by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 23, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
While not all people are not afraid of the idea of getting dental implants, many don’t consider the procedure their idea of fun either. In most cases however, this lack of enthusiasm can be attributed to many of the myths and misconceptions surrounding dental...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 23, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
For people who are missing a tooth (or more), a single-tooth implant may be recommended. An implant is surgically placed in an opening created by the dentist in the jawbone. After the implant has integrated to the bone, it serves as the new “root” for the crown that...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 23, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Bruxism or teeth grinding is a condition where an individual gnash, clench and grind their teeth. People with bruxism may clench or grind their teeth during sleep (sleep bruxism) or may unconsciously do so while awake (awake bruxism). Individuals who clench or grind...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 23, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The procedure done to replace tooth roots with metal and screw-like posts is called dental implant surgery. A dental implant is used to support one (or more) false teeth. A dental implant is a titanium screw that can replace the tooth’s root when it fails. Similar to...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 22, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Dental crowns are tooth shaped “caps” placed over the tooth. They are designed to help improve the tooth’s strength, size, appearance, and shape. Dental crowns will encase the tooth’s visible portion fully and are cemented into place. When is a dental crown used?...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 21, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Do you find yourself excessively tired even after a full night’s sleep? Are you constantly in the lookout for ways to stop snoring? If you answered yes to the two questions, it is highly likely that you have sleep apnea. Essentially, sleep apnea is considered a sleep...
