The Dental Department specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral health issues, including problems related to the teeth, gums, and mouth. This department provides a wide range of dental care services for patients of all ages. Key areas of focus include:
Preventive Dentistry
- Dental Cleanings: Regular professional cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, preventing cavities and gum disease.
- Fluoride Treatments: Application of fluoride to strengthen teeth and prevent decay.
- Dental Sealants: Protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent cavities.
- Oral Health Education: Guidance on proper brushing, flossing, and dietary habits to maintain good oral hygiene.
Restorative Dentistry
- Fillings: Repairing cavities with materials like composite resins or amalgam to restore tooth structure.
- Crowns: Covering damaged or decayed teeth with a cap to restore function and appearance.
- Bridges: Replacing missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth.
- Dentures: Creating and fitting removable or fixed prosthetics to replace missing teeth.
- Root Canal Therapy: Treating infected or damaged tooth pulp to save the natural tooth.
Cosmetic Dentistry
- Teeth Whitening: Professional treatments to lighten teeth and remove stains or discoloration.
- Veneers: Thin shells of porcelain or composite material applied to the front surface of teeth to improve appearance.
- Bonding: Using tooth-coloured resin to repair chipped, cracked, or discoloured teeth.
- Orthodontics: Correcting misaligned teeth and jaws using braces, aligners, or other devices.
Periodontics (Gum Care)
- Gum Disease Treatment: Managing and treating conditions like gingivitis and periodontitis to prevent tooth loss.
- Scaling and Root Planning: Deep cleaning procedures to remove plaque and tartar from below the gum line.
Gum Surgery: Procedures to restore gum health, including flap surgery, grafting, and pocket reduction.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Tooth Extractions: Removing teeth that are damaged, decayed, or causing crowding, including wisdom teeth.
- Dental Implants: Surgically placing artificial tooth roots to support replacement teeth.
- Jaw Surgery: Correcting structural problems with the jaw, including misalignment or injury.
- Cleft Lip and Palate Repair: Surgical correction of congenital facial deformities.
Paediatric Dentistry
- Children’s Dental Care: Providing specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents, including routine exams, sealants, and fluoride treatments.
- Behaviour Management: Techniques to help children feel comfortable and safe during dental visits.
- Orthodontic Evaluations: Early assessment and intervention for potential alignment issues.
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