Samar Dental Solutions
We want to protect, restore, and enhance your oral health
1313 NE 125 St North Miami, Fl. 33161
786-332-4500
Frequently asked questions about the most common procedures
X-rays
Dental X-rays are recommended every one to three years, depending on the patient's age and health. However, dental x-rays are often part of a complete dental exam. This is especially true if it is the patient's first visit to a particular dentist. Dental X-rays reveal more information that an oral exam alone cannot, such as bone loss in the jaw, impacted teeth, etc.
Oral Examination
An oral examination, along with dental x-rays, is used to determine if there are any oral health concerns that need to be addressed. Among other things, the dentist will check for weakened tooth enamel, cavities, signs of bruxism, fractured teeth, deep gum pockets, and gum erosion.
Screening for signs of oral cancer
Dentists typically check for signs of oral cancer during a complete dental exam. In addition to the routine oral exam, they may check all areas of the face, neck, gums, etc. If any problems are found, they may recommend a full oral cancer screening.
Comprehensive Dental Exam
If it has been more than six months since your last dental exam, call our dental team today to schedule a visit. A complete dental exam is a great way to determine if any oral health concerns need to be addressed and to prevent the need for more extensive treatment in the future.
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Follow-up Recommendation
After the complete dental examination, the dentist can make a treatment recommendation. For patients in good oral health, this may mean scheduling a follow-up visit four to six months later. For patients who need to address specific oral care or cosmetic issues, the follow-up visit and treatment may be earlier.Schedule a C
Deep cleaning
Deep cleaning removes plaque from areas of the teeth below the gumline to help reduce the gap between the teeth and gums caused by gum disease. The procedure is different from regular scaling or polishing, where your dentist removes plaque from above the gumline.
What is gum disease?
Gums are the tissues that surround and hold your teeth in place. Gum disease is an infection of these tissues. Your dentist may call it periodontal disease or periodontitis.
Gum disease begins when bacteria grow in your mouth. Bacteria build up when you don't brush or floss your teeth well enough. Without treatment, gum disease can cause swelling, redness, pain, and tooth loss.
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Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis
Gingivitis is swelling, redness, and bleeding in the part of your gums that surround your teeth. It's a milder form of gum disease that can lead to periodontitis if left untreated.
our gums, causing gingivitis.
Scaling and root planing
Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning below the gumline to treat gum disease. Gum disease is caused by a sticky film of bacteria called plaque. Plaque forms on your teeth all the time, but if you don't clean them well, the bacteria in the plaque can cause your gums to become inflamed. When this happens, your gums pull away from your teeth and form spaces called pockets. Plaque then gets trapped in these pockets and cannot be removed with regular brushing. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to bone and tooth loss.
Filling
A filling is used to treat a small hole, or cavity, in a tooth. To repair a cavity, a dentist removes the decayed tooth tissue and then fills the space with a filling material.
Dental Crown
A dental crown is a cap or covering for an existing tooth. It can improve the appearance of a decayed or broken tooth and make it stronger. Crowns can be made of porcelain, zirconium, gold alloy, or a combination of porcelain and metal.
Dental implants
Dental implants are medical devices that are surgically placed in the jaw to restore a person's chewing ability or appearance. They provide support for artificial (false) teeth, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures.
Dental Bridge
Dental bridges bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. A bridge consists of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap (these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutments) and one or more false teeth in between.
Partial Dentures:
Partial dentures can help a patient who has few remaining teeth. Partial dentures may be removable or fixed. Removable dentures are held in place by a metal framework and clasps. Fixed partial dentures are also known as dental bridges.
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Tooth Extraction
A tooth extraction is a dental procedure in which your tooth is completely removed from its socket. It is sometimes referred to as "pulling" a tooth. Healthcare professionals prefer to save natural teeth whenever possible. But sometimes other restorative methods - such as fillings or crowns - aren't enough. If your tooth is damaged beyond repair, it may need to be removed.
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Root Canal
A root canal is performed when the endodontist removes the infected pulp and nerve in the root of the tooth, cleans and shapes the inside of the root canal, and then fills and seals the space. Your dentist will then place a crown on the tooth to protect it and restore its original function.
Dental Braces
Braces can correct a variety of dental problems, including crooked, spaced, rotated, or crowded teeth. There are several types of braces, including traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, and clear aligners like Invisalign®. Braces can improve the health, function and appearance of your smile.
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What types of braces are there?
There are several types of braces. The type that's best for you depends on several factors, including the type of problem you have, the severity of your condition, and your personal preferences.
Metal braces
When you think of braces, you may picture traditional metal braces. Metal braces use stainless steel bands, brackets, and wires to gently move your teeth over time.
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Clear Braces
Clear braces - work the same way as metal braces. The main difference is that the brackets, wires, and ligatures are tooth-colored so they blend in with your smile. Ceramic braces are still visible, but they're less noticeable. A disadvantage of ceramic braces is that they're more fragile than metal braces, so they're more likely to break.
Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are similar to traditional braces. But they attach to the back of your teeth instead of the front. Most people who choose lingual braces do so because they don't want other people to see that they have braces.
Self-Ligating Braces
Self-ligating braces look similar to traditional metal braces. The main difference is that instead of ligatures (tiny rubber bands), self-ligating braces use a built-in system to hold the arch wire in place.
Invisalign aligners
Invisalign are invisible braces," clear aligners are an alternative to braces. Instead of brackets and wires, clear aligners
Mouthguard
A mouthguard, also known as a gumshield, mouthguard, or mouth guard, is a device that covers the teeth and surrounding mucosa to prevent or reduce trauma to the teeth, gums, lips, and jaws.
Cosmetic contouring (also known as Odontoplasty)
Is a simple procedure in which a portion of your tooth enamel is shaped to change the shape of your tooth(s). The goal of cosmetic contouring is to improve the appearance and aesthetics; length, size, and shape of your teeth to enhance your smile
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials that cover the front surface of teeth to change their appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth, changing their color, shape, size, or length.
Types of Veneers
Veneers can be made of porcelain or composite resin. You can discuss the best choice of veneer material for you with your dentist.
Lumineers vs. Veneers
Lumineers are a type of porcelain veneer that is much thinner and less durable than traditional veneers.
They may need to be replaced more often than regular veneers. Unlike other types, lumineers don't require much (if any) preparation. Other types of veneers require the dentist to remove some of the enamel on the front of your teeth
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening refers to a procedure designed to make a person's natural teeth appear brighter and whiter. Teeth whitening methods include stain removal, bleaching, and ultraviolet (UV) light therapy.
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