Questions and answers

Missing teeth have a negative impact on the condition of the oral cavity and, consequently, on the health of the entire body. Implanting a dental implant prevents bone loss and the curvature or even loss of adjacent teeth. The implant does not require grinding of adjacent teeth, it is stable and durable. Dental implants can replace one or many missing teeth, so you can enjoy a beautiful smile and preserved facial features.

Currently, there are no contraindications to the installation of implants, but they are not recommended for people under 16-17 years of age. There are also several situations that require consultation with the attending physician before making the final decision. These include, among others: pregnancy, osteoporosis, coagulation disorders, unstabilized diabetes, heart defects, bone marrow disorders, untreated caries and periodontal disease, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, rheumatoid disease, cancer, AIDS, drug and alcohol and tobacco addiction, diagnosed mental illness.

The implantation of one implant takes about 15-20 minutes and is performed under local anesthesia. If the patient experiences pain after installing the implant, it is recommended to use regular painkillers. Despite the initial discomfort that some patients feel, they can function normally the next day.

The implantation is performed under local anesthesia, so it is a painless procedure. Some patients experience some discomfort that can be compared to that experienced during tooth extraction. Pain may occur after the procedure because the gum has been damaged and may be swollen. Traditional painkillers or antibiotics are then recommended to avoid possible infection.

Yes, any defect can be replaced with an implant, but several conditions must be met. The most important thing is the good condition of the alveolar bones of the mandible and maxilla, which is checked during diagnostic tests preceding the procedure. If bone tissue loss is detected, it is first rebuilt, and then the implant procedure is performed.

Even the best implant is a foreign body to our body, so it is not always accepted. However, currently the implant rejection level is only around 2%. Much depends on the skills of the specialist who performs the procedure - that's why we recommend choosing proven dental clinics. The patient's unhealthy habits are also important, with smoking having the greatest impact on implant rejection.

At the Zakopianka Dental Center, the effectiveness of implant procedures is 99%.

Yes. Like anything, dentures also wear out. To maximize their durability, we recommend regular (at least once a year) check-ups, during which the prosthetist will check the condition of the prosthesis. Regardless of how well you take care of your dentures, after about 5-7 years the prosthetic base in the mouth begins to wear out and the denture no longer fits perfectly - it starts to fall off. This is a sign that it needs to be replaced.

In exceptional situations, such as a broken tooth, destruction or loss of a denture, it can be performed even in one day. Typically, making a new denture takes about 5-10 business days. Please remember that this is a job that requires precision, and the denture is supposed to serve us for at least several years and replace natural teeth, so rushing is not advisable.

The choice of the appropriate prosthetic restoration depends on several important factors, including: the number of missing teeth, the number and quality of the remaining teeth, the location of the missing teeth, the condition of the bone base, gums and mucous membrane, the general condition of the bite, and the patient's budget. Our specialists will advise the best solution during consultations and create an individual treatment plan.

Unlike a classic denture, the one based on implants does not need to be removed at night. Because it is attached to implants, there is no risk that any element will come loose and block the airway. However, if you decide not to remove your dentures at night, remember to clean them properly, thoroughly and regularly.

To enjoy your dentures for as long as possible, it is important to take proper care of them. You definitely need to clean it regularly and thoroughly, but there are a few more tips that are worth applying in your everyday life. The best advice is to take care of your dentures as you would your natural teeth, so chew your food thoroughly and on both sides, wash your dentures after each meal, remember to visit a prosthodontist regularly, but also to the dentist, and store your dentures in a dry container with access to air. What is very important, you should not repair the dentures yourself, as this may result in permanent damage and the need for early replacement.

If you have a permanent denture, your diet does not have to differ from the one you used before it was fitted. To get used to the denture, we recommend eating small bites of food and biting thoroughly on both sides.
If you have a removable denture, we recommend liquid and semi-liquid food at the very beginning and gradually introducing harder food. You should also bite from the side, not the front of the denture.

Although a denture is a foreign body in the mouth, over time you can get used to it so much that it feels like natural teeth to the patient. Of course, the hardest part is the beginning, when the gums are slightly irritated, the mouth gets used to the dentures, it is more difficult to eat or pronounce certain words. Over time, this temporary discomfort disappears and the patient feels complete freedom in using the prosthesis on a daily basis.

The durability of the crown depends on the material it is made of and whether we care for it. Statistically, good crowns can serve a patient for up to 20 years if he treats them like natural teeth and cleans them regularly, but also goes for check-ups - every six months.

A crown is as durable as a natural tooth and, like a natural tooth, it can wear down or become damaged. If the dental bone on which the crown is placed is not damaged, the crown can serve us for a very long time.

Grinding the natural tooth is necessary to make room for the crown and fit it perfectly to the place where it will be placed. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is completely painless.

There are several contraindications to the installation of a crown. One of the most important is the condition of the teeth and oral cavity. Before we decide on a crown, we must treat our teeth, take care of the condition of our gums, and check the condition of the natural tooth crown - a natural crown that is too short requires reconstruction. The attending physician will inform about all contraindications, who together with the patient will create a plan of actions necessary before installing the crown.

The purpose of a crown is to replace a natural tooth, so despite patients' concerns, we can assure you that this is not possible. The materials used when installing the crown are designed to securely attach the prosthetic crown and block any micro-gaps to prevent even the smallest food from getting under the crown.

The crown is intended to replace a natural tooth, so it is best to care for it the same way we care for other teeth on a daily basis. Remember to brush and floss your teeth regularly, as well as check-ups. After installing the crown, you can ask your hygienist for instructions on proper oral hygiene so that your teeth and new crown stay with you as long as possible.

Depending on the size of the new prosthetic bridge, the waiting time is from 5 to 14 days. During this time, we provide a temporary restoration so that each patient can feel comfortable while waiting for a new prosthetic bridge.

The procedure is completely painless. Depending on whether we are working with a living or dead tooth (after root canal treatment and nerve removal), local anesthesia is administered to the patient during the bridge construction so that he or she does not feel any discomfort. A dead tooth does not even require anesthesia.

At the Zakopianka Dental Center, we put the patient's comfort and well-being first. We also know how important aesthetics are for our patients who decide to undergo prosthetic procedures, which is why we guarantee each patient who is waiting for a prosthetic bridge a temporary filling that will fully replace the defect and allow them to function normally until the proper bridge is installed. And if the patient has previously used a removable denture, there is nothing stopping him from using it while waiting for a new prosthetic bridge.

If there are no medical contraindications and the tooth bone that we want to replace with an implant or crown is large and healthy enough, the bridge can be replaced with a new implant. This also involves the need to grind the teeth for a new crown and fill the gaps with implants, on which we will also place the crown.

Prosthetic bridges should be cared for in the same way as natural teeth. It is important to brush teeth and interdental spaces regularly and thoroughly, floss and remove tartar. You should also take care of your gums and the entire oral cavity, and remember to visit the dentist regularly (every six months). Thanks to this, not only natural teeth, but also prosthetic bridges will serve a really long time.

After installing the prosthetic bridge, you can ask your hygienist for instructions on how to properly care for your teeth and mouth.

The purpose of a prosthetic bridge is to replace natural teeth, so despite patients' concerns, we can assure you that there is no possibility of food getting under the bridge. The materials used when installing the bridge are intended to secure it tightly and block any micro-gaps to prevent even the smallest food from getting under the prosthetic bridge.

Grinding the natural tooth is necessary to make room for the bridge and fit it perfectly to the place where it will be placed. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is completely painless.

There are several contraindications to the installation of a prosthetic bridge. One of the most important is the condition of the teeth and oral cavity. Before you decide on a prosthetic bridge, you should treat your teeth, take care of the condition of your gums, and check the condition of the crown of your natural tooth - a natural crown that is too short requires reconstruction. The attending physician will inform you about all contraindications and, together with you, he will create a plan of actions necessary before the bridge is placed.

Nowadays, fixed orthodontic braces can be fitted by people of any age. It is important to treat all your teeth and take care of your oral health before putting on braces. Your doctor will tell you whether you can wear permanent orthodontic braces during your orthodontic consultation.
Adults should take into account that treatment may take longer than in children and adolescents, which is due to calcification of the bones or the presence of crowns and bridges.

Even though treatment may take longer, even an adult can enjoy a beautiful new smile in a relatively short time with regular visits to the orthodontist.

There are several contraindications to the installation of orthodontic braces, including: diseases associated with reduced immunity (e.g. leukemia), uncontrolled diabetes and hormonal disorders, taking anti-osteoporosis medications, and progressive periodontal disease. Your doctor will inform you about all contraindications during the consultation. It will also tell you whether these are temporary or permanent contraindications, how to counteract them - if possible, and what other solutions will be suitable for you if the contraindications turn out to be permanent.

Each patient reacts differently throughout the entire orthodontic treatment process. Although putting on the brace itself is not painful, many patients feel slight discomfort and pain when biting for a few days after putting it on. This discomfort disappears after a few days and appears after subsequent follow-up visits, but it disappears faster with each visit.

The duration of orthodontic treatment is individual for each patient and depends on many factors, such as the severity of the malocclusion, the general condition of the oral cavity, and the regularity of follow-up visits. Most often, orthodontic treatment lasts 1-2 years, but there are cases in which treatment will last longer.

We should always take care of our teeth, but people who wear orthodontic braces should do it even more scrupulously and regularly. There are many specialized accessories for cleaning the teeth of people with orthodontic braces, as well as the braces themselves. We recommend not only thorough brushing, but also the use of dental floss, mouthwashes, irrigators and special cleaners for teeth and braces. After putting on the orthodontic braces, ask the hygienist from the Zakopianka Dental Center for instructions on proper oral hygiene. This will definitely help you achieve a beautiful and healthy smile after removing the braces.

Endodontic (root canal) treatment is necessary when irreversible damage occurs - inflammation of the tooth pulp. Root canal treatment is performed under anesthesia, so it is completely painless, and involves removing the diseased pulp from the dental canals, thoroughly cleaning them, drying them, filling them and tightly closing the canals. Although patients do not like root canal treatment, it is worth emphasizing that currently it is a completely painless procedure, so it is worth considering it to save the tooth before you decide to remove it.

NO. Endodontic (root canal) treatment does not hurt because it is performed under local anesthesia. Additionally, by removing the diseased pulp, we also remove the nerves, so the tooth does not transmit pain impulses.

Endodontic treatment is indicated when changes in the tooth pulp are irreversible and the patient is at risk of tooth extraction. Root canal treatment is the last way to save a tooth. It is worth emphasizing that lack of action in the case of a diseased pulp may also have other health consequences, apart from a painful tooth.

Root canal treatment allows you to preserve your natural tooth, even though it is no longer innervated. It should be remembered that it is always worth fighting to preserve natural teeth, and the use of crowns or implants should be considered as a last resort. If there is a risk of tooth extraction, it is worth seeing a specialist who will advise the best solution for your specific situation.

The use of veneers allows you to match the color and shape of your natural teeth without the risk of them discoloring over time. The material from which they are made ensures their durability, shine and abrasion resistance, thanks to which the patient can enjoy a beautiful smile for a long time.

Veneers should be cared for just like natural teeth. Brush them regularly, if possible, do not expose them to excessive pressure, so do not clench your jaw or grind your teeth, and also limit the consumption of coloring foods and drinks such as coffee, tea or wine.

Installing veneers is an aesthetic procedure, therefore there are no health indications for it. They are often chosen by patients who would like to slightly improve the appearance of their natural teeth. For example, when they changed shape or color or erosion, cervical defects or diastema, i.e. interdental space, appeared.

There are several contraindications to the installation of veneers. Health reasons include, for example, poor condition of the periodontium and gums, which must first be treated. People who clench their teeth, suffer from bruxism, or even bite their nails or pencils should also consider wearing veneers.

Currently used teeth whitening methods are completely safe, and when performed by a specialist, they guarantee a beautiful and lasting effect. However, it should be remembered that there are several contraindications, including: tooth hypersensitivity or gum disease, so it is always worth consulting the desire to whiten your teeth with your doctor. Thanks to this, the patient can be sure that the procedure will be safe, effective and durable.

The durability of the teeth whitening effect depends on many factors. The most important are regular oral hygiene and a diet free from dyeing foods and drinks. The natural color of teeth is also an important element. If you take care of your whitened teeth properly, the whitening effect can last up to two years.

We recommend every patient who has undergone a whitening treatment to follow the so-called white diet for several or even a dozen or so days, which involves eating "white" - non-coloring foods and avoiding, for example, berries or beets. Additionally, we recommend that in the first days you do not consume coffee, tea or wine, as well as foods that may irritate hypersensitive teeth after the procedure, e.g. citrus fruits.
Whitened teeth should also be cleaned regularly and thoroughly to maintain the beautiful effect of white teeth for as long as possible.

Bleeding gums while brushing teeth is a symptom of inflammation, which, if left untreated, may develop into periodontal and gum disease, and even periodontal disease. Their consequence may be tooth loss. Therefore, bleeding gums should not be ignored and it is worth consulting a specialist who will check the condition of the teeth and gums and recommend appropriate actions. It should be remembered that the cause of bleeding gums is often the accumulation of tartar, so it is worth making sure to regularly remove it from the teeth during hygiene treatments. Bleeding gums may also be caused by an incorrectly selected toothbrush, so it is always worth asking your dentist which toothbrush will be suitable for your teeth.

Statistics show that periodontal disease affects men more often, but the cause is most likely to be found in oral hygiene habits. As our experience shows, although this has recently started to change positively, men do not take care of their dental health as well as women. Their check-ups are less frequent, they perform dental hygiene treatments less often, and they brush or floss their teeth less often, which is why they are more exposed to periodontal disease.

Yes. Smoking cigarettes may negatively affect the condition of the gums and, consequently, the development of periodontal disease. This is because smoking affects the build-up of dental plaque and promotes the growth of bacteria.

Research shows that periodontitis treatment brings much worse results among smokers. This is caused by constant exposure of the oral cavity to high temperatures and hydrocarbons found in cigarette smoke.

The first symptom that may indicate developing periodontal disease are gums that bleed during brushing or a dental visit. If you have not changed your toothbrush a few days earlier, which may indicate that you have chosen the wrong toothbrush, it is worth visiting a dentist to diagnose the problem as soon as possible and prevent the development of the disease. Other common symptoms of periodontal disease include: tender, swollen or red gums, bleeding gums while eating, not only hard foods, hypersensitivity to heat and cold, dry mouth, bad taste and bad breath, lowering of tooth necks, loose teeth .

If you notice any of these symptoms, do not hesitate to make an appointment with your dentist to stop the disease from developing as soon as possible. The attending physician will propose a treatment plan and indicate possible solutions.

People with diabetes are exposed to periodontal disease even 25% more often than healthy people. This is due to the simple fact that one of the symptoms of diabetes is impaired wound healing. Which negatively affects attempts to cure periodontal disease. Unfortunately, periodontal diseases also have a negative impact on the course of diabetes, so people suffering from diabetes and periodontal diseases should be under constant care of specialists, including a dentist.

Unfortunately, untreated periodontal disease can have many negative consequences on the patient's overall health. If an infection occurs due to gingivitis, the consequences can be really serious. Some of them include: endocarditis and myocarditis, rheumatic disease, glomerulonephritis, iritis and phlebitis. Therefore, the symptoms of periodontal disease should not be ignored and you should see a dentist as soon as possible. Daily and thorough oral hygiene and regular check-ups at the dentist's office are also important.