Do you have gaps in between your teeth? Dental gaps can be due to few reasons. One, the size of the teeth are relatively smaller compared to the jaw, hence the teeth are spread out. Two, low attachment of the front center frenulum (extended small…
This is Ms. Z’s right lateral incisor. She wasn’t happy with the shape of it. After completed her orthodontic journey with Dr. Shanaz, Dr. Shanaz and I suggested few cosmetic treatment for her to consider. One of it was composite veneer because it is painless,…
Yes, it was a freaking moment for Mr Azrul when he broke one of his front tooth. It happened in the middle of last Ramadhan and he was so scared thinking the worst scenario, that is nothing can be done to save the tooth.
Upon check up and history taking, only 1/3 of natural tooth structure left and I suspected that the tooth is a dead or non vital tooth. The tooth was filled few years back and now the filling has dislodged.
When I told Mr Azrul that the tooth is definitely restorable, he sighed in relief. I proposed root canal treatment followed by composite build up (temporary permanent) or crown. Mr Azrul requested me to just do composite build up/filling for now and he promised will come back later for the root canal treatment.
I did as requested by Mr Azrul. It was composite build up with 1 restorative pin placed for added support and strength. It took me around 45 minutes to complete the treatment.
Mr Azrul smiled in relief seeing his new ‘tooth’ for the first time. He thanked me and I reminded him to make an appointment and come back for root canal treatment.
Dr Nik (nik@drfauziah.com)
Aidilfitri is a significant festival celebrated by all muslims throughout the world. The conclusion of Ramadhan month is marked by celebrating Aidilfitri. Generally, celebrating Aidilfitri around the world is associated with good food, wearing new clothes and visiting our relatives and family members that we…
Are you one of those people who had been wearing denture for quite sometime? Or are you conscious with your smile, afraid that the denture might come out when you’re talking or laughing? Are you looking for a permanent solution? Well, that is what my…