic RCT adventure with crowns and veneers. It was a marathon procedure, but boy oh boy, the dazzling smile our patient got at the finish line made it all worthwhile!

What is a space maintainer and why your kid needs it?

Dental humor alert and a dental tip!

This is a rubber dam and it is vital that your dental provider uses this in your root canal treatment. If not then the success of the treatment will decrease so you better look for a better dentist to do your root canal treatment.

The failure rate of root canal treatment (RCT) increases when a rubber dam is not used primarily due to several reasons:

1. **Contamination**: Saliva, blood, and other oral fluids can contaminate the tooth's root canal system during treatment. This can introduce bacteria and decrease the effectiveness of disinfection.

2. **Visibility and Access**: A rubber dam provides isolation and better visibility of the treatment area, allowing the dentist to work more efficiently and effectively within the canal system.

3. **Disinfection**: Proper isolation with a rubber dam facilitates better disinfection of the root canal system by preventing the ingress of bacteria and fluids.

4. **Outcome**: Studies have shown that the use of rubber dam significantly improves the success rate of root canal treatments by minimizing the risk of reinfection.

A conservative bridge option available for our patients.
Advantages
1. Preserves more tooth structure as the tooth is not reduced.
2. Allows for easier assessment of the tooth due to visible margins, unlike full crowns where issues may not be immediately apparent until symptoms arise.

Don’t forget to clean your tongue when you brush your teeth!

Gaps in your smile can pop up for various reasons - a sneaky missing tooth or just having daintier teeth than the norm. Fear not! We can work our magic to close those gaps or give your teeth a snazzy makeover with Composite restoration. But hey, not every smile needs the same fix! Sometimes braces are the way to go, and other times we jazz it up with a combo of braces and tooth magic.
Your smile is our canvas, and we'll craft a tailor-made plan to fill those gaps. So, why wait? Schedule a chat with us and let's get your grin glowing!

Check this out!
The patient is undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces to align teeth and close gaps. The lower teeth are being adjusted to avoid needing dentures due to a missing molar. The upper teeth are receiving treatment to replace an old crown, including root canal and post procedures. Composite veneers were requested for aesthetic enhancement after crown replacement.

Choosing Between RCT and Implants

Considerations
- **Tooth Condition**: If the tooth can be saved, RCT is usually the first choice. If the tooth is too damaged or missing, an implant is the better option.
- **Cost**: RCT is generally less expensive than an implant.
- **Duration and Recovery**: RCT usually involves fewer visits and a quicker recovery compared to the longer process of getting an implant.
- **Longevity**: both will depend on the oral hygiene and usage of the person. Both can get infection. For rct treated teeth, sensation of the tooth while chewing is the same because there will be nerves around the tooth and since it is your own tooth there will be no rejection unlike with implants.

Both treatments have high success rates and can effectively restore function and aesthetics to your smile. Consulting with a dentist can help determine the best option based on individual circumstances.

Flossing is an essential part of oral hygiene for several reasons:

1. **Removes Plaque and Food Particles**: Flossing helps remove plaque and food particles from between teeth and under the gumline, areas that toothbrushes can't always reach.

2. **Prevents Gum Disease**: By removing plaque from areas where it can accumulate, flossing helps prevent gingivitis (early-stage gum disease) and periodontitis (advanced gum disease).

3. **Reduces the Risk of Cavities**: Plaque buildup between teeth can lead to cavities. Flossing helps prevent decay by keeping these areas clean.

4. **Prevents Tartar Build-Up**: Regular flossing can help prevent the hardening of plaque into tartar, which can only be removed by a dental professional.

5. **Promotes Fresh Breath**: Removing trapped food particles and plaque can reduce bad breath caused by bacteria.

6. **Maintains Overall Health**: Good oral hygiene, including flossing, has been linked to overall health. Poor oral health has been associated with various systemic conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

Incorporating flossing into your daily routine helps maintain healthy teeth and gums, contributing to your overall well-being.

Tooth restorations are supposed to mimic the tooth structure that was removed! Composite fillings is an art form, even for those sneaky back teeth. Every smile deserves a masterpiece! And that's what we do in Smile Space Dental Clinic, we work our magic to give top-notch, picture-perfect fillings to our awesome patients.

A temporary restoration is NOT permanent because it needs to be easily removed on the time of its replacement that’s why it easily breaks or falls off and it cannot effectively seal the tooth. After 1 month, it is essential to replace it permanently with a composite or other indirect restoration. If not, expect decay to continue because bacteria can still access the tooth .

Transform your smile today!
Experience our topnotch dental care in Smile Space Dental Clinic.
Visit our page and check out our finished cases in our different dental services that we offer. We have our before and after photos to prove that we can give the best treatment possible!
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Polishing composite restorations in dentistry is crucial for several reasons:

1. **Aesthetics**: Polishing improves the appearance of the restoration, making it look more natural and blend seamlessly with the surrounding teeth.

2. **Surface Smoothness**: A smooth surface reduces the likelihood of plaque accumulation and staining, which can lead to better oral hygiene and a longer-lasting restoration.

3. **Patient Comfort**: Polished restorations are smoother and more comfortable for the patient, minimizing irritation to the tongue and surrounding soft tissues.

4. **Wear Resistance**: A well-polished surface is more resistant to wear and tear, contributing to the durability of the restoration.

5. **Gingival Health**: Smooth restorations are less likely to irritate the gums, promoting healthier gingival tissues.

Overall, polishing composite restorations enhances their functionality, longevity, and appearance, leading to better outcomes for patients.

Braces free! Thank you for your trust!

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Another successful braces procedure completed! This case presented a challenge as the patient had transferred her treatment to me, with some teeth already removed, leaving the remaining work in my hands.
Getting braces is a significant decision, so it's crucial to understand how your dentist intends to address your specific concerns. The dentist should clearly outline the necessary steps and the expected outcomes for the patient. If they only place the braces without explaining the treatment plan or adjustments, they are no better than those illegal DIY braces.

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Dental humor alert!

Many think that after braces that the patient has complete freedom already. However, we still ask our dear patients to wear their retainers to maintain the outcome of braces.
Yes, retainers are worn forever but it can be worn every night while sleeping.