Dentra
Dentra was established in 1992. At the time, it was only confined to restorative dentistry. Today, however, Dentra has expanded into a chain of clinics, employing doctors with immense experience and skill who offer a variety of dental services within the curative, cosmetic, and surgical fields.
Dentra has high standards for quality dental care & solutions. Through constant training, development, and research, our professional dental staff continuously provide patients with an outstanding service. They are all passionate, meticulously selected specialists who have proven to be front-runners in their fields, devoting their time and efforts toward constant improvement and progress.
Our Mission
We understand that some patients may feel uncomfortable or uneasy regarding dental procedures, which is why we are dedicated to providing a pleasant and supportive environment. This, coupled with sophisticated dental care and state-of-the-art techniques, works to achieve the best outcome possible: an enhanced, whitened, and beautiful smile.
In order to uphold our exceptional standards, our staff members regularly attend dental lectures along with theoretical and practical sessions, keeping up with the latest dental procedures, equipment, products, and technological advances. Additionally, we maintain the highest standards for sterilization and hygiene, ensuring safe procedures for our patients and staff. Our clinics undergo daily inspections and quality assurance checks to provide and sustain the optimum environment for treatment.
Our Approach
As a team, we are constantly striving for improvement and setting new milestones for ourselves. They include:
1How do you sterilize the instruments?
In Dentra Clinics, we:
- Follow the American Dental Association safety procedures.
- Use the four-hand technique to prevent cross-infection.
- Use autoclave sterilization with Class (B+) Autoclave specialized for dentistry.
- Use chemical sterilization for instruments that cannot withstand heat.
- Use protective covers for all valuable equipment that cannot be sterilized, such as chairs and handles. These covers are discarded following treatments, and new covers are used for the next patient.
- Discard all disposable items that cannot be sterilized, such as needles, saliva ejectors, and gloves.
2I am anxious about dental visits. What can I do?
Anxiety over dental treatment is common. The key to comfort is communication; share your feelings with your dentist and let him know that you are anxious so that he can adjust the treatment steps to meet your needs.
3I am currently taking medication that my physician prescribed for me. Can this affect my dental treatment?
When your dentist asks for your medical history, be sure to provide complete, up-to-date information on your health and the name of your physician. This information will help the dentist to select the safest and most effective method of treatment for you.
4Why does my mouth feel dry and what is the treatment?
It is a common problem among older adults. It is caused by certain medical disorders and is often a side effect of medications. Your dentist can recommend various methods to restore moisture, such as moisturizing tablets and mouthwashes.
5Why are patients with cardiac abnormalities asked to take a course of antibiotics before their dental appointments?
Bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream and work their way to the heart causing a serious inflammation of the heart valves or tissues. Antibiotics reduce this risk.
6What dental procedures are considered high-risk?
High-risk dental procedures are those involving bleeding such as extractions, periodontal procedures, and dental implant placement.
7What are systemic conditions that require antibiotics before, during, and after the high-risk dental procedures?
Heart & vascular disorders, pacemakers, rheumatic fever, diseases causing immune suppression, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, radiation treatments, malnourishment, hemophilia, uncontrolled diabetes, and cancer.
8What information do I need to tell my dentist about my diabetes?
It’s important to keep your medical records up-to-date. Let your dentist know the names of all the medications you are taking and whether the disease is under control or not.
9What oral health problems can be associated with diabetes?
Tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, salivary gland dysfunction, infections, delayed healing and taste impairment.
10Is there a connection between diabetes and tooth decay?
When diabetes is not properly controlled, high glucose levels in saliva help bacterial growth, which produces acids. Over time, these acids destroy tooth enamel, resulting in tooth decay.
11Is there a connection between diabetes and periodontal (gum) disease?
Because diabetes reduces the body’s resistance to infection, the gums are among the tissues likely to be affected.
12What if I need oral surgery and I am a diabetic patient?
You should keep your blood glucose levels under control before, during, and after surgery. Antibiotic coverage is also a must.
13Why do I need to visit a dentist every six months?
Six months is the average time frame for the appearance and development of dental problems, especially for patients who have not been following oral hygiene instructions properly. Plaque and tartar can accumulate in a time period of much less than six months.
14What is dental plaque?
When you eat, some of the food and oral bacteria form a sticky colorless film coating the surface of your teeth. This film is called dental plaque.
15What is the proper daily oral care?
Brush your teeth twice a day. The size and shape of your brush should fit your mouth, allowing you to reach all areas easily. Use toothpaste that contains fluoride, which helps protect your teeth from decay. Clean between teeth once a day with floss or inter-dental cleaners in order to remove plaque in between the teeth (areas a toothbrush typically can't reach).
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