Services Archive - Dental Clinic

Oral dentistry

dent_adm — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:29:57 +0000

High quality services

The dental surgery cases we undertake at The DentalClinic regard moderate problems that can be treated under local anesthesia. Cases that require general anesthesia, such as children with disabilities, more severe surgical cases, etc., are treated by the medical staff of our clinic in cooperating private clinics.

The most common cases are impacted or semi-impacted third molars (wisdom teeth), impacted teeth which with the aid of orthodontics can occupy in the future the correct position in the dentition, supernumerary impacted teeth (that is more teeth than the normal number), residual roots, periapical cysts, as well as the removal of every type of lumps and hyperplasias of the soft and hard tissues of the mouth.

In many cases the use of Laser systems also takes place in our clinics.

Below we will examine the most common of the aforementioned issues.

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Implants

dent_adm — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:20:39 +0000

Smile again, with confidence!

Dental implants are the discovery which has radically changed the course of dental science in the last 25 years. Modern implants are made of titanium, have a shape that is similar to the root of the tooth, are placed under the gums into the jawbone and on them adhere or are screwed various prosthetic restorations (artificial teeth).

The implants are placed into the bone with a relatively simple surgery for the experienced surgeon. The duration of the surgery is approximately half an hour for a single implant and increases depending on the number of implants. The operation is performed under local anesthesia and thus the patient feels no pain at all. After the operation, there is no significant pain, just a slight edema (swelling) in the area, which are symptoms that can be treated with simple painkillers.

After their placement, the implants are integrated into the bone, that is a direct contact is developed between the bone cells and the titanium surface without any intervention of soft connecting tissue. Thus, the implant is fully integrated into the bone and presents no mobility at all.

The osseointegration of implants, when the protocol for their placement is strictly followed, is achieved at a rate that approaches 100%. The survival of implants also presents high rates that exceed 90% after a period of ten years, while there is no “expiry” date for them. Implants can be placed on any healthy person, even in elderly people.

A prerequisite is a good pre-operative radiographic and clinical assessment of whether the bone is sufficient in quantity and quality at the places that the insertion of the implants is planned.

In the case that the bone is not sufficient for the placement of the implants, its volume can be increased with the use of bone grafts. This is the aim of operations such as the lift of the sinus floor or other operations that increase the width or the height of the alveolar crest.

Immovable restorations may regard the loss of one tooth, of more than one teeth or even the loss of all teeth.

An implant can be placed under certain conditions immediately after the extraction of a tooth or later, after the area of extraction is healed and new bone is generated, that is after three months or even more. The prosthetic reconstruction is usually performed after a period of 2-4 months, which is enough time so that the osseointegration of the implants is achieved.

Alternatively the immediate loading of implants (immediate placement of a temporary or even of the permanent prosthetic reconstruction) can be selected, if certain conditions are deemed to be met regarding the number of implants and their initial stability. A longer time period is required when bone grafts have been placed.

Prosthetic reconstructions are separated into mobile and immovable, depending on whether the patients can remove them by themselves from the oral cavity or not.

Mobile reconstructions regard cases of total tooth loss with the use of complete dentures, that rest on two or more implants.

Implants can literally change the lives of people who have lost their teeth, as they provide the possibility of stable reconstructions and put an end to complete dentures that move or even slide out of position while chewing or speaking.

Almost always, with the use of implants, one can avoid the drilling of healthy teeth for the fabrication of immovable prosthetic works (bridges).

The longevity and proper functioning of implants require the daily care of oral health -as in the case of teeth – and avoiding some harmful habits, such as smoking, for example.

The design and application of the treatment is performed in the most appropriate way. The placement of implants, at the DentalClinic, takes place with the use of computed tomography (CBCT) and with the guided implant placement system of Αnatomage. This ensures that no incisions and stitches are created, where this is applicable, reducing thus significantly the duration and discomfort of classic surgery, as well as the time of recovery.

Guided implant surgery

Guided implant surgery is a process that involves the dentist utilizing advanced machinery and imaging technology in order to aid in the process of both manufacturing and placing dental implants in an efficient, precise, and effective way.

Advantages:

Complete analysis and diagnosis of case
Virtual, clinical, and surgical planning prior to surgery
Simple surgical procedure
Small amount of parts being inserted into and out of patient’s mouth
No surgery cuts and stitches

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Aesthetic Dentistry

dent_adm — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:05:36 +0000

Total… redesign of your smile!

The DentalClinic applies the principles of aesthetic dentistry to all the dental and orthodontic services it provides. Our specialized scientific team always guarantees an aesthetically impeccable and functionally excellent result.

The total redesign of the smile is a process that requires the collaboration of all dental specialties, as it can include interventions at the front aesthetic area of the mouth apart from the teeth or gums or even in the area around the mouth. It is divided into white aesthetics, red aesthetics or a combination of the two.

1. Red Aesthetics:

It includes gum and possibly lip interventions and is just as important as white aesthetics, because just a gum line asymmetry can ruin every attempt for an aesthetic result with interventions only in the teeth.

2. White Aesthetics:

Its goal is to eliminate any problems in the appearance of the teeth -such as discoloration, cracks, crooked teeth, gaps between the teeth- and is achieved through techniques such as tooth whitening, porcelain veneers or resin veneers, all-ceramic or zirconia crowns and teeth plastic surgery (recontouring).

Whitening

Whitening (or bleaching) at the dental practice can take place either in the dental chair in one session with the use of a light source (e.g. Laser), or at home with the use of personalized splints that have been made by the dentist or with a combination of the two aforementioned techniques. Each technique has its disadvantages, its advantages and its application indications. In some cases (e.g. discoloration due to medication) there is no way to change of the color of the teeth with a whitening (or bleaching) method; in this case other techniques that will cover the discolored teeth will be proposed to you (e.g. veneers). Particular attention is needed when commercial whitening preparations are used (from drugstores, telemarketing, etc.), which apart from being ineffective, they could also cause irreversible damage to the teeth and gums (sensitivity, burns, etc.). Our preference is the combination of whitening (bleaching) both at the dental clinic and at home.

Veneers

Veneers are thin “shells” of ceramic material of a thickness of 0.3-0.8 mm which adhere to the front surface of the teeth and can change their shape and color. They require slight tooth drilling and are the most conservative tooth restoration. They are practically indestructible in time, remain unaltered and with color stability. 3-4 visits to the clinic are required for their fabrication, of which the first two visits are exclusively dedicated to the study and design of the new smile – in cooperation with the patient – and the preparation of the temporary veneers which shall be placed in the mouth of the patient, so that they can better think what their preferences are, or even consult people around them, before they decide.

Resin veneers (bonding)

They are a very good and cost effective solution. They are built and adhere on already existing teeth, without the use of anesthesia, while any gaps or cracks are filled and any discoloration due to already existing fillings or root canal treatments is corrected, etc. The entire process can be completed in only one visit of a duration of one and a half to three hours. The great advantage of this technique, apart from the very little time it requires, is the fact that it costs almost 1/3 of the price of the veneers. There are also pre-fabricated resin veneers with a slightly higher cost. Of course they are not advisable to heavy smokers, because resin veneers absorb colorants in contrast with veneers.

In our clinic for the veneers we use the lithium desilicate IPS e.max of IVOCLAR.

All-ceramic crowns (caps)

They are crowns which are entirely made of porcelain without a metal core. Compared to conventional metal-ceramic crowns, they present the closest to nature visual behavior compared to natural teeth, resulting in the achievement of a high quality aesthetic result when they are used.

Teeth plastic surgery (recontouring)

In many cases that there are small abnormalities in the aesthetic zone, these can be corrected with the removal of minor sections of the enamel in order to achieve a change in the shape of the teeth and a better harmonization with your smile. It is completely safe and does not require anesthesia, however it can be applied in a few and strictly selected cases.

Zirconia

It is a natural material that practically substitutes the metal that exists in conventional porcelain crowns or bridges. It is a light-colored material with excellent visual behavior, which is very similar to a natural tooth. It is fabricated in our cooperating laboratories with the use of a CAD/CAM system, which means that the work is practically designed electronically on a computer by us and the laboratory, and is fabricated by cutting a zirconia block on the special lathe. There is no manual intervention, and thus we can achieve works with a perfect fit and of perfect aesthetics.

Resin/porcelain inlays-onlays

They are practically large “fillings” made of porcelain or resin which however are fabricated at the laboratory, which results to a greater durability and better aesthetics compared to the “fillings” that are made directly in the mouth. They are used for the restoration of extensive loss of tooth substance in posterior teeth and are more conservative works compared to crowns (caps), because they do not require the complete coverage of the tooth, only of the missing part. They consist the first choice in our dental offices regarding the restoration of posterior teeth, due to the slight cut-off of dental substance which is required compared to crowns.

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Periodontology

dent_adm — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 12:59:53 +0000

Conservative & Surgical periodontal treatments

The scientific directors of the department of periodontology of The DentalClinic are the periodontology specialists Alexandros Kaltsas and Iskas Achilleas. At the department, conservative and surgical periodontal treatments are provided. We have a particular specialization in soft and hard tissue regeneration techniques, which are deemed necessary both in pathology cases and in aesthetically demanding cases.

Contact us and make an appointment, for an individual examination by the specialized periodontists of The DentalClinic, in Thessaloniki.

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Orthodontics

dent_adm — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:55:12 +0000

Here at The Dental Clinic Greece we offer multiple orthodontic treatments that can help you get a more beautiful and even-looking smile. An Orthodontic treatment involves the use of appliances such as braces, clear aligners ( Invisalign ,CA® – ALIGNER) and retainers to move teeth and keep them in ideal alignment. The appliances put steady and gentle pressure on your teeth to help them move through the bone in your mouth. Orthodontics not only concerns children and teenagers. It is also strongly recommended for adults. In addition to the concern of dental alignment and smile design, it participates to a person’s oral hygiene and general health.

Especially in adults we begin the treatment with a digital impression using intraoral 3d scanners and then we create a bespoke treatment plan for straightening your teeth using Invisalign® or CA® – ALIGNER , that will show you the evolution of your smile , step by step. After showing you the treatment plan we will quote you the cost and the duration needed for your treatment and you will decide whether you want to proceed or not. In case you agree you will receive your orthodontic appliance and instructions for getting the most out of your treatment.

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