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Welcome to Dr. Zarekari's Patient Education Center. The
information presented is intended to educate the general public on common dental topics.
Many dental terms are commonly seen and heard in the print and broadcast media; as well as
in our daily conversations. However, many people do not completely understand these dental
terms unless they have had first hand experience with them at their dentist's office.
This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used
for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for a professional dental exam and consultation (no
matter how much you hate going to the dentist). Each case will vary depending on the needs
and concerns of each individual. We hope that this information will provide you with some
basic dental knowledge so that you and your dentist can devise a plan to keep your smile
healthy and looking great.
Prevention
And early detection
are key in avoiding costly and painful dental treatment. Prevention begins with the
control of plaque and calculus, the main cause of decay and gum disease.
Periodontal
Disease
Is the major cause
of tooth loss in adults. Because early periodontal disease is painless and shows few
symptoms, patients are often unaware that there is a problem. For this reason, regular
dental visits are essential for the early diagnosis and treatment of gum disease.
Restoring Damaged Teeth
Unfortunately, teeth
damaged by decay or injury will not heal like most other tissues in the body. They require
an artificial material to replace and restore the damaged tooth structure.
Root
Canal Therapy
If a tooth's pulp
(nerve and blood supply) become infected or inflamed, root canal treatment is often the
only way to save the tooth.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Through advances in
modern dental materials and techniques; the shape, color, and alignment of your teeth can
be improved to give you the smile you've always wanted.
Dentures
Many people believe
that once they have dentures, they no longer need regular dental care because they don't
have any teeth. Denture wearers require regular check ups and maintenance to ensure their
health, comfort, and appearance.
Implants
For people who have
lost teeth, implants provide artificial teeth that look more natural and feel more secure.
Implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth or support a bridge, full dentures
or partial dentures.
Removal
of Teeth
(Extraction)
The goal of modern
dentistry is to prevent tooth loss; however, there are situations in which extraction is
the only course of treatment.
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