Dental Frequently Asked Questions

Prophylaxis cleaning, commonly known as a dental prophylaxis or professional teeth cleaning, is a preventive dental procedure performed by a dental hygienist to remove plaque, tartar, and stains from the teeth.

Direct pulp capping is a dental procedure where a medicated material is placed directly onto an exposed or nearly exposed pulp (the innermost part of the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels) to promote healing and preserve the vitality of the pulp.

Indirect pulp capping is a dental procedure performed when the pulp of a tooth is not fully exposed but is at risk of being exposed due to decay or trauma. The goal of indirect pulp capping is to preserve pulp vitality by leaving a layer of affected dentin to protect the pulp and stimulate the formation of a dentin bridge.

The recementation of a dental bridge is a procedure that involves reattaching a bridge that has become loose or detached. This is typically done using dental cement or adhesive.

The recementation of a dental crown is a procedure that involves reattaching a crown that has become loose or detached. This is typically done using dental cement or adhesive.

An anterior root canal is a dental procedure performed on the front teeth, which include the incisors and canines. It involves removing the damaged or infected pulp (inner tissue) from the tooth’s root canals and then sealing the space to prevent further infection.

A Root Canal Bicuspid is a dental procedure that involves removing the pulp of a tooth when it becomes infected or damaged. The pulp is the innermost part of the tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue.

A Root Canal, Molar is a dental procedure that involves removing the pulp (the soft inner tissue) of a tooth when it becomes infected or damaged. The pulp chamber and root canals are cleaned, disinfected, and sealed to prevent further infection.

Scaling and root planing (SRP) is a common dental procedure used to treat gum disease (periodontitis). It involves cleaning the teeth below the gumline to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria that can contribute to gum inflammation and infection.

A simple tooth extraction is a common dental procedure performed to remove a tooth that is visible in the mouth and is not complicated. Local anesthesia is typically used to numb the area around the tooth to ensure the patient’s comfort during the procedure.