Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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We provide a range of dental services including dental check-ups, scaling and polishing, fillings, tooth extractions, wisdom tooth assessment, root canal treatment, crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, teeth whitening, veneers, braces or aligner consultation, and children’s dentistry.
Scaling is usually not painful, although some patients may feel mild sensitivity, especially if they have gum inflammation or sensitive teeth. If needed, we can adjust the treatment to make you more comfortable.
Most people should visit the dentist every six months for a check-up and cleaning. Some patients with gum disease, frequent cavities, braces, or medical conditions may need more regular visits.
Yes. Bad breath can be caused by plaque, tartar, gum disease, tooth decay, dry mouth, or trapped food around teeth. A dental examination can help identify the cause and recommend the right treatment.
Tooth sensitivity can be caused by exposed dentine, gum recession, tooth decay, cracked teeth, worn fillings, teeth grinding, or recent dental treatment. If sensitivity persists, it is best to have it checked by a dentist.
Common signs of a cavity include toothache, sensitivity to sweet or cold drinks, food getting stuck, visible holes, brown or black spots, or pain when biting. Sometimes cavities have no symptoms, which is why regular dental check-ups are important.
A dental filling can last for many years with good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups. Its lifespan depends on the size of the filling, biting forces, diet, oral care, and whether the patient grinds their teeth.
After tooth extraction, avoid smoking, spitting forcefully, using a straw, drinking alcohol, and eating hard or hot foods for the first 24 hours. Follow your dentist’s instructions to help the blood clot form and support healing.
Root canal treatment is done under local anaesthetic, so it should not be painful during the procedure. Some mild discomfort after treatment is possible and usually improves with time.
You may need root canal treatment if you have severe toothache, lingering pain to hot or cold, pain when biting, swelling, gum pimples, or deep decay reaching the nerve. A dentist will confirm this with an examination and X-ray.
Teeth can become yellow due to natural ageing, coffee, tea, smoking, certain foods, poor oral hygiene, or enamel thinning. A dental check-up can determine whether cleaning, whitening, or other treatment is more suitable.
Treatment time varies depending on the complexity of the case. Some mild cases may take several months, while more complex cases may take one to two years or longer. A proper assessment is needed for a more accurate estimate.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss regularly, reduce sugary snacks and drinks, drink water, and visit the dentist for regular check-ups and cleaning. Children may also benefit from fluoride treatment or fissure sealants where suitable.
Dental Implants procedure are done under local anaesthesia. So it shouldn't be any pain during the implant procedure. At WS Dental we will ensure patient is at their most comfortable condition before starting any dental implant procedure.
