Pre Surgery Information
Crowns/Bridges
There are potential risks associated with crown / bridge treatment. These include:
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Post operative sensitivity
Irreversible pulpitis/pulp necrosis
Tooth fracture
Crown/bridge fracture
Crown/bridge dislodgement
Secondary caries/decay
Periodontal disease
Unsatisfactory lab work
Restricted mouth opening
No warranty or guarantee of 100% success is assured for the procedure.
Root Canal Treatment
There are potential risks associated with root canal treatment:
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Definite diagnosis can be difficult
Post operative discomfort or sensitivity
Post operative swelling/infection
Restricted mouth opening
Poor healing response
Additional treatment may be required
Premature tooth loss
Braces
There are potential risks associated with orthodontic treatment which include:
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Enamel decalcification
Periodontal disease
Root resorption
Loss of tooth vitality
Relapse after treatment
Change in occlusion
The success of orthodontic treatment depends on
a) Keeping all appointments as scheduled
b) Following all instructions on the care and usage of orthodontic appliances
c) Maintaining good oral hygiene
Normal and wisdom tooth extraction
The risks associated with extractions include:
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Difficult extractions may need minor surgical procedures to complete the extraction
Fracture of the crown or root
Damage to soft tissue in the head and neck region
Displacement of tooth or tooth root/fragment
Ora-antral communication
Damage to inferior dental nerve or its branches or lingual nerve
Aspiration or ingestion of tooth or tooth fragment
Fainting, respiratory or cardiac arrest
Restricted mouth opening
Excessive bleeding
Post operative pain
Post operative swelling
Laser and Home Kit Whitening
The potential risks of teeth whitening are listed below:
1. There is a risk of sensitivity especially for patients with preexisting sensitive teeth.
2. The solutions used in whitening may result in irritation or ulceration to the gums.
3. After the whitening process you need to ensure that you avoid eating or drinking food (e.g red
wine, tea, coffee, curry, green spinach etc ) that may stain your teeth so as to ensure that your
teeth remain white longer (however you may need touch up kit once every 9 to 12 months to
ensure whiteness).
Dental Implants
Dental Implants may be the ideal solution for missing teeth, however there are also risks associated with
this procedure as stated below:
Surgical risks include:
1. Post surgical infection, bleeding, swelling, pain
2. Spasms, bone fracture, TMJ injuries
3. Poor healing, temporary numbness of the lip, chin or tongue
Prosthetic risks include:
1. Unsuccessful integration of the implant with the bone
2. Fracture of implant components