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An occlusal splint is a special kind of mouth guard that can help you protect your teeth and jaw from the effects of grinding or clenching. It is made of a hard material that fits over your upper teeth and creates a barrier between them. An occlusal splint can also help you relax your jaw muscles and reduce any pain or discomfort you may have in your face, head, or neck.

An occlusal splint is custom-made for you by your dentist, who will take digital impressions of your teeth and send them to a dental laboratory. The dental laboratory will then create a splint that matches the shape and size of your teeth and jaw. Your dentist will then adjust the splint to make sure it fits comfortably and securely in your mouth.

An occlusal splint can be worn at night or during the day, depending on your needs and preferences. It is easy to clean and maintain, and you can take it out whenever you want to eat, drink, or brush your teeth. An occlusal splint can last for several years if you take good care of it.

An occlusal splint can help you improve your oral health and well-being by preventing further damage to your teeth and jaw from grinding or clenching. It can also help you sleep better, feel more relaxed, and enjoy a more confident smile. If you are interested in getting an occlusal splint, you should talk to your dentist who can advise you on the best option for you.

Dental trauma is a term that describes any injury to the mouth, including the teeth, gums, tongue, lips, and jawbones. Dental trauma can be caused by various factors, such as falls, accidents, sports, or biting on hard objects. Dental trauma can result in different types of damage, such as:

• Broken or chipped teeth: This occurs when a part of the tooth enamel or dentine is cracked or fractured. This can expose the nerve of the tooth and cause pain, sensitivity, or infection. Broken or chipped teeth can be repaired by dental fillings, crowns, or veneers.
• Dislodged or displaced teeth: This occurs when a tooth is pushed out of its normal position or partially knocked out of its socket. This can damage the blood vessels and nerves that supply the tooth and cause inflammation, bleeding, or necrosis. Dislodged or displaced teeth can be repositioned and stabilized by a dentist or an endodontist.
• Avulsed or lost teeth: This occurs when a tooth is completely knocked out of its socket and separated from its blood supply. This can cause severe pain, bleeding, and infection. If your tooth is knocked out or avulsed, gently hold it by the crown, DO NOT clean it in water, this will damage the ligament, INSTEAD, rinse it in saliva or cows milk WITHOUT scrubbing the root surface, and put the root of the tooth back into your gum (re-implant) as soon as possible, try to line up the tooth how it was before it fell out. Do not re-implant avulsed baby teeth as it may damage the underlying adult tooth. Visit your dentist ASAP (less than an hour),  time is critical in this situation. If you can't re-implant the tooth yourself, store it in milk or saliva (no water, DO NOT SCRUB the tooth), and take it with you to the nearest dentist. Make sure to tell them exactly what happened and if they are unable to fit you in, ask the receptionist to speak to the dentist.  
• Soft tissue injuries: This occurs when the lips, tongue, cheeks, or gums are cut, bruised, or torn by the teeth or foreign objects. This can cause pain, swelling, bleeding, or infection. Soft tissue injuries can be treated by rinsing the mouth with salt water, applying pressure to stop the bleeding, and using antiseptic mouthwash or gel. Your dentist or doctor  may need to place sutures (stitches) to repair the damaged soft tissues.

Dental trauma can have serious consequences for your oral health and appearance if left untreated. Therefore, it is important to seek immediate dental care if you experience any dental trauma. You can also prevent dental trauma by wearing a mouthguard when playing sports, avoiding biting on hard objects, and practicing good oral hygiene.

A dental crown or bridge is a wonderful way to restore your smile and your confidence. A dental crown or bridge is a type of prosthetic device that can replace missing or damaged teeth and improve their appearance and function. A dental crown or bridge is made of durable and natural-looking material, such as zirconia or lithium disilicate ceramic, gold and/or porcelain, and is custom-made for you by your dentist.

A dental crown is a cap that covers the entire visible part of a tooth. It can be used to protect a weak or decayed tooth, repair a cracked, broken or chipped tooth, cover a large filling or root canal treatment, or enhance the shape, size, or color of a tooth. A dental crown can also be attached to a dental implant to replace a missing tooth.

A dental bridge is a device that fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth. It consists of one or more artificial teeth, called pontics, that are supported by crowns on the adjacent teeth, called abutments. A dental bridge can also be supported by dental implants instead of natural teeth. A dental bridge can help you restore your bite, speech, and chewing ability, prevent your remaining teeth from shifting, and maintain your facial shape.

Getting a dental crown or bridge is a simple and relatively painless process that usually takes two visits to your dentist. On the first visit, your dentist will prepare your tooth or teeth by removing some enamel and scanning digital impressions of your mouth. Your dentist will then send the impressions to a dental laboratory where your crown or bridge will be made. Your dentist will also place a temporary acrylic crown or bridge on your tooth or teeth to protect them until the next visit. On the second visit, your dentist will remove the temporary crown or bridge and cement the permanent one onto your tooth or teeth. Your dentist will then check the fit and appearance of your crown or bridge and make any necessary adjustments.

A dental crown or bridge can last for many years if you take good care of it. You should brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, and visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings. You should also avoid biting on hard objects, such as ice, nuts, or pens, and limit your intake of sugary and acidic foods and drinks.

If you are interested in getting a dental crown or bridge, you should talk to your dentist who can advise you on the best option for you. 

 Wisdom teeth extractions are a common and safe procedure that can help you prevent or treat problems with your third molars. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt in your mouth, usually between the ages of 17 and 25. Sometimes, they can grow normally and cause no issues, but other times, they can be impacted, infected, or misaligned, and cause pain, swelling, decay, or damage to your other teeth or gums.

Wisdom teeth extractions are performed by a dentist or an oral surgeon who will examine your mouth and take radiographs to determine the best course of action for you. Depending on your case, you may need to have one, several, or all four of your wisdom teeth removed. The procedure can be done under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on your preference and medical conditions.

Wisdom teeth extractions are usually done in one visit and take about an hour or less. The dentist or oral surgeon will make a small incision in your gum and gently remove the tooth or teeth. They will then clean the area and stitch the wound if necessary. You will be given gauze pads to bite on to stop the bleeding and instructions on how to care for your mouth after the surgery.

Wisdom teeth extractions can help you improve your oral health and comfort by eliminating the source of your problems and preventing future complications. You may experience some soreness, swelling, or bruising after the surgery, but these will subside within a few days to weeks. You can manage pain or discomfort with pain medicine and ice packs. You should also avoid eating hot, hard or sticky foods, smoking, drinking alcohol, or rinsing your mouth vigorously for the first 24 hours. You should also brush your teeth gently around the extraction site.

If you are interested in wisdom teeth extractions, book an appointment with Dr Winston Lee, who can advise you on the best option for you.

Dental implants are a wonderful way to replace missing teeth and restore your smile and your confidence. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically inserted into your jawbone. They can support one or more artificial teeth, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures. Dental implants are made of titanium, a biocompatible metal that can fuse with your bone and create a strong and stable foundation for your new teeth.

Dental implants have many advantages over other tooth replacement options, such as:

• They look, feel, and function like natural teeth. They can improve your appearance, speech, and chewing ability.
• They are durable and long-lasting. They can last for many years or even a lifetime with proper care and maintenance.
• They are safe and comfortable. They do not cause any damage or irritation to your surrounding teeth or gums.

Getting dental implants is a relatively simple and painless process that usually takes several months to complete. The process involves three main steps:

• Consultation and planning: Your dentist will examine your mouth and take x-rays or scans of your jawbone. They will then design a personalized treatment plan for you and discuss the costs, benefits, and risks of the procedure.
• Surgery: Your dentist will numb your mouth with a local anesthetic. They will then make a small incision in your gum and drill a hole in your jawbone. They will then insert the implant into the hole and stitch the gum back. You will need to wait for several weeks or months for the implant to heal and integrate with your bone.
• Restoration: Your dentist will attach an abutment, which is a connector that holds the artificial tooth, to the implant. They will then take impressions of your mouth and create a custom-made crown, bridge, or denture that matches the shape, size, and colour of your natural teeth. They will then fix the artificial tooth to the abutment and check the fit and appearance of your new smile.

Dental implants can help you improve your oral health and well-being by replacing missing teeth and enhancing your smile. You may experience some swelling, bruising, or discomfort after the surgery, but these will subside within a few days. You can manage any pain or discomfort with pain medicine or ice packs. You should also avoid eating hard or hot foods, smoking, drinking alcohol, or rinsing your mouth vigorously for the first 24 hours. You should also brush your teeth gently and floss carefully around the implant site.

If you are interested in getting dental implants, you should talk to Dr Winston Lee who can advise you on the best option for you. 

Endodontic therapy is a dental procedure that deals with the inside of the tooth. It can be performed to repair or replace damaged or diseased tooth pulp, which is the tissue in your teeth that contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. This condition can lead to pain, infection, bone loss, and even tooth loss.

Endodontic therapy involves the following steps:

• Cleaning the root canal: The dentist makes a small hole in the tooth and removes the infected or dead pulp tissue with small files and irrigation solutions.
• Filling the root canal: The dentist shapes and disinfects the hollow space inside the tooth and fills it with a rubber-like material called gutta percha. The dentist may also insert a small support into the root canals to strengthen the tooth.
• Adding a crown or filling: The dentist seals the tooth with a temporary or permanent filling or crown to protect it from further damage and restore its function and appearance.

Endodontic therapy can save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted. It can also relieve pain, prevent complications, and improve your oral health and smile. Endodontic therapy is usually done under local anesthesia and is not more painful than a normal filling. However, some discomfort or sensitivity may occur after the treatment, which can be managed with painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs.

 Dentures are a beautiful way to replace missing teeth and restore your smile and your confidence. Dentures are removable prosthetic devices that can replace some or all of your natural teeth and gums. Dentures can help you improve your appearance, speech, and chewing ability, as well as support your facial muscles and prevent sagging.

There are different types of dentures available, such as:

• Complete dentures: These are dentures that replace all of your teeth in the upper or lower jaw. They are made of acrylic resin and can be attached to your gums by suction or adhesive. They can be conventional or immediate, depending on when they are placed after your teeth are extracted.
• Partial dentures: These are dentures that replace one or more missing teeth in the same arch. They are made of acrylic resin, metal, or nylon and can be attached to your remaining teeth by clasps or precision attachments. They can fill the gaps in your smile and prevent your other teeth from shifting.
• Implant-supported dentures: These are dentures that are anchored to your jawbone by dental implants. They are more stable, secure, and comfortable than conventional dentures, but they also require more surgery and cost more. They can be fixed or removable, depending on the type of attachment.

Getting dentures is a simple and painless process that usually takes several weeks to complete. The process involves four main steps:

• Consultation and evaluation: Your dentist will examine your mouth and take x-rays or impressions of your teeth and gums. They will then discuss the best option for you and explain the costs, benefits, and risks of the procedure.
• Preparation and extraction: Your dentist may prepare your mouth for the dentures by removing any decayed or damaged teeth and treating any gum disease or infection. They might make a temporary denture for you to wear while your gums heal.
• Fitting and adjustment: Your dentist will try on the final denture in your mouth and check the fit, appearance, and function. They will then make any necessary adjustments to ensure your comfort and satisfaction.
• Follow-up and maintenance: Your dentist will give you instructions on how to care for your dentures and your mouth after the procedure. You will need to visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings, as well as for any repairs or relines that may be needed over time.

Dentures can help you enjoy a healthy and beautiful smile that you will love for years to come. You may experience some soreness, swelling, or difficulty speaking or eating after getting dentures, but these will subside within a few weeks. 

You should also brush your dentures daily with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a non-abrasive denture cleaner, soak them overnight in water or a denture solution, and rinse them before putting them back in your mouth.

If you are interested in getting dentures, you should talk to your dentist who can advise you on the best option for you.

• TMJD can turn your jaw joint into a grumpy old troll. It causes pain, stiffness, and sometimes even locking of the jaw. Not fun, right? Well, enter Dysport —the friendly neighborhood muscle relaxant.
• Dysport injections into the jaw muscles can calm them down. Think of it as a spa day for those overworked jaw muscles. They loosen up, take a deep breath, and say, “Ahh, that’s better!” Pain relief achieved!

• Dysport is like a wrinkle whisperer. Those pesky lines—crow’s feet, forehead furrows, and the infamous “elevens” between the brows—meet their match.
• How? Dysport temporarily paralyzes the muscles responsible for those wrinkles. Voilà! Smooth skin without the drama

• You know that smile where your gums steal the show? It’s cute, but sometimes we want more teeth, less gums. Dysport to the rescue!
• By injecting Dysport into the upper lip muscles, we tone them down. Result? Your smile reveals more teeth, less gum. Picture-perfect!