General Dentistry in Bilekahalli, Bengaluru

What a check-up includes

• A conversation about any problems, your medical history and the medicines you take.
• An examination of your teeth, gums, tongue, cheeks and the rest of your mouth, including a check for early signs of mouth cancer. This matters especially if you smoke or chew tobacco, gutka or paan.
• Digital X-rays of the teeth if needed, taken here at the clinic, to see decay between the teeth and under fillings, and the bone around the roots.
• A clear explanation of anything we find and, if you need treatment, a written estimate before it starts.

When you might need treatment

• Toothache, or sensitivity to sweet, hot or cold.
• A hole or dark spot in a tooth, or food getting stuck between teeth.
• A broken tooth, or a filling that has fallen out.
• Bleeding gums: see professional teeth cleaning.
• A white or red patch, or an ulcer, in the mouth that hasn't healed in two weeks. Please have this checked promptly.

Your options for a decayed tooth

The earlier decay is treated, the simpler and less expensive the treatment usually is. Read more about root canal treatment.

Types of filling

• Tooth-coloured (composite) fillings are bonded to the tooth and matched to its shade. They are used for most fillings in front and back teeth.
• Glass ionomer fillings release fluoride. They are often used near the gum line, in milk teeth, or as a temporary filling.

What happens, step by step

1. Check-up and X-rays. We examine your mouth and take X-rays only if they are needed.
2. Treatment plan and written estimate. If you need treatment, we explain the options and give you the fee in writing before starting.
3. Numbing. For a filling, the tooth is numbed with local anaesthesia if needed.
4. Removing the decay. The decayed part of the tooth is removed and the cavity is cleaned.
5. Filling the tooth. Tooth-coloured filling material is placed in layers, hardened with a blue light, then shaped and polished to fit your bite.
6. Preventing new decay. We suggest how to lower your risk: brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, fewer sugary snacks and drinks between meals, and regular check-ups.

Possible risks

• Sensitivity to cold or biting for a few days or weeks after a filling, especially a deep one. It usually settles.
• A high bite that makes chewing uncomfortable. A quick adjustment fixes it.
• Decay closer to the nerve than it looked. A deep filling can still need root canal treatment later; we'll tell you if a tooth is at risk.
• Wear and chipping. Fillings wear over time and may need replacing.
• X-rays use a small dose of radiation. We take them only when needed, and digital X-rays need a low dose. Tell us if you are pregnant.

After your treatment

• Wait until the numbness wears off before eating or having hot drinks, so you don't bite or burn your cheek or tongue.
• Some sensitivity to cold is normal for a few days.
• If your bite feels high, call us for a quick adjustment.
• Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth every day.

Call us if the pain keeps getting worse, you notice swelling, or a filling breaks or falls out.

Beyond general dentistry

Some problems need more than a check-up or a filling. These are also looked after at Dantya Dental:

• Children's dentistry. Check-ups, fillings and advice for children, by our general dentists, and by a pedodontist (a dentist who specialises in children) when a child needs one. See children's dentistry.
• Esthetic dentistry. Whitening, bonding and veneers to change the colour or shape of teeth. See esthetic dentistry.
• Orthodontics (straightening teeth). A visiting orthodontist sees patients at the clinic. See braces and clear aligners.
• Oral surgery. A visiting oral and maxillofacial surgeon treats complex cases at the clinic, such as deeply buried wisdom teeth. See wisdom tooth removal.
• Dental implants. Replacing missing teeth with implants, planned by our prosthodontist. See dental implants.

Fees

The fee depends on the treatment you need; for a filling, its size and how many surfaces of the tooth it covers. You receive a written estimate after the examination, before treatment starts. Call or WhatsApp us if you'd like an idea of the cost.