by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 21, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Despite dramatic improvements in dental care, many people still suffer tooth loss secondary to periodontal disease, tooth decay, or injury. For many years, the only treatment alternative available for people with missing teeth were dentures and bridges. Fortunately,...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Jul 10, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The tooth-shaped cap that’s placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength is called a dental crown. Once cemented in place, dental crowns will fully encase the entire visible portion of the tooth. When do you need dental crowns? Dental...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Jul 10, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly starts and stops. Patients who snore loudly and feel extremely tired even after a full night’s sleep most likely have sleep apnea. There are 3 main types of sleep apnea: Obstructive sleep...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Jun 25, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
A dental implant can be a really wonderful treatment option for the right candidate. In fact, statistics show that for the right people, success rate of dental implants is at 95 percent. Several factors can influence one’s suitability to get a dental implant. ...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Jun 18, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
What are dental crowns? Dental crowns are tooth-shaped “caps” that are placed over the tooth to cover the tooth and restore its size, strength, and shape. It also helps enhance the tooth’s appearance. Once cemented into place, dental crowns will fully encase...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Jun 18, 2019 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Bruxism is the medical term for excessive jaw clenching or teeth grinding. Grinding teeth in sleep is very common and many people are not aware they are doing it. However, apart from grinding teeth in sleep, people with bruxism also grind their teeth or clench...
