FRENECTOMY

WHAT IS A FRENUM:

                                             Frenum is a fold of tissue/muscle connecting the lip, cheek, or tongue to jaw bone.The primary function of frenum is to provide stability to upper & lower lip & tongue.

 

WHAT IS FRENECTOMY:

                                                It is the complete removal of frenum, including its attachments to underlying bone. It maybe a genetic condition or can be the result of recession of the gingival margins, reaching the area of the frenum.

TYPES OF FRENAL ATTACHMENT:

1. MUCOSAL: The frenal fibres are attached up to the mucogingival junction  .

2. GINGIVAL : The fibres are inserted within the attached gingiva.

3. PAPILLARY: The fibres extends into the interdental papilla.

4. PAPILLA PENETRATING: The frenal fibres cross the alveolar process& extends up to palatine papilla

WHEN TO DO FRENECTOMY:

1. LIP TIE.

2. TONGUE TIE.

3. DIASTEMA.

4. GUM RECESSION.

5. PAIN.

HOW TO DETECT FRENECTOMY:

By applying tension on the frenal attachment & observing the movement of papillary tip or blanching around the alveolar attachment of the frenum due to ischemia.

MANAGEMENT: 

1.Simple excision technique: For the simple excision technique , a narrow elliptical incisions around                                                         the frenal area down to the periosteum is completed.

2.Z-plasty technique :small elliptical excision of mucosa & underlying loose connective tissues.                                                  closure is done with interrupted sutures.

3.Localised vestibuloplasty with secondary epitheliazation : wide v- type of incision made at most                                                                                                          inferior portion of frenal attachments 

4.Laser frenectomy : supraperiosteal ablation of mucosal & dense fibrous frenal attachment.                                                       Healing occurs by secondary epithelization.

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Rootz Dental Care and Implant Center has specialists with proven expertise in Implantology. For more information regarding treatments contact us today.

                                             

                                                No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                                Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                                Chennai - 600 097,

                                                Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

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                                         CLEAR ALIGNERS

CLEAR ALIGNERS treatment is an orthodontic modality in which the patient wears a series of customized clear, removable aligners that gradually move the teeth to the desired position. Clear aligners are made up of either polyurethane, polyvinyl chloride(PVC) or polyethylene terephthalate glycol( PET-G).

 

INDICATIONS:

1. Mild crowding.

2. Deep overbite.

3. Spacing problems.

4. Absolute intrusion.

5. Tip molar distally.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

1. Centric relation & centric occlusion discrepencies.

2. Severely rotated teeth( greater than 20 degree).

3.Teeth with short clinical crown.

4.Severe crowding ( greater than 5mm).

5.Severely tipped tooth ( more than 45 degree).

ADVANTAGES:

                                     

1. Trays are clear , aesthetic & comfortable.No metal brackets or wires to cause mouth irritation or laceratioms.

2. Clear aligners are often not visible, allowing patients to smile with greater confidence.

3. Better oral hygiene than fixed appliance

4.Healthier periodontal tissue & less risk of enamel de-calcification by avoiding brackets.

5. Treatment duration more precise than braces

6. In most cases extraction can be avoided by inter-proximal reduction to gain space.

DISADVANTAGES:

1.Since it is removable , it requires patient co-operation to achieve the desired results.

2. Should be worn for atleast 22 hours/day.

3.It should be removed during meals, while drinking hot drinks as it can lead to deformation,& during oral hygiene.

HOW DOES TOOTH MOVEMENT OCCUR:

It occurs through force driven system- which requires bio-mechanical principles to facilitate tooth movement. Aligners are designed to apply desired forces on the tooth.The shape of aligners to produce such a force is not necessarily the same as the shape of tooth.The shape of aligners is altered via pressure points or power ridges in order to apply desired forces & these do no produce certain movements soo "SMART FORCE ATTACHMENTS" are introduced.These attachments are small composite bulges designed to produce a force system favourable for the designed movement.

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                                                No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                                Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                                Chennai - 600 097,

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PULP POLYP

WHAT IS PULP POLYP:

Pulp is the soft tissue which is present inside the tooth & supplies blood to the teeth.Any sensation perceived by tooth is because of the pulp.

A pulp polyp is an abnormal growth of tissues from the lining  tissues as a result of  pulpal inflammation due to extensive caries exposure of young pulp. It is also known as hyperplastic pulpitis.

The inflammation is mainly because of the fact that the healthy pulp tissue is resisting the irritation caused by the causative factors. It is a tissue that is formed when inflammation cause the tissue(pulp)to increase in size & swell.

               

 CAUSES: It occurs as a result of both mechanical irritation & bacterial invasion into the pulp of tooth .

1.Slow & progressive carious exposure of pulp is the main cause

2.Carious tooth with significant loss of tooth structure.

3.Long standing decay.

4. Fractured tooth due to trauma with pulpal exposure.

5.Loss of dental restoration that results in pulpal exposure.

SYMPTOMS:

1. Mastication leads to tenderness, localized bleeding may occur.

2. Mild to moderate pain to be present especially on the back teeth as these teeth help in breaking down food, so when these forces act on pulp ,the inflammation aggrevates.

CLINICAL FEATURES:

It is seen as a spongy soft tissue nodule which extrudes from the cavitated or fractured surface of tooth. It enlarges to fill the entire cavitated area or pulp chamber of tooth. Appears as round red or pink mass that can be seen popping out of the open tooth structure.

TREATMENT:

Removal of the hyperplastic tissue followed by1. RCT( if sufficient tooth structure present).

                                                                            2. RCT &POST&CORE( if sufficient tooth structure                                                                                                                                          not there).

                                                                            3. Extraction.

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                                                No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                                Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                                Chennai - 600 097,

                                                Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

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Implants for replacing missing teeth/tooth, best dental clinic in chennai, OMR

IMPLANTS

Dental implant are the artificial tooth root placed in the jaw bone to replace a missing tooth/teeth, over which a crown is fixed.

A dental implant is one of the best way to replace a missing tooth/teeth.

Dental implants fuse with a jaw bone and they become a strong base for supporting artificial teeth/tooth (crowns).

Implants replacing a single missing tooth:

For single missing tooth, one implant and a crown can replace without disturbing adjacent teeth.

Implants replacing a multiple missing teeth:

For multiple missing teeth, implant supported bridges can replace them.

Implants replacing full mouth missing teeth:

For full mouth missing teeth, implant supported denture or implant supported full bridge can replace them.

Implant placement:

To get implants, one should have a healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implants.
Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups are mandatory after receiving the dental implants.

Rootz Dental Care and Implant Center has specialists with proven expertise in Implantology. For more information regarding treatments contact us today.

                                             

                                                No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                                Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                                Chennai - 600 097,

                                                Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

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BRUXISM - TEETH GRINDING

BRUXISM

                Bruxism  also known as tooth grinding, is the medical term for clenching or grinding teeth. Few people unconsciously grind their teeth and/or clench their jaw, either while awake or during sleep. If not resolved, this activity can lead to weakened or cracked teeth, receeding gums, damaged jaw joint, headaches, disrupted sleep and more. Occasional bruxism may not be harmful but when it occurs regularly, it may be associated with moderate to severe dental damage, facial pain, and disturbed sleep.

SYMPTOMS :

• dull headaches

• jaw soreness

• teeth that are painful or loose

• fractured teeth

         Teeth grinding is also common in children. However, because their teeth and jaws change and grow so quickly it is not usually a damaging habit that requires treatment and most outgrow it by adolescence.   Although in adults teeth grinding is often the result of stress, the same is not always true with children. Other possible causes of teeth grinding in children include:

• Irritation in the mouth

• allergies

• misaligned teeth

TREATMENT :

   Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard to protect your teeth during sleep. In some

 cases, your dentist or physician may recommend taking a muscle relaxant medicine before bedtime.

 If stress is the cause you need to find a way to relax. Meditation, counseling and exercise can all help stress and anxiety.

                                                  

                                            No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                            Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                            Chennai - 600 097,

                                            Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

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Cleaning in between the teeth.

DENTAL  FLOSS

Dental floss is a cord of thin filaments used to remove food and dental plaque in between the teeth, in areas where toothbrush is unable to reach.

Flossing should be done once daily.

Types of dental floss:

• String floss

USAGE OF STRING DENTAL FLOSS

• Floss picks

F- SHAPED FLOSS PICKS

USAGE OF FLOSS PICK

Y- SHAPED FLOSS PICKS

• Ergonomic floss

ERGONOMIC  HANDLE  WITH  DISPOSABLE  FLOSS  HOLDERS

Proper flossing is one of the key to maintain a good oral hygiene.

                             

                       Rootz Dental Care and Implant Center, 

                                            No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                            Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                            Chennai - 600 097,

                                            Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

                                                     Email :- rootzdentalcare@gmail.com

Invisible clear aligner treatment - Alternative to clip treatment.

INVISIBLE ALIGNERS

Clear aligners are the alternative to orthodontic braces treatment.
More people are having success with orthodontic clear aligners or invisible aligners.

Clear aligners are a series of custom made, transparent trays which deliver gradual force to re-position the teeth.

Clear aligners are used to treat mild rotations, crowded teeth, spacings between teeth, protruded teeth and retruded teeth.
Advantages of clear aligners :

1) These are removable and aesthetic.

2) Easy to maintain oral hygiene.

3) No diet restrictions.

4) Highly biocompatible.

5) Comfortable and no gum irritations.

6) Final treatment outcome can be seen before the treatment starts.

Clear aligners are't for everyone, your dentist will help you decide what's best for you.

Rootz Dental Care and Implant Center has specialists with proven expertise in Orthodontic dentistry. .For more information regarding treatments contact us today.

                                             

                       Rootz Dental Care and Implant Center, 

                                            No:2/2, First Floor, Sakthi Nagar,

                                            Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thuraipakkam,

                                            Chennai - 600 097,

                                            Phone :- 9786688755,044-49504825

                                                     Email :- rootzdentalcare@gmail.com