Frequently Asked Questions

Gum bleeding is the most important sign of gum inflammation. You should definitely consult a dentist.

Depending on the severity of the gum inflammation, you can use toothpaste and mouthwash according to your dentist’s recommendation after the treatment applied by the dentist. However, these products alone do not prevent gum bleeding.

On the day of the surgical procedure, teeth should be brushed carefully, avoiding the stitched areas.

After surgery, you can eat once the effect of the anesthesia wears off. This period is approximately 2–3 hours.

There are no reported side effects or diseases related to implant materials. Implants are definitely not a cause of cancer.

Swelling after surgery varies depending on the size of the surgical area. It usually depends on the duration of the surgery and the individual’s tissue sensitivity. Generally, significant swelling does not occur. Bruising is very rare.

Night guards that prevent teeth grinding can be used. In some cases, Botox applications to the chewing muscles are also effective.

Stitches are not required for every tooth extraction. Sometimes, depending on the size of the wound and the condition of the gum tissue, stitches may be placed. This also speeds up wound healing.

Just as every wisdom tooth surgery is not performed in the same way, healing times can also vary. In surgeries where the wisdom tooth is completely covered by bone, swelling and difficulty opening the mouth may occur for a few days. Bruising is a very rare complication.

Unextracted wisdom teeth may sag into the space left by the removed tooth or rise if they are in the lower jaw. over time, they can damage the gum tissue in that area.

The decision to extract a wisdom tooth can be made after a clinical examination. If a wisdom tooth has erupted normally and is functional, extraction is not necessary as long as the area can be kept clean. However, partially erupted wisdom teeth may damage neighboring teeth or negatively affect the overall oral condition. In such cases, extraction may be recommended.

Smoking can negatively affect wound healing. This may lead to a painful recovery after tooth extraction.

After teeth whitening, teeth are sensitive to color changes during the first few days. You should avoid smoking and consuming colored foods and drinks for the duration recommended by your dentist.

Most discoloration caused by smoking can be removed with a dental cleaning.

You should avoid smoking during the first few days.

Gum inflammation can worsen during pregnancy. It is essential to consult a doctor. This condition may progressively intensify throughout pregnancy. It can be managed with simple cleaning procedures.

Non-risky treatments can be performed, especially in the second trimester (4th–6th months).

As long as dental floss is used correctly, it provides benefits rather than harm.

Bleeding while using dental floss occurs when those areas are not properly cleaned and is a sign of inflammation.

Dental cleaning does not cause pain.

Dental cleaning is very important for oral health. Failing to remove tartar can damage the teeth and gums.

If teeth are brushed regularly and with the correct technique, and dental floss and interdental brushes are also used, tartar formation can be prevented.

Bacterial plaque also accumulates in the interdental areas that a toothbrush cannot reach. These areas should be cleaned with dental floss or interdental brushes.

The most common cause of bad breath is gum inflammation caused by tartar. Irregular brushing and tooth decay are also causes of bad breath. Plaque that accumulates around partially erupted wisdom teeth is very difficult to clean and can also cause a bad odor.

Yes, treatment is possible. Bone loss in the jaw does not prevent dental treatment. In fact, sometimes treating the teeth is necessary to address the bone loss in the jaw. However, a periodontist should also examine you for the bone loss.

Yes. When the front teeth are smaller than the back teeth, they can be enlarged using various materials (composite filling/bonding, veneer porcelain, or full porcelain crowns) to create a more aesthetic appearance.

Yes. Small gaps between the front teeth can be closed with composite fillings (bonding). Larger gaps, or cases where there are cavities or old unhealthy fillings, can be closed with porcelain veneers. In more advanced cases, full porcelain crowns can be used.

Root canal treatment is mostly completed in 1 or 2 sessions. Only if there is an acute infection in the tooth (abscess) and systemic symptoms such as fever or fatigue are present, disinfectant medications that need to remain inside the root canals for a longer period may be used. In such cases, the treatment may take 3–4 sessions.

If your tooth that had root canal treatment hurts, you should first see your dentist. Sometimes, the pain may come from a tooth next to the treated tooth or from a tooth on the opposite jaw on the same side. During the examination, your dentist will determine if the source of the pain is the tooth that had the root canal treatment and will select the most suitable treatment for you, ranging from retreatment of the root canal to extraction. Until you visit your dentist, avoid eating hard foods on the side of the painful tooth and do not place anything on the tooth or gums.

The substances used in teeth whitening do not damage the teeth. They work on the pigments that cause discoloration in the tooth structure, lightening the tooth color. Therefore, teeth are not harmed when whitening is performed under the supervision of a dentist.

Structural defects in the tooth enamel, developmental disorders, and parafunctional habits such as teeth grinding, clenching, or nail biting can cause teeth to chip. The causes should be identified and treated. Depending on the extent of the tooth substance loss, various treatment methods can be applied.

Veneer porcelain can be applied to almost every patient. Its use is limited for patients with parafunctional habits such as teeth grinding, nail biting, or pencil chewing. The decision is made after evaluating these parafunctions and the way your jaws close.

With veneer porcelain, very little tooth material (0.3–0.5 mm) is removed or none at all, allowing prosthetics that are very close to the natural color of the teeth to be achieved.

It is necessary to remove dental prostheses at night. Saliva production decreases during the night, and keeping the prosthesis in the mouth can lead to various fungal infections.

Dental prostheses should be removed daily and cleaned with soap and a brush, not worn at night, and maintained at certain intervals using cleaning tablets.

Gum diseases, old ill-fitting prostheses, decayed or broken fillings, and various tongue conditions can cause bad breath. If no cause is found during a dental examination, it may be necessary to consult ENT and internal medicine specialists.

Local anesthesia does not show any of the complications of general anesthesia. It affects only the application area, and since the drug used has a certain half-life, it is completely eliminated from the body shortly after. The patient remains conscious and can easily get up from the chair and return to daily life after the treatment.

Mild pain may occur during surgical procedures performed with a laser. Therefore, a small amount of anesthesia may be needed. There is no bleeding in surgical procedures performed with a diode laser.

If there is no infection in the extracted tooth, an implant can be placed in the extraction site during the same session, depending on the bone structure.

It cannot be predicted in advance whether an impacted wisdom tooth will cause problems. However, once a problem arises, treatment can be more painful and complicated compared to unaffected teeth. The most common issues caused by an infection in an impacted wisdom tooth are pain, swelling at the jaw corner, limited mouth opening, and difficulty swallowing.

Some localized minor misalignments can be corrected with certain removable appliances without using braces.

In general, it is not painful; however, in some cases, mild pain may occur during sessions when the braces are activated.

No, it does not increase. Tartar will form again only if the causes that lead to its accumulation are not corrected.

If bacterial plaque is not properly cleaned by the patient, it can turn into tartar, so it may need to be cleaned again.

Healthy gums do not bleed. Bleeding is the first sign of gum inflammation.

The main cause of tartar formation is the inability to properly clean the bacterial plaque that accumulates daily. If tartar forms despite effective brushing and flossing, factors such as saliva composition and genetics can be considered.

It can be any toothpaste that does not burn your mouth, has low abrasiveness, and helps you brush your teeth for at least 2–3 minutes.

Medication temporarily suppresses gum inflammation but does not cure it. Mechanical treatment (such as tartar removal or surgical procedures) is always necessary.

Bacterial plaque, tartar, gum inflammation, foods that leave a bad odor in the mouth, and certain systemic diseases can cause bad breath.

If there are no cavities, infected teeth, gum recession, or cracked/broken teeth, and the dentist deems it appropriate after an examination, teeth whitening does not harm the teeth.

Depending on the degree and type of discoloration, teeth can become two or three shades whiter.

There are many studies on amalgam fillings. Although no conclusive evidence shows that they cause cancer, they have been phased out in many developed countries.

Fillings need to be replaced if there are cracks, fractures, discoloration, gaps, or if decay is detected under the filling.

Root canal treatment is a procedure that requires patience and dedication from both the dentist and the patient. The dentist's most important task is to keep the patient as comfortable as possible and prevent any pain during the procedure. Therefore, in situations deemed necessary, the dentist applies anesthesia to the affected tooth and surrounding area before the treatment. With the resulting numbness, the patient feels no pain, and the treatment is completed quickly.

In most cases, the root canal treatment is redone to correct any errors. The old root canal filling is removed, the canal is reshaped, cleaned, medicated, and refilled. If this procedure does not resolve the issue, a surgical intervention called "apicoectomy" is performed. During this procedure, the tooth root is accessed, the area and surrounding tissue are surgically cleaned and closed. In multi-rooted teeth, the infected root may be removed. If surgery still does not solve the problem, extraction of the tooth may be deemed appropriate.

Normally, the enamel layer protects teeth from external stimuli such as hot, cold, acidic, and sweet substances. If enamel is lost due to erosion, abrasion, or decay, the underlying sensitive dentin layer is exposed. The dentin contains nerve endings that transmit stimuli, which is why sensitivity is felt.

In the early stages, commercially available protective and desensitizing toothpastes can be beneficial. They need to be used over long periods to achieve sufficient effect. If there is erosion, abrasion, or a cavity from decay, a filling is necessary.