How long does a dental implant last?
A dental implant that is well integrated into the bone can last many years, often decades, and in many cases a lifetime. How long it lasts depends…
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All the answers you are looking for, from the experience of Dr Nihad Pljevljak
Welcome to the Questions and Answers section of NeaBios Dental Clinic in Rome EUR Laurentina! Here you will find answers to the questions we are asked most often, every day, by families from the EUR, Laurentina, Tre Fontane, Torrino, Spinaceto and Cecchignola neighbourhoods.
Dental implants
Does a dental implant hurt?
Not during the procedure: local anaesthetic numbs the area and you only feel pressure and vibration. Afterwards, when the anaesthetic wears off…
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Teeth cleaning, tartar and gums
Why do my gums bleed when I brush my teeth?
The most common reason is gum inflammation, known as gingivitis, caused by plaque and tartar building up along the gumline. Inflamed gums become…
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How often should you get your teeth cleaned?
For most people, professional dental hygiene (teeth cleaning) should be done every 6 months. People with inflamed gums or diabetes, smokers and those…
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What is periodontitis (gum disease)?
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the tissues that support the teeth (gums, ligament and bone), caused mainly by plaque and tartar. Its…
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Teeth whitening and smile aesthetics
How long does teeth whitening last?
Professional teeth whitening usually lasts from one to three years. How long it lasts varies from person to person: the main factors are how often…
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Can I whiten my teeth at home? A dentist answers the most common questions
Yes, but only with a system prescribed and monitored by your dentist, using custom-made trays. Over-the-counter whitening strips and toothpastes give…
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Why are my teeth yellow?
Teeth turn yellow because of pigments from coffee, tea, wine and smoking, a build-up of plaque and tartar, and age, as the enamel thins and lets the…
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Extractions and wisdom teeth
How much does a tooth extraction cost in Rome?
The cost of an extraction depends mainly on how complex it is: a loose tooth needs only a simple procedure, while an impacted wisdom tooth may…
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Why should I have my wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth should be removed when they cause problems: lack of space, incomplete eruption, a crooked position, recurrent infections or difficulty…
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Does a tooth extraction hurt?
During an extraction, local anaesthetic numbs the area: you feel pressure, but not pain. In the following days some discomfort or swelling is normal…
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Cavities, broken teeth and emergencies
What should I do if I break a tooth?
Rinse your mouth gently with lukewarm water, keep any broken fragments in milk or saline solution and contact your dentist straight away. Even a…
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What causes tooth decay?
Tooth decay starts when the bacteria in plaque turn sugars and carbohydrates into acids that attack the enamel. If it is not treated, the cavity…
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Oral health
What are mouth ulcers and how are they treated?
Mouth ulcers (canker sores) are small sores on the lining of the mouth, whitish in the centre and red around the edges. They can be caused by minor…
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What is gnathology?
Gnathology is the branch of dentistry that studies and treats disorders of the chewing system: the teeth, the jaw muscles and the temporomandibular…
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