What is prosthetic dental treatment?
Prosthetic dental treatment covers treating missing, lost, or severely damaged teeth with prostheses in order to restore function, aesthetics, and speech.
Who can receive prosthetic treatment?
Any patient with missing teeth, impaired chewing function, or aesthetic concerns can be evaluated for prosthetic dental treatment.
What is a fixed prosthesis?
Fixed prostheses (crowns and bridges) are prostheses that cannot be removed by the patient and are fixed onto teeth or implants.
What is a removable prosthesis?
Removable prostheses are prostheses that the patient can put in and take out themselves, used for partial or complete tooth loss.
What is an implant-supported prosthesis?
Implant-supported prostheses are made on top of implants placed in the jawbone and provide a natural tooth feel.
Is prosthetic treatment painful?
The treatment process is generally painless. Local anesthesia is applied when necessary, and no pain is felt during the procedure.
How long does it take to make prostheses?
Treatment time varies depending on the type of prosthesis and the structure of the mouth. It is usually completed within a few sessions.
How should prostheses be cared for?
Daily oral care should not be neglected.
Removable prostheses should be cleaned every day.
Regular dental checkups should be performed.
How long can prostheses be used?
With proper care and regular checkups, prostheses can be used for many years without problems.
Do prostheses look natural?
Yes. Thanks to modern materials and techniques, prostheses look very close to natural teeth.
What should be paid attention to while using a prosthesis?
Hard and sticky foods should be avoided in the first days, and the dentist's recommendations should be followed.