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Implantology

Implant are artificial tooth roots placed in the jaw bone and made of special material in order to restore the function and aesthetics of missing teeth. It is the best alternative to natural teeth. It provides better speech and chewing function than traditional bridges and prostheses. When applied with the correct diagnosis, sufficient knowledge, experience and equipment, the implant is a form of treatment that can provide extraordinary successful results for patients and physicians.In case of a single tooth or multiple teeth deficiency, if there is an amount of bone suitable for implant placement, an implant can be made for each case.Implant screws are structures that have a specific thickness and width. Therefore, in the area where the implant should be placed, the jawbone should have the height and width to accept this implant screw. The quality of the existing bone is also one of the factors that affect the implant success. In addition, gums should be completely healthy before treatment and as long as the implant remains in the mouth. As long as the patient's general health is in good condition, there is no upper age limit to prevent the implant application, but it is not preferred to apply to very young patients who have not completed bone development and to patients who cannot achieve adequate oral hygiene.Implants are left in the bone for 3-6 months to allow them to join with the bone (Osteointegration).If the implants are considered to be foreign bodies in the mouth, their cleaning should be done at least as well as your own teeth.Prostheses to be made on implants can be of different types.Is the implant risky?There is no risk beyond the risks that can be observed in all surgical procedures inside or outside the mouth. It is placed in the mouth under local anesthesia. In the early period, after the completion of the prosthesis, problems such as inflammation due to insufficient mouth cleaning may occur. Smoking increases the risk of infection, especially during early recovery.What advantages does implant treatment offer in which cases?Implant is the first management that should be considered in people who do not have teeth but cannot use mobile prostheses for various reasons such as excessive nausea, reflex, and high degree of jaw bone melting.Patients carrying total dentures with no teeth in the lower jaw; They complain of constant pain (bumps), inability to chew well and prosthesis play. This complaint increases with the dissolution of bone tissue that supports prosthesis over time. In such patients, implant treatment eliminates all of the above complaints and stops the melting of the bone.The ugly appearance of the prosthesis, which is attached with the hooks, or the necessity of cutting the solid teeth to make a bridge makes the implant the only alternative. Placement of a single implant saves neighboring teeth and causes more aesthetic and functional results.What are the advantages of implant treatment?Better chewingBetter aesthetic appearanceA happier social life with the recovery of self-confidenceHealthier and balanced diet depending on being able to eat everything

Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

It is a treatment method applied when the nerve (pulp) inside the tooth is irreversibly damaged or dead due to causes such as decay or trauma. The nerves inside the tooth are removed, the canals inside the tooth roots are shaped, disinfected from microorganisms, and then the enlarged canals are filled. Afterwards, depending on the loss of material, restorations such as fillings, porcelain crowns, or inlays deemed appropriate by your dentist are applied to the upper part of the tooth, ensuring the continuity of the tooth both aesthetically and functionally.Root canal treatment is performed to clean all infected parts of painful, inflamed teeth that could otherwise be lost due to decay or trauma, allowing them to remain in the mouth for a long time. This prevents more advanced treatments that could be financially and emotionally challenging due to tooth loss.By performing root canal treatment, the remaining tooth in the mouth will be non-vital but will continue to help with chewing as your own tooth. This also keeps the bone in that area active, preventing resorption in the jaw bones.Blows to the tooth or jaw, deep decay causing physical irritation, advanced gum disease, high fillings or prosthetic structures with improper occlusion, and incorrectly applied orthodontic treatments can all necessitate root canal therapy.When decay occurs, the hard tissues of the tooth (enamel-dentin) begin to deteriorate. As decay approaches the pulp, the acids produced by bacteria affect the pulp. At this stage, sensitivity to heat or pain, especially at night, may occur. If untreated, the pulp dies, and toxins spread through the root tip into the jawbone, causing abscesses.Root canal treatment prevents tooth extraction, which though cheaper, results in the loss of a healthy tooth and creates a gap that is harder and more costly to restore with bridges or implants. If possible, keeping your natural tooth is always advantageous.Sometimes teeth left untreated for too long cannot be saved even with root canal therapy, and extraction may be necessary. Good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups every six months are essential to avoid tooth loss.A properly performed root canal can allow a tooth to function for a lifetime, though treated teeth are more fragile than natural teeth. Success rates are above 90–95%. Rare risks include instrument breakage or incomplete cleaning of canals.Treatment involves anesthesia, cleaning decay, opening the pulp chamber, disinfecting canals, and filling them. Depending on the condition, temporary fillings may be placed, and treatment may take one or several sessions.During treatment, avoid chewing hard foods with the tooth. Pain or swelling may occur between sessions but can be managed with your dentist’s care.After treatment, mild pain may persist for a few days due to inflammation, but it subsides. Treated teeth lose vitality and flexibility, making them prone to fractures. Appropriate restorations such as fillings, porcelain inlays, or crowns are necessary to ensure long-term use.

Pedodontics (Children’s Dental Treatments)

Pedodontics is the department concerned with the oral and dental health of children from birth until the end of adolescence, aiming to protect the milk and permanent teeth in a healthy way and to eliminate problems caused by decay, trauma, hereditary and similar factors.Treatments in the pedodontics department include:Baby bottle caries (caused by breastfeeding throughout the night or prolonged bottle feeding during sleep)Dental caries and restorationsDental infectionsSpace maintainers (applied when a milk tooth must be extracted before its natural shedding age to prevent space loss)Preventive applications against cariesDental traumasDental fear in childrenParents should not transfer their own negative experiences to their children, nor use threats such as “I will take you to the dentist, you will get an injection.” The first dental examination is recommended between 6 months and 1 year, when the first tooth erupts. Early visits are important to teach parents how to clean baby teeth and to prevent bottle caries. Regular check-ups every 6 months are crucial.Simple preventive treatments performed by the dentist during these visits (such as fissure sealants and fluoride applications) prevent caries and help children adapt to dental treatment without fear.Preventive treatments in children:Children are more prone to caries because they cannot maintain oral hygiene as well as adults and milk teeth are more organic in structure. The main goal in preschool years is to instill the habit of brushing teeth. Parents should assist until school age.Toothbrushes should be age-appropriate. Effective brushing for 3 minutes after breakfast and before bedtime is sufficient. Toothpaste is not recommended until age 3; afterwards, special children’s toothpaste should be used.A common mistake is dipping pacifiers or bottles in sugar or jam before sleep, which causes bottle caries.Preventive treatments include fissure sealants and fluoride applications.Fissure sealant: A liquid filling applied to grooves on chewing surfaces of molars to prevent food and bacteria accumulation. Clinical studies show a 70–80% reduction in caries with this method.Fluoride application: Topical fluoride strengthens teeth against caries. Dentists apply it periodically depending on age and risk.

Orthodontics

What is Orthodontics?Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that aims to prevent and correct dental irregularities in children and adults, providing patients with aesthetics, proper speech, and functional improvement. Dental crowding may be genetic or environmental (thumb sucking, nail biting, early loss of milk teeth, etc.). Untreated crowding can lead to psychological problems, gum disease, speech difficulties, and joint disorders.Who can receive orthodontic treatment?Orthodontic treatment can be applied at any age. In children, treatment is easier and shorter due to growth potential. Dental treatments can be performed at almost any age if teeth and surrounding tissues are healthy. Skeletal problems in adults may require surgery.Signs to watch in children:Early or late loss of milk teethDifficulty chewing or closing the mouthMouth breathingThumb suckingCrowded or misaligned teethForward or backward positioned jawsCheek or lip bitingProtruding teethImproper bite or open biteUnbalanced facial appearanceTeeth grindingWhen is orthodontic treatment needed?Crossbite (lower teeth ahead of upper teeth)Protruding front teeth preventing lip closureCrowded or overlapping teethExcess spacing between teethOpen bite casesChewing or speech difficultiesPersistent thumb sucking after age 4Early loss of milk teethFirst orthodontic examination:Should be done after eruption of incisors. The Turkish Orthodontic Society recommends evaluation before age 7.Treatment duration and retention:Treatment lasts 6 months to 3 years. Retention therapy prevents relapse.Treatment methods:Removable appliancesFunctional appliancesFixed appliances (metal or ceramic brackets)Orthognathic surgeryBenefits:Proper alignment of teeth and jawsImproved speechEnhanced facial aesthetics and confidenceBetter chewing and digestionEasier oral hygienePrevention of gum diseasePrecautions during treatment:Sensitivity and minor injuries may occur, use orthodontic wax.Brush teeth regularly, avoid plaque around brackets.Avoid hard foods.Attend check-ups every 4–5 weeks.Use appliances as instructed.Oral hygiene:Use orthodontic toothbrushes.Clean brackets with interdental brushes.Brush after meals.Use dental floss daily.Prefer fluoride products

Transparent Orthodontics

Orthodontics is the field of dentistry that deals with correcting incorrectly positioned teeth and jaws. Wire therapy has been used since ancient times for the positioning of the teeth. With the developments in orthodontic technologies, transparent plaques began to replace metal or porcelain wires.Wireless orthodontic treatment is the orthodontic treatment with the help of transparent plaques with a process called Invisalign. In this process, plaques are prepared according to the patient's mouth and teeth structure. After the treatment, the teeth come to the proper alignment.This app is suitable for kids and adults. It is generally used in the correction of moderate and mild tooth crowding. Those who do not want to wear braces but are uncomfortable with the structure of their teeth may prefer clear aligners for Invisalign treatment.You can remove and put on the transparent dental plaques whenever you want. This treatment is a highly preferred method especially for patients with aesthetic concerns.

Zirconium and Porcelain Coating

In these coatings, zirconium, a white alloy, is used instead of metal. This state-of-the-art infrastructure is the only material with the ability to offer aesthetics and durability together.BenefitsThe biggest advantage of the system is that it can be used in the bridges in the back area with very high durability.Porcelain veneers with a zirconium substrate not only do gum problems and allergies, but also provide aesthetics and function close to natural teeth with their light transmitting feature.It is a healthy material that does not cause taste disorders, gum problems and bad breath.Cercon ceramics placed on the zirconium oxide substrate reduce the rate of food residues and microorganisms adhering to the tooth surface, thus providing better oral hygiene.Zirconium oxide does not transmit heat, and when you take hot and cold foods, your teeth do not become sensitive.Zirconium has been used in medicine since the 1960s, and long-term studies have proven the reliability of the material. Zirconium has been used for various purposes in various parts of the body, especially hip joint prostheses, and it has been found that it has not had any side effects or harm and has not been allergic to date.As a result of the researches started in 1998, clinical applications have been started all over the world since the beginning of 2002. With this new application, aesthetic concerns in metal-ceramic and all-ceramic restorations are eliminated in the patient.In what cases can it be used?Single-tooth crown restorations -3-6-member bridges and zirconium can be preferred easily in implant crown-bridge studies.In short, it is a product with the highest quality achieved so far in terms of aesthetics, durability, texture compatibility and naturalness, which are the basic requirements of modern dentistry.

Prosthesis

It is our department, where the loss of substances in natural teeth, missing teeth and surrounding tissues are restored with artificial materials, and that oral functions, aesthetics and patient health are corrected and continued. Prosthetic treatments are classified as mobile and fixed dentures.Removable dentures;Total prosthesis; It is a form of prosthesis made in cases where all natural teeth are absent, also known as denture.Partial (partial) prosthesis; They are removable prostheses made in cases where some of the main teeth are present and some are removed.Dental prostheses; They are prostheses applied on a few natural teeth or roots in the mouth, following some special preparations by the dentist.Fixed prostheses;It is the process of replacing the missing or excessive substance loss teeth by using materials similar to the tooth texture and color. Before the porcelain crown is made, the treatment option called post-core can be reinforced by taking support from the root canal of over-ruined teeth. While teeth are being crowned, there are different material alternatives such as metal, metal supported porcelain, full porcelain (reinforced porcelain, zirconium substrate porcelain).

Digital Smile Design

Let's design your smile together !!The digital smile design aims to achieve the perfect smile.The main area of aesthetic dentistry is the most excellent smile design.Unlike standard dentistry, digital smile design begins with photo and video shooting. Then the patient's images are shot on video. Measurements are taken. With the advanced technological opportunities offered by the program, the patient's tooth design is first designed in digital environment. It is ensured that the teeth designed by making use of the image of the patient in the video recordings are compatible with the face of the patient as well as the face of the patient. In the digital smile design, the patient can see what kind of teeth he / she will have from the very beginning, can make changes according to his expectations and thus have a tooth exactly as he wants.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

It deals with the surgical treatment of all pathologies in the face and jaw bone, along with all surgical procedures related to the tooth. In the application of surgical procedures, the comfort of the patients, their existing diseases, their anxiety and fear from the treatment are primarily taken into consideration and the patients are treated accordingly.Diagnosis and Treatment of Intraoral Soft Tissue LesionsDiagnosis and Treatment of Jaw Bone PathologiesTooth ShotsEmbedded Tooth ExtractionsCyst OperationsDental ImplantsImplant Supported Jaw-Face ProstheticsImplant ProstheticsBone OgmentationSinus Lifting20 YEAR OLD SURGERYThe twenty-year-old teeth are the third largest molars at the back of the dental array. These teeth, which usually last in the twenties, are often partially rubbed or remain buried in the jaw bone due to reasons such as narrowness of the jaw, deviation in the riding position or bone density in the relevant region.Twenty-year-old female surgery can be performed easily and painlessly with new materials and techniques. In this way, 20-year-old female shots have ceased to be a fearful dream. Especially for our Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 20-year-old female surgery is very simple and easily performed operations.EMBEDDED DENTAL TREATMENTNon-normal pathogenic structures that can develop in the roots of the teeth or in any part of the jaw bone are called cysts.Cyst operations are not performed on time and if the cyst remains in the jaw for a long time, they can cause serious deformations in the jaw bone. For this reason, the detected cysts must be removed surgically by the jaw surgeon as soon as possible.Some cysts are very large and can cause jaw fracture. Therefore, our maxillofacial surgeons want to determine the bone loss caused by the cyst in advance by requesting volumetric tomography before the procedure. Thanks to 3D tomography, the borders of the jaw cyst are determined very clearly and surgery is performed much more safely.CYST OPERATIONSNon-normal pathogenic structures that can develop in the roots of the teeth or in any part of the jaw bone are called cysts.Cyst operations are not performed on time and if the cyst remains in the jaw for a long time, they can cause serious deformations in the jaw bone. For this reason, the detected cysts must be removed surgically by the jaw surgeon as soon as possible.Some cysts are very large and can cause jaw fracture. Therefore, our maxillofacial surgeons want to determine the bone loss caused by the cyst in advance by requesting volumetric tomography before the procedure. Thanks to 3D tomography, the borders of the jaw cyst are determined very clearly and surgery is performed much more safely.SINUS LIFTINGSinus surgery is a procedure applied in the upper jaw. In people with missing teeth in the upper jaw, the cavities that we sometimes call the maxillary sinus hang downward due to gravity. As a result of this sagging, melt bones occur. As the bones dissolve, there is not enough bone left to be implanted in the missing tooth area. In such cases, sinus surgery is performed and the sagging base of the sinus is raised and the bone support required for the implant is obtained.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is an aesthetic solution recommended to people who are not satisfied with the color of their teeth.It is an oxygenation method used to whiten teeth that have changed colors for various reasons or to lighten the individual tooth color by several shades.Colorings due to external factorsStains on the teeth are caused by the consumption of some foods and beverages (coffee, tea, red wine, curry, soy, fruit juices, cola drinks, etc.) or smoking. These stains that stick on the surface of your teeth cause your teeth to turn yellow. These stains can be found together with their teethtones or only in the form of stains. Every 6 months, you should go to the dentist to have your teeth cleaned by the methods deemed appropriate by your dentist and when deemed appropriate.Colorings due to internal factorsTeeth can turn yellow as a result of injury / trauma or as a result of the natural aging process.In teeth with amalgam (gray) filling, especially gray and black discolorations may occur in the tooth as a result of leakage of copper and corrosion products in the dentine canals in the tooth.It is blackish when pulp (vascular-nerve package) residues, which are not cleaned well in canal-treated teeth, enter the dentin tubules; If the excess paste used during the canal treatment has overflowed into the crown part of the tooth, the tooth is seen in orange. Unlike normal whitening, these teeth are bleached by the method we call INTRAKORONAL BLEACHING.Depending on the amount of fluoride taken, there may be a color change from opaque points to yellow-brown in the teeth. 1 ppm. This problem can be encountered in the teeth of people who drink drinking water with more than fluoride.Some antibiotics (especially tetracycline) used when the mother is pregnant or in childhood have been observed to produce yellow-brown-gray-colored stains on the teeth. Unless tetracycline stains are too advanced, they respond to the whitening process. In very advanced tetracycline colorations, this situation cannot be eliminated by bleaching, and porcelain lamina or full porcelain coatings are recommended for teeth.Teeth whiteningThere are two different bleaching methods currently known. The first one is a method that the patient can apply on his own, the second method is bleaching by the physician in the clinic. Although both methods are effective, which one to choose depends on the degree of coloration, how quickly the treatment is desired, and your physician's decision.Bleaching in the clinic (office bleaching)It is done by activating the whitening gel that your doctor deems appropriate with heat or light. First of all, external discolorations on the tooth surfaces and dental stones, if any, are cleaned with periodontal methods. Tooth surfaces are polished. The starting photo is taken and the tone of the tooth is determined with the color scale. A protective gel is applied to the gums to prevent the whitening gel from touching and the patient is wearing protective glasses. The whitening agent is applied to the tooth surfaces and activated for 20-30 minutes.The success of this way of bleaching depends on the reason and weight of the coloring. In colorations with aging, 1 session is usually sufficient for fluorosis coloration. In tetracycline-related colorings, 3 or even 4 sessions may be required.Home bleachingBy installing the plates prepared with the measurements taken from you for a few hours a day, you can make the printing process in your home. Put the amount of bleach gel recommended by your doctor on the part of the plate that will be on the front of your teeth and place the plate in your mouth. After a week or two, you can get the color you want. With the bleaching method made at home, dark color may not be removed especially in the canal treated teeth. Or results may not be obtained for the spots that we call tetracycline stains. Because the concentration of bleach gel is kept low so that it does not harm your teeth or gums. For this, you should definitely consult your doctor.Points to consider after bleachingThere may be sensitivities felt in the form of a lighter within 24 hours after the bleaching process. Painkillers taken half an hour before and after the procedure will decrease this sensitivity.The whitening reaction continues for 24 hours. For this reason, it is necessary to eat or drink any coloring food (red wine, curry-based foods, fruit juices, tomato paste foods, tea and tea varieties, coffee etc.) for 24 hours after the procedure.We recommend no smoking for 24 hours after the procedure, and then reduce it.Acid drinks consumed after the procedure may increase sensitivity. Therefore, such drinks should not be consumed for 24 hours.Teeth continue to be cleaned in the same way.In what situations is bleaching not done?Wide pulp teethTo excessively worn erosive teethIf there are restorations such as porcelain crowns in the mouthIn women during pregnancy and breastfeedingPeople who are allergic to hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide.In individuals with poor oral hygieneIf there are structural disorders in the teeth that concern enamel and dentin (amelogenesis imperfecta, dentinogenesis imperfecta)In patients with extremely sensitive teeth (whitening can be done after desensitizing treatments are applied.)In teeth with advanced size tetracycline spotsPeople with broken, cracked, bruised teethThere is no bleaching in people whose gums are removed too much and most of the roots are exposed.The basic color of the teeth is whitened, but nicotine stain again accumulates in the teeth in patients who smoke excessively and who cannot fully maintain their oral hygiene. These patients often need to have dental cleaning.Is pain felt during the whitening process?There may be some sensitivity during the procedure and within the following 24 hours. This is temporary. Your doctor will advise you to make this situation the most comfortable.How long do the whitened teeth retain their color?Under normal conditions, your teeth retain their color for 2-3 years on average. This time is up to you.If excessive amounts of tea, coffee, cigarettes are smoked, this period may be shortened. If necessary, additional treatments can be made once or twice a year for the continuation of the bleaching process.How long do the teeth get to the desired color?It differs according to the method performed, the percentage of the agent used and the structure and tone of the patient's tooth.Since the percentage used in bleaching in the clinic is high, fast and effective results are obtained, while the percentage of the agent used in home bleaching is low, the result is obtained later. Some patients achieve the desired result in one session, while other patients may need 1-2 sessions, or permanence is tried to be achieved with home bleaching after one session of clinical bleaching.

Periodontology (Gum Disease Treatment)

Periodontology (Gum Diseases)Periodontal diseases are inflammatory diseases that occur in the tissues that support the gums and teeth.Healthy GumsThe healthy gum is a light pink color, tight consistency, matte finish, which ends like a knife back where it joins the teeth, and when it is looked through with the naked eye after drying, it is a tissue that looks like orange peel on its surface. There is a gap of approximately 1-1.5 mm between the tooth and the gingiva. This gap is called the gingival groove. Periodontal diseases take their source from this gum groove. Healthy gums do not bleed during brushing.What is a dentist?When the teeth are not cleaned properly, food residues that accumulate on them and between them produce bacteria. These deposits, which we call bacterial plaques, are the primary responsible for dental caries and gingivitis, and over time, they combine with saliva and form their gumstones.How do gum diseases progress?When the teeth are not brushed, deposits on the teeth are called bacterial plaques. Harmful substances produced by the bacteria in this plaque harm the gums. These substances wash the supporting tissues around the gums, the fibers that firmly connect the gingiva to the tooth are destroyed, the gum moves away from the teeth, more bacterial plaques and gumstones accumulate in the formed periodontal pockets. As periodontal disease develops, pockets become deeper. Thus, it is easier for bacteria and its products to move to deeper tissues, it goes down to the bone and destruction begins in the alveolar bone that supports the tooth. If the bone support of the teeth disappears, if it is not treated until this stage, the teeth begin to shake and are finally pulled.Gingival recession and its causesAdvanced GingivitisTooth stonesIncorrect brushing of teeth (pressing with excessive force)Incorrect crowns or fillingsWithdrawal of physiological gums caused by agingDistortions in the tooth arrayHabits such as the constant insertion of foreign objects, such as a toothpick or a pin, between the teethMorphological changes in tooth roots cause gingival recession.Problems and treatments caused by gingival recessionsAesthetic disorderExcessive dentin sensitivityRoot surfaces exposed due to gingival recessions are mostly not covered by cement, the outermost layer of the root. Dentine tissue, the middle layer of the root, was exposed. This dentin tissue is very sensitive to thermal, chemical and mechanical stimuli. If success is not achieved with the drugs, the relevant area can be covered with a filler.Root rotCaries can also be found on the root surfaces exposed due to gingival recessions. These can be treated with filling applications. Consult your dentist as soon as you think you have a gum recession. Your dentist will first identify the cause of it and make a treatment plan accordingly.Things to consider for healthy gumsBrush your teeth properly and use dental floss every day,Eat a balanced diet, avoid empty calories and very sticky foods,Learn to examine yourself and do it routinely. So you can catch the first signs of any oral or dental changes.Go to the dentist at least twice a year to have control and dental calculus cleaningIt is very important to have regular visits to the dentist. Although daily oral care keeps the formation of dental stones to a minimum, it cannot completely prevent it. Dentist cleaning by a dentist; It provides the removal of hardened tooth stones in areas that you cannot clean with toothbrush, dental floss.What are the symptoms of gum disease?Bleeding in the gums when using brush-floss (gums cannot bleed in a healthy mouth.)Redness and swelling in the gumsMild pain when pressing on the gums, inflammation leaking from the gumsWithdrawal of gums, separation from root surface and formation of gingival pocketsSensitivity on root surfaces exposed due to gingival recession,Black areas on the edges of the gums caused by tooth stones,Shaking, elongation and opening between the teeth,The feeling of change in your closing when you close your mouth,Smell and bad taste due to inflammation,Itching sensation in the gumsIf there is a prosthesis in the mouth, its compliance is impairedGingival diseases can sometimes reach advanced stages without any symptoms. Therefore, it is extremely important to go to the dentist at regular intervals.ReasonsInadequate oral hygieneThe most important reason is the lack of oral hygiene. If the person has a predisposition and causes for gum disease, he / she should keep the oral care at the best level.Daily oral care should be performed correctly and regularly in order to protect teeth and gums. In other words, teeth should not be brushed 3 times a day for 2 minutes. The bacterial plaque on the teeth should be removed.Daily oral care procedures can minimize tooth formation, but may not prevent it completely. It is also necessary to clean areas that cannot be reached with a toothbrush, dental floss or other cleaning tools. Your dentist will give you the best information about this, so it is very important to go to the dentist regularly.Diabetes, diabetesDiabetics fall into a high risk group for gum disease. In cases where people are very vulnerable to infection, such as uncontrolled diabetes, gum disease is often much more severe and difficult to control. They should definitely take care of their oral hygiene by performing routine gingival controls.MalnutritionIt causes the body to weaken the immune system and, accordingly, to fight infections, including gum infection.Genetic predispositionIf you have a genetic predisposition, the probability of developing gum disease increases 6 times with poor oral care. If there is a person with a gum problem in the family, you should definitely go to a dentist for a checkupCigaretSmoking causes many important diseases such as cancer, lung and heart diseases. Apart from all these, it prepares the environment for the development of gum diseases which are very harmful for the oral mucosa and gums.Drug useSome medications like birth control pills, anti-depressants, heart medications affect your oral health. So if you are using one of these drugs, please tell your dentist and care about your oral care.Hormonal changesDuring periods of intense hormonal changes such as pregnancy, adolescence, menopause, menstruation, the gums become more sensitive and react more than normal to even the slightest stimulus, which prepares the ground for the formation of gum diseases. During this period, you need to take care of your oral hygiene.StressBesides being one of the causes of many diseases such as hypertension and cancer, it is also a risk factor for gum disease. Research has shown that stress, including periodontal diseases, makes it difficult for the body to fight infection and its ability to protect against diseases.Clenching and grinding teethIt causes periodontal tissue destruction due to microtraumas constantly coming to the teeth and gums. One reason for the withdrawal of the gums is to clench teeth. If you have such a habit, plaques should be made to prevent the damage of these traumas. Your dentist will tell you what works best.Poorly made crown bridges and fillingsFill, crowns, and bridges that press on the gingiva and cause flooding create problems in the gums.Some diseasesDiseases affecting the body's defense system, such as leukemia, AIDS, can make the condition of the gums worse.TypesGingivitisPeriodontal diseases begin with gingivitis. It is an early stage of gum disease. At this stage, the gums are red, shiny, swollen and bleeding. It usually progresses painlessly. It may not cause much discomfort in the early period. If left untreated, the disease can progress to periodontitis, causing irreversible damage to the alveolar bone that supports the gums and teeth.In its treatment, bacterial plaque and tooth stones, which are the main causes of the disease, are cleaned. Oral hygiene training is given. After the procedure performed by the physician in the clinic, the disease can be prevented easily thanks to the regular oral care that patients will apply at home.PeriodontitisIt is a more advanced stage of periodontal diseases. It occurs when the inflammation of the gums progresses to the deep tissues (alveolar bone) of the tooth. At this stage, gingivitis bulgaria and tooth accumulation, alveolar bone destruction, gingival recession and deep pocket formation between the teeth and gums are observed. The presence of periodontal pocket facilitates the placement of the infection and the progression of the disease.In its treatment, flap operations and oral hygiene training are applied in order to eliminate tartar cleaning, root surface correction, subgingival curettage and pockets formed according to the severity of the disease.TreatmentIn the majority of cases in the early period of gum disease, daily dental care is sufficient for successful treatment, following cleaning of the teeth, plaque removal and maintaining a smooth root surface.In the treatment of gum disease, the depth of the pockets formed between the tooth and the gingiva should be measured with a special tool.The diagnosis is made according to the localization and depth of the amount of these pockets and treatment is planned. Since deep pockets will prepare a suitable environment for the rapid progression of gum disease, the purpose of the treatment is to eliminate them as much as possible. Because it is impossible to completely clean the microorganisms placed in deep pockets by patients with brushing and flossing.Generally, this treatment is sufficient for adaptation of the gum to the tooth or for the gum to shrink and eliminate the pocket.More advanced cases may require surgical treatment. The purpose of this treatment is to clean the teeth in the deep periodontal pockets surrounding the teeth, to eliminate the pocket by shrinking and to provide a smooth root surface and to create a gum form that is easier to clean.After periodontal treatment, patients should be examined regularly by the dentist, plaque control and new dental stone deposits should be removed from the environment. But it should not be forgotten that; No process can be more beneficial for the maintenance of those achieved through periodontal treatment than the daily oral care procedures of the person.TREATMENT SHAPESTooth stone cleaningWhile routine cleaning and checks are done every 6 months, people who have periodontal disease or who are inclined to it are cleaned at shorter intervals determined by the physician. The microorganisms in the plaque that settles in the pockets multiplies enough to damage the bone within 3 months. Frequent dental cleaning ensures that bone is not damaged by preventing this buildup.Root surface straighteningThe flattening of the root surface, known as curettage among the people, is the process of scraping the attachments attached to the root surface with the help of special curettes, removing them from the surface and revealing the healthy root surface and allowing the gum to adhere to the root surface again.Gingivectomy and GingivoplastyIn some cases, gingival enlargement, drug-related or inherited gingival enlargement is observed. If these gingival growths are not accompanied by osteoporosis, we can remove gingival growths by cutting the soft tissue wall of the pocket between the tooth and the gum. This procedure is called Gingivectomy. After this procedure, Gingivoplasty is applied to correct the gum by surgical methods and restore normal physiognomy.Flap operationIf periodontal pockets cannot be shallow by curettage and straightening the root surface, the gingiva that forms the pocket is removed surgically. In very deep pockets, the gingiva is removed as a whole and the required root surface straightening is done under it, closed and fixed in place with sutures. If the molten bone needs to be supported at this stage, or if it is thought that bone can be formed in that area, hard tissue grafts or bone particles obtained from the patient's own tissue are placed in the defect region to recover the lost tissue.Crown lengthening operationIt is a simple procedure to lengthen the parts of the teeth (visible in the mouth) above the level of the gums. In some cases, the caries or fractures go below the gum level or the teeth are too short. In such cases, prosthetic (crown, bridge, etc.) treatments should be extended to the root of the gingiva level for conservancy and gum health.Smile with gums: (Gummy Smile) In cases where the gums are more visible when they smile, a more pleasant smile can be obtained by removing the excess gums with a small operation whether or not any aesthetic dentistry procedure will be performed.

Oral Health During Pregnancy

Oral dental care in women is privileged during pregnancy. Changing hormone levels in your body during pregnancy makes the gums more vulnerable and harmful to the plaque of harmful bacteria. If you already have gum disease, the pregnancy will make it worse.Every woman who thinks or is pregnant should definitely get a dental checkup, learn what to do or not to do for oral health and get the necessary treatments. This is very important for the health of both the mother and her child.It is very important to provide oral care during pregnancy, brushing your teeth and flossing every day, eating a healthy and balanced diet, going to check your dentist regularly.What are the changes in teeth and gums during pregnancy?Gingival diseases may develop more during pregnancy, which is due to the excessive reaction of the body to the lack of hygiene in the mouth due to the change in the hormonal balance. Large gums and rashes may occur on the gums known as "pregnancy gingivitis". Breath odor or bad taste is constantly present in your mouth. Adult gums can create a good environment for food residues and bacteria accumulation, which can cause tooth decay. This picture mostly affects the majority of pregnant women with different severity in the second trimester. If gingivitis is already present, it may increase in severity during pregnancy and progress to periodontitis if it is not treated. Pregnant women also have the risk of developing a "pregnancy tumor". These are inflammatory lesions caused by irritation of gingival enlargements. It should be taken by the dentist if it is usually left on its own, if it bothers the patient or prevents chewing, brushing and other oral care.Why teeth are lost while pregnant?The notion that "during pregnancy, the baby takes the calcium required by the mother from the teeth of the mother, weakening the teeth of the mother and leads to rapid decay, therefore, pregnant mothers have lost teeth", but it is completely wrong in the society. There is no scientific evidence of calcium loss from the mother's teeth during pregnancy. On the contrary, the bond that calcium makes with dental tissue is 6 times stronger than it does with bones.If sufficient calcium cannot be provided with foods, the amount necessary for the development of the baby is met from the bones of the mother. There is no calcium dissolution from the teeth.Increasing the consumption of sugary and carbohydrate-based foods, determining excessive desire for sweet, junk food in the expected period of the baby and neglecting tooth brushing after they are eatenDamage to the teeth caused by vomiting in the first monthsThere may be an increase in the number of caries in the mouth and tooth loss due to reasons such as the gums bleed more quickly due to the effects of pregnancy hormones and the mother avoiding brushing due to pain and tenderness.Can dental treatment be performed during pregnancy?Dental treatment should be avoided in the first trimester, when the baby has an organ development stage in the first trimester. Treatments should be postponed to the second trimester. In emergencies such as dental or gingivitis, the idea that the existing infection may negatively affect the development of the baby should be brought to the fore and action should be taken in accordance with the recommendations of your dentist and gynecologist.The mother may be uncomfortable when she is doing dental treatment due to her comfortable positions in the last three months and not being able to sit in the seat for a long time.Although many medications are not recommended or controlled during pregnancy, no side effects of local anesthetics used in dental treatments have been reported. In the treatment performed under anesthesia, the patient will not feel pain and will experience less stress.The use of antibiotics, especially Penicillin and its derivatives (amoxicilline, etc.) is not a problem for the baby. Tetracycline group antibiotics should not be taken. If tetracycline is taken during pregnancy, the teeth that we call "tetracycline colorings" occur in the baby's teeth. Care should be taken in using painkillers and strictly follow the manufacturer's recommendations.Although the radiation is very low in x-ray machines used in dentistry, x-ray shots should be avoided in pregnant women. If not necessary, this procedure should be postponed after delivery.What to do while pregnantIf a healthy person is not expected to lose his tooth while stopping and stopping, the expectant mother will not experience tooth loss or other problems if she follows the simple rules described below.It is a fact that expectant mothers complained about dental caries and especially gum problems during their pregnancy. If you are planning to become pregnant, you should undergo a dental checkup to start the pregnancy period with a healthy mouth and teeth. Treatment of the teeth and gums that may cause problems while you are pregnant will allow both your baby and you to have a comfortable pregnancy period.If you are pregnant, you are at a time when you should pay particular attention to your teeth and gums. Your hormonal levels, which change depending on pregnancy, will directly affect your gum problems and indirectly your caries. In this case, it is very important to keep oral hygiene at the highest level. To prevent tooth decay and gum disease, all you need to do is brush your teeth with a fluoride-containing toothpaste for 3 minutes, 2 times a day, flush your teeth with a dental floss and rinse with a fluoride mouthwash.But when you disrupt your dental care, you will experience the consequences more severe during your pregnancy. Another thing you need to do to protect your oral-dental health is to be under the control of a dentist. Your pregnancy does not prevent you from getting dental treatment. Regularly going to your checks and cleaning your teeth will decrease your chances of an emergency during your pregnancy. Your dentist will plan all necessary treatments with no harm to you and your baby and will contact your obstetrician if necessary.Precautions to be taken for the dental health of the babyBaby's dental development begins in the womb. During this period, the mother should pay attention to a balanced diet both for her own health and for her baby's dental development. Protein for dental health, vitamin A (meat, milk, egg, yellow vegetables and fruits) Vitamin C (citrus, tomato, strawberry), Vitamin D (meat, milk, egg, fish) and calcium (milk and dairy products, green leafy) Foods rich in vegetables should be adequately removed. In addition, unconscious use of drugs should be avoided.)In addition, as the diseases that the mother may have during pregnancy and the medications she will use will have negative effects on the milk teeth, she should definitely use medicines under the control of a doctor. During pregnancy, taking fluoride tablets to be beneficial for the development of the baby's teeth is not recommended, since fluoride cannot pass through the placental barrier.