Oral and Dental Health

Oral, Maxillofacial and Facial Surgery

Jaw Joint (TME) Problems

• Jaw joint pains
• Locking when opening the mouth
• Sound coming from the joints
• Night plate applications
• Arthrosynthesis and surgical interventions
• Masseter botox

Aesthetic Dental Applications

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Zirconium Coatings

The substructure of traditional porcelain veneers is colored dark metal. When the gum is pulled, the reflection of the metal creates an unaesthetic image.
The substructure of zirconium coatings consists of white alloy, providing a natural look.

• Does not create an artificial image
• Does not cause change of smell and taste
• High compatibility with the gums

Laminates (Sheet Porcelain)

Laminates are sheet porcelain, which is glued to the front surface of the teeth with minimal abrasion.

• In those with tooth spacing
• When the desired color is not achieved with whitening
• It can be applied when you are not satisfied with the appearance of the tooth

Teeth Whitening

It is a safe procedure when carried out under the control of a physician.

• Caries and gum diseases must be treated in advance
• There are two methods, home type and office type
• Office-type whitening is applied in 2—3 sessions

Aesthetic Fillings

They are composite fillings and are hardened by halogen light.

• Long lasting
• Resistant to breakage
• Amalgam fillings can be replaced with aesthetic fillings in one session

Onley porcelain fillings:

• Applied in 2 sessions
• Prepared outside the mouth
• Better gum fit and polish

Gum Diseases and Bleeding Gums

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How to Get Healthy Gums

• In pink
• Hard consistency
• Bleedless

Red, swollen and bleeding gums are a sign of disease.

Causes of Bleeding Gums

• Bacterial plaque formation
• Tartar accumulation
• Inadequate oral care

If not treated:

• Gingival retraction
• Bone loss
• Tooth loss may occur

Situations where it occurs more often

• Pregnancy
• Diabetes
• Menstrual period
• Stress
• Use of medicines
• Bruxism
• Inadequate oral care

Toothstone Cleaning and Gum Treatment

• It is made with ultrasonic devices and special brushes
• Curettage or surgical gingival procedures are performed if necessary
• If there is bruxism, it must necessarily be treated

Tartar cleaning does not discolor the teeth, it only removes external stains.
To lighten the tooth color, whitening is required.

Porcelain Laminate (Detailed)

• Applied with 0.5—1 mm etching
• Can also be applied without etching in some patients

Preferred Situations

• Disorders of shape and form
• Tooth color that does not open with whitening
• Broken and worn teeth
• Interdental spaces

Considerations

• Not preferred in advanced jaw disorders
• Eating nails is risky in those who have a pencil-biting habit
• Toothpicks must necessarily be done at night

Pedodontics (Pediatric Dentistry)

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It takes care of the oral and dental health of children aged 0—13 years.

Protective Applications

• Dental examination and follow-up
• Fluorine applications
• Fissure sealer
• Oral and dental health education

Therapeutic Procedures

• Milk and permanent dental fillings
• Canal treatments
• Tooth extractions

Trauma Treatments

• Broken teeth
• Dislocated teeth
• Post-traumatic follow-up

Placeholder and Preventive Applications

• Placeholders in early tooth loss
• Orthodontic referrals

Behavior Management

• Children with fear of the dentist
• Children with special needs
• General anesthesia if necessary

Denture Treatments

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Actions made

1. Smile design
2. Teeth whitening
3. Porcelain veneer
4. Zirconium plating
5. Empress veneer
6. Implant-mounted prostheses
7. All-on-four implant technique
8. Lamina
9. Aesthetic filling — bonding
10. Full and partial dentures
11. Dentures with sensitive retainers

Lack of Teeth and Movable Dentures

• Bone melting and gum disease lead to tooth loss
• Movable dentures are applied in cases where implantation cannot be performed

Movable Denture Care

• It should be taken out of the mouth while resting
• It must be soaked in water
• It must be cleaned with special brushes
• Soap should be used instead of paste
• Preference should be given to cleansing tablets

Duration of Use and Effects

• Chewing may become difficult
• Face height may decrease
• Bad breath may occur

Orthodontics (Braces and Clear Plaque)

Examination and Diagnosis

• Intraoral examination
• X-rays
• Photo and measurement models

Fixed Orthodontic Treatments

• Metal Brackets
• Ceramic (transparent) brackets
• Lingual orthodontics

Transparent Plaque Treatments

• Pluggable and removable
• Aesthetic and comfortable
• Changed every 7—14 days

Jaw Development and Functional Treatments

• Chin orientation in children
• Movable appliances
• Expansion Apparatus

Dental Extractions for Orthodontic Purposes

• Shortness of space
• For profile aesthetics

Orthodontics — Surgical Collaboration

• Disorders of the advanced jaw
• Orthognathic surgery + wire therapy

Reinforcement (Retention)

• Sickle retainer
• Transparent reinforcement plates
• At least 2 years, in some cases for life