Dr. Gargi Kandhari - Best Dentist in Delhi

At Dr. Kandhari’s Skin and Dental clinic we often come across patients who do not want to undergo a full orthodontic treatment or braces but want to fix their smile. They are unhappy with either spaces or gaps between their teeth or have crooked teeth or their smile is jutting out. In such cases we have the option of dental veneers or laminates which is a short treatment of just two to three sittings at the most. This is a completely painless procedure and provides a beautiful solution for smile makeovers. In this the outer surface of the teeth are reduced or shaved and permanent veneers are cemented onto the natural teeth.  They are a lot like artificial nails which are fixed onto the natural nails. Veneers have a lot of advantages like they do not stain or discolor. They are also maintenance free and are a fixed solution.  If the patient maintains good oral hygiene veneers can last for a very long time with no side effects. They do not cause any damage to the natural teeth a...

This is something I often hear from my patients, there is a strong misconception in people’s minds that professional dental cleaning or scaling will weaken their teeth. This is the exact opposite of what actually happens when you get a regular cleaning and polishing done every six months.  We at Dr Kandhari’s Skin and Dental clinic highly recommend a thorough oral prophylaxis every six months. What this does is removes stains, plaque and calculus from the tooth surfaces. Stains – Are discolorations on the teeth which occur over time due to eating, drinking ect. Various hot and cold fluids like tea, coffee, aerated drinks and juices over time can cause yellowish and brown stains. Plaque – It is the soft white deposit that forms on tooth surfaces over a few hours after brushing. This is an accumulation of oral bacteria which secretes acids that can cause enamel loss thereby causing cavities and gum diseases.  Calculus – When the above plaque is not removed, it mixes with the ...

So veneers or laminates are like a cover for the teeth, they are designed to cover the front surface of the teeth. They provide an excellent solution for smile designing or smile makeover. Veneers can correct various dental problems like ; Crowded or spacing between the teeth Stained or discoloured teeth Chipped or broken teeth Uneven teeth of different sized teeth Bite correction Veneers provide a viable solution for anyone looking to fix their front teeth, whether the alignment, colour, size or teeth position. They can also be used to align teeth to a certain extent in patients who are unwilling to go ahead with Orthodontic treatment. There are several advantages of this treatment  like : Short Duration - The whole treatment can be completed in one or two sittings within a week.  Very comfortable and painless procedure. Highly aesthetic results - Veneers can completely alter or give a complete makeover to one’s smile Lasts for a long time - A well fitted veneer can last upto...