Prosthodontics in Dubai
Your Best
Smile Ever
Dentures, Crowns and Bridges
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
TMJ / TMD
What is Prosthodontics?
What are the different prosthodontic treatments?
Dental Crowns
Dental crown is a ‘cap’ used to completely cover a tooth to restore its normal shape and appearance. Crowns can be made of metal, resin, porcelain or ceramic and fully encase the entire visible portion of the tooth that lies above the gum line.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are recommended to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring on surrounding teeth or dental implants for support. Bridges literally bridge the gap in between teeth to help you chew on your food properly and keep your smile aesthetically in proportion with the rest of your facial features.
Dental Veneers
Veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain shells commonly used to cover the front sides of each tooth to improve their color or shape. These are used to improve teeth with gaps, chipped, permanently-stained, misshapen, and slightly crooked teeth to create a realistic-looking appearance that lasts long.
Dentures
Dentures are designed as a removable fix to replace missing teeth. Created to naturally resemble your natural teeth, dentures help you eat and speak better. It also prevents the sagging of facial muscles due to missing teeth and helps improve your overall smile and appearance.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
Patients with severe dental problems such as recurring grinding (bruxing) which results in teeth shortening, or extensive decay are candidates for a full mouth rehabilitation treatment. As the name suggests, this procedure refers to the rebuilding of all the teeth in a patients arch or mouth to restore the health, function, and aesthetics of the smile. A combination of treatments of crowns, bridges, veneers, and/or dental implants are used for a full mouth reconstruction.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) / Temporomandibular Disease (TMD)
Temporomandibular Joint or TMJ are joints and jaw muscles located on each side of your head that enable you to close and open your mouth. TMD, meantime, is a condition not a specific disease, where there is pain or difficulty in moving the TMJ. Among the symptoms include:
- Pain on or around the ear
- Pain when yawning or chewing
- Tender jaw muscles
- Clicking or popping noises when you move your jaw
- Difficulty in opening or closing the mouth
Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Cleft lip is an inborn, genetic birth defect where facial parts that form the upper lip remain split, while cleft palate are splits that occur on the roof of the mouth or palate before a baby is born. Children with clefts have malformed and displaced teeth, often with cavities. Treatment for this condition is a combination of oral surgery, as well as dental and orthodontic treatments by your specialist prosthodontist.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
A prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in treating and handling various dental and facial problems which involve restoration of missing tooth and jaw structures. The term “prostho” means replacement while “dontist” means dealing with teeth.
A prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in treating and handling various dental and facial problems which involve restoration of missing tooth and jaw structures. The term “prostho” means replacement while “dontist” means dealing with teeth.
Upon your first visit to Micris Dental Clinic, your specialist prosthodontist will examine your dental condition to provide you with an initial assessment and treatment recommendations customized to your needs.
Once you decide to proceed with the treatment, your prosthodontist will require a more comprehensive oral examination which could include X-rays and impressions. Finally, you will schedule with your dentist the actual prosthodontic treatments which may require multiple sessions, depending on the severity of the case.
Dental restorations must be kept healthy and taken care like natural teeth to make it last long. It is important to maintain good oral hygiene habits such as regular tooth brushing with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing. Avoid sugary food and beverages, as well as smoking. If recommended by your prosthodontist, wear a nightguard to protect your restorations.
Aside from following these habits, it is best to schedule regular appointments with your prosthodontist for cleaning, adjustment, and repair/replacement of your restorations (if needed).
