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Tooth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the colour of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.

Teeth naturally darken as we age. Over time the cumulative effects of coffee, tea, and smoking may result in teeth which are unacceptably dark.

Dr Zaidah Razack uses the “Opalescence” home bleach system using custom made bleach trays.

The gradual approach of nightly home applications avoids the need for the aggressive chemicals used in more rapid bleaching systems including many light activated techniques.

An appreciable colour change is usually seem after four or five nightly applications, depending on the case.

Tooth whitening is not permanent. A touch-up maybe needed every several years, and more often if you smoke, drink coffee, tea, or wine.

It is normal to experience tooth sensitivity during the time you are whitening your teeth, but it will subside shortly after you have stopped bleaching.

You will receive care instructions for your teeth and trays, and be encouraged to visit your dentist regularly to help maintain a beautiful, healthy, white smile.

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It’s great news that the incidence of tooth decay has significantly diminished over the years due to the use of fluorides and an increase in patient awareness. However, teeth are still susceptible to decay, infection, and breakage and sometimes need to be restored back to health.
Through improved techniques and modern technology, we are now able to offer more options for restoring a tooth back to its normal shape, appearance and function.
Should your teeth ever require a restorative treatment, you can rest assured knowing we will always discuss with you the available options, and recommend what we believe to be the most comfortable and least invasive treatment.

Providing you with excellent care is our number one priority when creating your beautiful smile.

Remember to give your teeth the attention they need today!

A composite (tooth coloured) filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc.  The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling.

There are many types of filling materials available, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. You and your dentist can discuss the best options for restoring your teeth. Composite fillings, along with silver amalgam fillings, are the most widely used today.

Because composite fillings are tooth coloured, they can be closely matched to the colour of existing teeth, and are more aesthetically suited for use in front teeth or the more visible areas of the teeth.

As with most dental restorations, composite fillings are not permanent and may someday have to be replaced.  They are very durable, and will last many years, giving you a long lasting, beautiful smile.

Reasons for composite fillings:

• Chipped teeth.
• Closing space between two teeth.
• Cracked or broken teeth.
• Decayed teeth.
• Worn teeth.

How are composite fillings placed?

Composite fillings are usually placed in one appointment. While the tooth is numb, your dentist will remove decay as necessary. The space will then be thoroughly cleaned and carefully prepared before the new filling is placed.

If the decay was near the nerve of the tooth, a special medication will be applied for added protection. The composite filling will then be precisely placed, shaped, and polished, restoring your tooth to its original shape and function.

It is normal to experience sensitivity to hot and cold when composite fillings are first placed, however this will subside shortly after your tooth acclimates to the new filling.

You will be given care instructions at the conclusion of your treatment. Good oral hygiene practices, eating habits, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new fillings.

Toothache is one of the worst pains that one can experience. The best that one can do to avoid toothache in the first place is by good oral hygiene, advice which Dr Zaidah Razack will recommend.

Are there alternatives to root canal? Yes – extraction of the tooth! So if you have severe toothache and you want to keep your tooth, then root canal is the way to go.

Many patients believe that removing a tooth that has problems is the solution, but what is not realized is that extracting (pulling) a tooth will ultimately be more costly and cause significant problems for adjacent teeth.

Root canal treatment is highly successful and usually lasts a lifetime, although on occasion, a tooth will have to be retreated due to new infections.

Signs and symptoms for possible root canal therapy:

• An abscess (or pimple) on the gums.
• Sensitivity to hot and cold.
• Severe toothache pain.
• Sometimes no symptoms are present.
• Swelling and/or tenderness.

Reasons for root canal therapy:

• Decay has reached the tooth pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth).
• Infection or abscess have developed inside the tooth or at the root tip.
• Injury or trauma to the tooth.

What does root canal therapy involve?

While the tooth is numb,an access opening is made on top of the tooth and a series of root canal files are placed into the opening, one at a time, removing the pulp, nerve tissue, and bacteria.  If tooth decay is present, it will also be removed with special dental instruments.

Once the tooth is thoroughly cleaned, it will be sealed with either a permanent filling or, if additional appointments are needed, a temporary filling will be placed.

At the next appointment, usually a week later, the roots and the inside cavity of the tooth will be filled and sealed with special dental materials.  A filling will be placed to cover the opening on top of the tooth.

In addition, all teeth that have root canal treatment should have a crown (cap) placed.  This will protect the tooth and prevent it from breaking, and restore it to its full function.

After treatment, your tooth may still be sensitive, but this will subside as the inflammation diminishes and the tooth has healed.

You will be given care instructions after each appointment.  Good oral hygiene practices and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your root canal treatment.

Wisdom teeth are third molars that are way in the back of the mouth. Wisdom teeth are often not able to emerge normally and instead become impacted or trapped within your jaw.

Nevertheless, you may never experience problems with your wisdom teeth, as they may emerge normally.

Symptoms

 Common signs and symptoms of impacted wisdom teeth include:

• Pain or tenderness around your gums
• Swelling around your jaw
• Red or swollen gums around the impacted tooth
• Jaw pain
• Bad breath
• Unpleasant taste when biting down on or near the area
• Prolonged headache or jaw ache

Complications

Impacted wisdom teeth that are not removed can cause numerous problems. These problems include:

• Gum disease: bacteria and food can become trapped under a flap of gum that can grow over wisdom teeth, creating infections (pericoronitis).
• Crowding: A wisdom tooth can push on other teeth, damaging them or moving them out of position.
• Decay: Because they are hard to reach, wisdom teeth are difficult to clean, making them vulnerable to decay.
• Cysts: The crown of a wisdom tooth grows in a sac. If the sac remains in the jawbone, it can fill with fluid, forming a cyst that can damage the jawbone, teeth and nerves. Very rarely a tumour, usually benign, may develop, which may require removal of tissue and bone.

 Extraction of wisdom teeth can be done in Dr Zaidah Razack’s surgery under local anaesthesia or in theatre under general anaesthesia.