Conservative dentistry treatments in Mallorca
Check-ups and conservative treatments allow us to treat teeth affected by a problem in such a way that we can conserve them and keep them in the mouth.
Rehabilitate and treat caries and trauma
With the aim of preserving the aesthetics and functionality of the teeth themselves, there are a series of dental conservation techniques that allow us to treat dental problems before the only alternative is extraction.
It should be borne in mind that tooth loss is not only an aesthetic issue, as it can affect the integrity of oral health, starting by hindering chewing or phonetic functionality. For this reason, there is a branch of dentistry dedicated to preserving the health of teeth.
Conservative dentistry is essential to maintain the original dental pieces, alleviating possible problems that may have arisen due to neglecting oral hygiene and visits to the dentist, or due to trauma or dental development itself.
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What does conservative dentistry consist of?
Conservative dentistry is the set of techniques that allow natural teeth to be preserved when they have been affected by a disease such as caries, or by trauma or wear. In addition to preserving their aesthetics, the main objective of this branch of dentistry is to prolong the useful life of the tooth and maintain its functionality.
The main task of conservative dentistry is to apply the appropriate treatment technique to eliminate the problem, restore the tooth and avoid its extraction. The idea is to prevent the affected area from becoming edentulous, that is, without a tooth, in order to avoid resorting to more extensive treatment such as dental implantology.
Techniques applied in conservative dentistry
Depending on each case, we can resort to a series of techniques in the treatment plan. Conservative dentistry includes the following treatments to ensure the health of the teeth:
Oral rehabilitation
Consists of restoring the function, aesthetics and health of the oral cavity through different personalised dental treatments.
Treatment of bruxism and TMJ
It focuses on relieving the discomfort caused by teeth grinding and temporomandibular joint disorders, improving quality of life.
Dental filling
This technique, also known as obturation, is performed to restore tooth enamel when it has been damaged by caries and must be sealed to prevent its progression.
Endodontics
Endodontics is the surgical technique in conservative dentistry that removes the internal tissue of the tooth (the pulp) infected by caries, in order to restore and preserve the tooth.
Dental reconstruction
This type of restoration of teeth with composite is performed to improve aesthetics and functionality, as well as to protect teeth affected by wear and trauma.
Dental crowns
Dental crowns are designed to cover and protect damaged teeth, restoring their shape, size and functionality.
Preventive dentistry
Includes check-ups and treatments to prevent dental problems, promoting long-term oral health.
Apicoectomy
Surgical procedure to remove the infected tooth root tip, preserving the tooth.
Dental inlay
This is a technique for the partial restoration of teeth moderately damaged by caries or by severe wear and tear or cracks caused by bruxism or bad bite.
Oral health in the elderly
Specific care to maintain the functionality and oral health of the elderly, improving their quality of life.
Benefits of conservative dentistry
Conservative dentistry aims to restore damaged tissue and not remove it, for this reason it has benefits such as:
- The preservation of the original tooth, as its loss can affect the integrity, aesthetics and alignment of the rest of the teeth, as well as worsen the functionality of chewing food and speaking.
- The treatment and elimination of the problem (caries, fracture, fissure) that is damaging the tooth tissue, so that it is not weakened and is not affected by other potential oral diseases.
- The strengthening of the damaged tooth, either through the application of a material such as composite, or through the restoration of the crown with a custom-made piece.
- Financial savings, as treatments to replace a lost tooth are more expensive (although necessary in cases where this has occurred) and more complex.
What can cause tooth loss?
There are several reasons why a person may lose a tooth. The most common is due to a blow or trauma, having suffered some kind of accident. But, in general, the main reason for tooth loss is caries, an oral infection that attacks the tooth enamel and destroys it.
This disease is caused by the accumulation of bacterial plaque due to poor oral hygiene. It is generally avoidable when, in addition to proper oral hygiene at home, professional dental cleanings are carried out at the intervals recommended by the specialist, and regular check-ups at the dentist are carried out.
However, in cases where hygiene has been deficient, it is possible to experience caries which, in the most serious cases, affects not only the external part of the tooth but also the pulp. In these cases, only the various techniques of conservative dentistry and good subsequent maintenance can help to preserve the original tooth.
What is conservative treatment like?
Conservative treatment varies depending on the state of health of the teeth. To determine the stage of deterioration and make an accurate diagnosis, we use 3D technology and a special probe to assess the damage to the teeth. Once the results have been studied, the specialist makes a diagnosis and proposes a personalised treatment plan that allows the tooth to be preserved, whenever possible.
There are several techniques in conservative dentistry that will be applied depending on the diagnosis made by the specialist. In cases where caries is the reason for treating the tooth, professional oral hygiene should generally be carried out beforehand in order to follow the most appropriate procedure in each case. In most cases, a material will be applied to seal the teeth and strengthen them so that they are not affected by caries.
The techniques applied in conservative dentistry are minimally invasive so that after treatment, recovery is simple. It should be borne in mind that good maintenance of the dental pieces, carrying out adequate oral hygiene according to the specialist’s recommendations and regular visits to the dentist, will ensure good dental health without the presence of caries.
It is worth mentioning that gums can also be affected by bacterial plaque and that their maintenance is also essential to prevent the accumulation of bacteria that develop caries and other problems such as periodontitis, a gum disease which, if serious, can also lead to tooth loss. For this, it would be necessary to carry out another type of periodontal treatment.
Specialists in conservative dentistry in Palma
Dr. Emilio Martínez-Almoyna Rifá
Periodontics and postgraduate degree in Implantology.
Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Dentistry and Master's degree in Aesthetic Medicine. University expert in Periodontology and postgraduate degree in Implantology.
Dra. Cristina Martínez-Almoyna Rifá
Certified specialist in Invisalign and straight arch.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry, Master's degree in Orthodontics and postgraduate degree in Paediatric Dentistry. Certified specialist in Invisalign and straight arch.
Dra. Patricia Jorro
Specialist in Cosmetic Dentistry and Teeth Whitening.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry. Specialist in Cosmetic Dentistry and Teeth Whitening. Member of the American Dental Association with extensive experience.
Dr. Jose Antonio Gramallés
Postgraduate degree in Dental Prosthetics.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry and Special Award in Conservative Dentistry. Postgraduate degree in Dental Aesthetics and Dental Prosthetics with extensive experience.
Dra. Maria Morro
Specialist in dental prosthetics.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry and Master's degree in Paediatric Dentistry and Dentofacial Orthopaedics. Specialist in Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics.
Dr. Alfonso Bonnín
Surgery, periodontics, and implant rehabilitation.
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry, advanced degree in dental prosthetics, currently pursuing a master's degree in surgery, periodontics, and implant rehabilitation.
Dra. Cristina Mateu
Specialist in Conservative Dentistry
Bachelor's degree in Dentistry from ADEMA University. Specialist in Conservative Dentistry and University Expert in Endodontics with extensive experience.