FAQ

Cavity

What's the difference between resin and gold for cavity fillings?

The advantages of resin are that it closely matches the natural tooth color so it is hardly noticeable, and treatment is finished in a singl

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Cavity

Is gold the best material for fillings?

Gold is not necessarily the best material in every case. Gold has long been popular because of its durability and because it wears down at a

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Cavity

How are front-tooth cavities treated?

Because the front teeth are highly visible, we use materials that closely match the natural tooth color. 1) If the cavity is small, we fill

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Cavity

If a cavity doesn't hurt, do I not need to treat it?

Even if it does not hurt, the cavity still needs to be treated. Cavities cause no pain in the early stages - by the time you notice sensitiv

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Cavity

Is resin treatment covered by insurance?

For adults, resin fillings for cavities are not covered by the National Health Insurance and are classified as non-covered (out-of-pocket) t

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Cavity

Does a severe cavity need to be extracted?

Not every severe cavity requires extraction - in many cases the tooth can be saved with root canal treatment and a crown. However, we may re

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Cavity

I have many cavities. Can they all be treated in one day?

Some cases like resin fillings can be done in one day, while restorations like crowns require impression-taking and lab fabrication, then bo

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Periodontal

How is gum treatment performed?

Gum (periodontal) treatment is typically done in stages. 1) First, we use scaling to remove the tartar above the gum line. 2) Then, after lo

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Periodontal

My gums seem to have receded after gum treatment. Why?

There is no need to worry. The gum, which was swollen due to inflammation, is now returning to its original level as the swelling goes down

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Periodontal

I have bleeding and sensitivity after gum treatment. Is this normal?

Yes, this is a natural, temporary reaction right after treatment. As the inflamed tissue is removed, you may see some blood when brushing or

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Periodontal

Can peri-implantitis be treated?

Yes, peri-implantitis can be treated, with the approach depending on the stage. 1) In the early stage (gum inflammation only), it can often

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Periodontal

If gum inflammation improves, will tooth mobility also decrease?

Yes, when a tooth is loose due to acute inflammation, it often firms up as the inflammation resolves after periodontal treatment. However, i

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Periodontal

How many sessions of gum treatment are needed?

Gum treatment is usually performed by dividing the mouth into 2 to 6 sections, so you will typically need 2 to 4 visits. Each session takes

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Periodontal

Are there special methods for gum care?

The key to gum care is brushing after meals together with cleaning between the teeth using floss or interdental brushes. 1) Brush 2 to 3 tim

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Periodontal

Does gum treatment hurt? Is anesthesia used?

When removing deep tartar beneath the gum line, the procedure can be uncomfortable, so we use local anesthesia and you will feel little to n

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Periodontal

What's the difference between scaling and gum treatment?

Scaling is a preventive procedure that removes tartar visible above the gum line, while gum treatment (periodontal treatment) removes tartar

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Prosthetics

How long do crowns last?

The average lifespan of a crown is about 5 to 10 years. Depending on how well it is maintained, it can last 15 years or more — or even a lif

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Prosthetics

What's the difference between gold, zirconia, and PFM crowns?

All three materials have different properties, so the recommendation depends on the tooth's location and purpose. 1) Gold crown — excellent

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Prosthetics

Will the crown be noticeable?

Front-tooth crowns are made to match the color, shape, and translucency of the surrounding teeth, so they are barely noticeable in everyday

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Prosthetics

If my crown comes off, can it be re-cemented?

Yes, if the crown itself is not damaged and there is no decay on the underlying tooth, it can be re-cemented. Please do not throw away the d

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