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Numbing cream will be given followed by local anaesthesia to make it a comfortable experience for you. The non salvageable tooth will be gently elevated from the tooth socket and you will be discharged for home as soon as the wound has clotted shortly after.

If the tooth is badly broken down or growing out at an awkward angle, it may be necessary for your dentist to recommend surgical excision of your tooth. This means that some bone around the tooth may need to be removed to allow your dentist to get a good grip on the broken pieces so they can be removed from your jaw.

In the case of an impacted wisdom tooth (wisdom tooth growing at an awkward angle), the same process of surgical excision may also be necessary and this may also involve the division of the tooth for clean removal.

At TP Dental, we have the option of having the above mentioned procedures performed under sedation, relative analgesia or general anaesthesia as well.

Defining Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are a set of molars that surface during their early twenties or the late teens. If your mouth has room to grow, wisdom teeth can sprout properly and help you chew food better. If it doesn’t, however, the wisdom tooth could end up buried under the gum tissue or partially erupt at an inconvenient time.

Why You Need to Have Your Wisdom Tooth Extracted

When a wisdom tooth causes problems, you need to visit a dentist as soon as possible. Here’s why:

• Your wisdom tooth could potentially damage your neighbouring teeth. The extra molars will surface by pushing other teeth. Undergoing wisdom tooth removal, therefore, is necessary, as your extra molars could cause bite and mouth problems.
• Problematic wisdom teeth could result in the development of cysts (and sometimes tumours) in the mouth. If left untreated, these molars can damage nerves and jawbone.
• Even if you don’t feel any pain or suffer from other serious complications, your wisdom teeth can undermine your oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing around a wisdom tooth, for instance, can be difficult due to its hard-to-reach location.

Common Types of Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Impaction happens when a wisdom tooth is crowded and cannot erupt properly, or erupts forcibly through the gum in a compromised position. A few of the common kinds of wisdom teeth impaction are:

• Vertical Impaction – The orientation of the erupted tooth is nearly upright.
• Mesial Impaction – The angle of the tooth is facing the front of the mouth.
• Horizontal Impaction – The tooth is growing underneath the gum and parallel to the jawbone.

We make the tooth removal process as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Our experienced dentists in Singapore use numbing cream and local anaesthesia to reduce discomfort and self-resolving sutures for added convenience. Additionally, we use cutting-edge dental equipment and technology to safely remove the impacted wisdom tooth.

What is teething whitening?

Teeth whitening is one of the fastest and most conservative ways to brighten up your smile. There are no painful needles or grinding required in teeth whitening procedures. It can be used as a single procedure or in combination with other treatment to achieve the most desirable cosmetic outcome.

Teeth whitening treatment options

In general, there are two treatment options. If you want to get the result fast, you can opt for the in-clinic procedure or “Power Bleaching”. We use state-of-the-art light-activated professional whitening systems where both the whitening formulation and the light source have been tested and licensed for safety and efficacy. However, if you wish to have more control and see how your teeth transform gradually, you can opt for our professionally prescribed and supervised “Home Whitening” system.

Teeth whitening can be fun and easy to use. Before you get started, a thorough consult with our dental team is essential to find out about your exact condition before an appropriate treatment plan can be recommended to you that best suits your needs and expectations.

Your Dream Smile is just a call away!

Types of Tooth Discolouration

Discolouration occurs when stains, such as unsightly spots and tints, show up on the surface of the teeth. Professional teeth bleaching can treat the following types of discolouration:

• Intrinsic – The discolouration has affected the dentin, the inner tissue that accounts for the bulk of all teeth.
• Extrinsic – The stain has affected the enamel, the external layer of the tooth.
• Age-Related – Over time, a tooth’s dentin yellows. The enamel protecting the tooth becomes thinner with age, revealing the dentin’s natural appearance.

The Advantages of Teeth Whitening

An improved smile is one of the more obvious benefits of teeth whitening. Apart from the positive aesthetic results, this oral procedure offers the following benefits:

• Makes Your Smile the Centre of Attention – Displaying your beautiful, white smile takes the focus away from frown lines and neighbouring wrinkles on your face.
• Improves Self-Esteem – You’ll feel confident showing your teeth to people.
• Makes You More Friendly – Showing off your nice, dazzling smile attracts people and gives off a positive first impression.

Risks of DIY Teeth Whitening

While you have the option to whiten the teeth using over-the-counter products, this move is not advisable. Here’s why:

• Harsh substances in teeth whitening products can erode the enamel if improperly used.
• The chemicals in these products can irritate your gums.
• Trending, but unapproved, whitening procedures, could have adverse results, like extreme tooth sensitivity.

Come to the Right Place for a Brighter and Whiter Smile

Instead of whitening teeth by yourself, let the experienced dentists of TP Dental in Singapore take care of that for you. We offer two effective and safe treatment options to whiten your teeth. You can schedule an appointment with our clinic and go through a power bleaching procedure. Alternatively, you can whiten your teeth at home with our advanced and carefully formulated home whitening system.