Treatment

Composite Filling

An aesthetic and functional resin-based restoration method used to repair material loss in tooth structure.

Estimated duration: Procedure time is short. Average lifespan of the material in adult teeth is 5-7 years.
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Treatment

Composite Laminate (Aesthetic Filling)

A conservative resin restoration applied directly to the front surface of the teeth to close discolorations and diastemas.

Estimated duration: Usually completed in a single visit.
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Treatment

Fiber-Reinforced Composite Filling

A hybrid restoration using fiber strands to increase structural resistance in wide cavities and teeth with a high risk of fracture.

Estimated duration: Studies show that these fillings have good 10-year survival rates.
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Prosthetics

Full Acrylic Denture

A removable prosthesis that provides retention through mucosal support and vacuum effect in cases of total edentulism.

Estimated duration: Average lifespan is 5-8 years.
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Prosthetics

Denture Reline

The adaptation of prostheses that have loosened due to melting in the jawbone by adding material to the tissue surface.

Estimated duration: Recommended every 1-2 years to maintain denture fit. Hard reline treatment usually lasts 2 years or longer.
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Prosthetics

Denture Repair

The process of repairing a broken prosthesis body or fallen artificial teeth in a laboratory environment.

Estimated duration: Depending on the extent of damage, it ranges from 24 hours up to 2 weeks for complex repairs/relines.
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Prosthetics

Zirconium Crown

A metal-free modern ceramic restoration type offering high mechanical resistance and superior aesthetics.

Estimated duration: Treatment process (impression to final placement) usually takes 4-5 days to 1 week.
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Prosthetics

Night Guard

A custom-made appliance used to protect teeth and joints in patients with bruxism (teeth grinding).

Estimated duration: Used during sleep. Custom-fitted guards can last several years with proper care.
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Prosthetics

Metal-Reinforced Full Denture

A type of removable denture in which a metal framework is placed inside the acrylic body for durability.

Estimated duration: Thanks to the durability of metal, its lifespan is 7-15 years or more.
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Prosthetics

Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal Crown (PFM)

A traditional crowning method obtained by baking porcelain on a infrastructure made of precious or base metal alloys.

Estimated duration: First appointment takes 60-90 minutes, permanent crown preparation in the lab takes 2-3 weeks. Lifespan can range from 10-15 up to 30 years with proper care.
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Prosthetics

Crown Removal

Removal of prostheses that have completed their lifespan or have underlying pathology detected using expert techniques without harming surrounding tissues.

Estimated duration: Crown removal procedure usually takes between 20 to 45 minutes.
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Prosthetics

Porcelain Laminate Veneer

Ultra-thin ceramic leaves produced for aesthetic purposes, glued only to the front surface of the teeth.

Estimated duration: Usually takes 2 to 3 visits due to the required laboratory fabrication process.
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Diagnosis & Planning

Dental Examination and Panoramic X-ray

Detailed clinical and radiographic evaluation performed to determine the general status of oral and dental health.

Estimated duration: Panoramic X-rays are routinely repeated every 3-5 years (or as needed).
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Diagnosis & Planning

Periapical X-ray

Intraoral radiography showing the structure of a single tooth from crown to root tip (apex) and surrounding alveolar bone.

Estimated duration: Taken instantly on demand when focusing on a specific problem or complaint.
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Diagnosis & Planning

Local and Regional Anesthesia

Numbing a specific area to ensure patient comfort in dental procedures.

Estimated duration: Applied before the procedure, numbs the area within seconds/minutes, and effects wear off within a few hours post-procedure.
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Periodontology

Scaling (Dental Cleaning)

Removal of bacterial plaque, calculus (tartar), and external stains accumulated on tooth surfaces.

Estimated duration: Usually takes 30-45 minutes and is completed in a single session. Recommended every 6 months for a healthy mouth.
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Periodontology

Scaling Under Anesthesia

Procedure performed to increase patient comfort and dentist access when intervening in deep periodontal pockets.

Estimated duration: Depending on inflammation depth, procedure takes 1 to 2 hours or more; calculated at 45-90 minutes per quadrant across multiple visits. Recovery is 2-7 days.
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Periodontology

Polishing

Polishing tooth surfaces after scaling to clear remaining plaque and stains.

Estimated duration: Part of and final step of the routine 30-45 minute scaling procedure.
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Periodontology

Curettage Treatment (Deep Cleaning)

Smoothing root surfaces and clearing infected cementum tissue to stop infection in periodontal pockets.

Estimated duration: Calculated at 45-90 minutes per quadrant across multiple visits. Post-treatment recovery time is 2-7 days.
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Periodontology

Teeth Whitening

Lightening tooth shade using hydrogen or carbamide peroxide agents.

Estimated duration: In-office treatments yield immediate results at the clinic, while home whitening trays are used over several weeks.
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Periodontology

Periodontal Splinting

Stabilizing loose teeth due to supporting bone loss by binding them together.

Estimated duration: Temporary splints remain less than 6 months, medium-term splints months to a few years, permanent splints remain indefinitely.
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Pediatric Dentistry

Fissure Sealant

Sealing deep grooves (fissures) on chewing surfaces of molar teeth with a flowable material to prevent decay.

Estimated duration: Quick protective sealant coating applied as permanent molars erupt.
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Pediatric Dentistry

Fluoride Application

Preventive procedure to strengthen tooth enamel against acid attacks and promote remineralization.

Estimated duration: Preventive application applied as a protective varnish.
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Pediatric Dentistry

Pulpotomy (Amputation)

Partial nerve treatment procedure in primary teeth where decay reaches the nerve, aimed at maintaining vitality.

Estimated duration: Procedure duration along with crown placement averages 30 to 45 minutes.
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Pediatric Dentistry

Primary Tooth Extraction

Removal of primary teeth that are severely decayed beyond repair or causing eruption disorders.

Estimated duration: Simple extractions depending on root structure; recovery takes 3-7 days like simple extractions.
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Pediatric Dentistry

Pedodontic Composite Filling

Restorations made with materials suitable for children's oral structure and primary tooth physiology.

Estimated duration: Fillings in primary teeth have a shorter lifespan compared to the 5-7 years of permanent teeth, expected to serve until the tooth sheds naturally.
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Oral Surgery

Tooth Extraction (Simple)

Extraction of fully erupted teeth above gums using forceps and elevators easily.

Estimated duration: Recovery time takes 3-7 days.
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Oral Surgery

Complicated Tooth Extraction

Surgical removal of teeth with malformed roots, broken due to severe decay, or trapped within bone.

Estimated duration: Average recovery time is 7-10 days.
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Oral Surgery

Impacted Tooth Extraction

Surgical operation of teeth (usually wisdom teeth) remaining under bone or gum that could not erupt normally.

Estimated duration: Recovery takes 7-10 days after impacted wisdom tooth surgery (complete bone filling may take months).
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Oral Surgery

Implant Treatment

Fixed or removable prosthetic support made by placing titanium screws in jawbone replacing missing teeth.

Estimated duration: Post-surgery osseointegration of titanium implant with jawbone takes 4 to 9 months.
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Oral Surgery

Implant Removal

Removal of implants that lost function due to infection (peri-implantitis) or failed osseointegration.

Estimated duration: Recovery after failed implant removal ranges from a few days to a few weeks depending on individual healing.
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Oral Surgery

Sinus Lifting

Elevating maxillary sinus floor to resolve bone deficiency in posterior upper jaw.

Estimated duration: Procedure takes 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on complexity. Fusion of added bone graft with host bone takes 4 to 9 months.
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Oral Surgery

Bleeding Intervention (Simple & Sutured)

Mechanical and chemical interventions performed to ensure clot formation and stop bleeding post-surgery.

Estimated duration: Continuous pressure with gauze for 15-20 min up to 30-60 min required post-extraction. For sutured cases, pressure is applied for an additional 15 minutes after suturing.
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Oral Surgery

Cyst Operation

Cleaning pathological cavities (cysts) in jawbone and restoring health to surrounding tissues.

Estimated duration: Cyst surgery duration takes 30 minutes to 1 hour or more based on size/location. Recovery ranges from a few days/weeks for small cysts up to a few months for large incisions.
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