Going to the dentist: what the patient should know

A visit to the dentist is an exciting event. To make your meeting with your doctor enjoyable and productive for both, it is useful to familiarize yourself with simple tips. It is not difficult to follow them, and the result will be a good mood and well-being.

So, first of all, you need to allocate quality time for the visit. It is better to choose a day off or a day when you do not need to immediately return to work or other active activities. This will help avoid possible inconvenience caused by pain relief.

It won't hurt

First of all, you must take a deep breath and remember one immutable truth - the principle of “be patient for a while” is no longer acceptable in dentistry! Modern dentistry guarantees no pain during dental treatment! We guarantee this at Yulistom too.

Modern dental offices no longer look as intimidating as before.

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In the modern world, it is no longer fashionable to be afraid of dentists! Or as the hero of one joke said, you need to be afraid not of dentists, but of the amount that will be announced for treatment! In any case, it won’t hurt, feel free to go to the dentist!

What oral diseases does the dentist treat?

People turn to a dentist to treat diseases of all structures of the dental system - teeth and surrounding tissues, oral mucosa, pathologies of the jaws, salivary glands, tongue and lips, and the temporomandibular joint. Various pathologies can affect any part of the dental system.

Pathological changes in tooth enamel (hypoplasia, fluorosis, wedge-shaped defect, formation of erosions, etc.). Disorders may be congenital or acquired. The pathology is expressed in the appearance of dark spots, irregularities, cracks, chips and is accompanied by increased sensitivity of the teeth.
Increased abrasion is an intensive reduction of hard tissues, leading to almost complete wear of the crown part of the tooth.
Hard tissue necrosis is damage to enamel and dentin, which causes the formation of defects on the surface of the teeth.
Increased tooth sensitivity, which is expressed by pain or discomfort when eating cold, hot, sweet or sour foods.
Various injuries of teeth, maxillofacial skeleton, jaw joints.
Dental caries is demineralization and destruction of hard tissues with the formation of a cavity inside the tooth.
Gingivitis is an inflammatory process in the gum tissue, accompanied by redness, pain and swelling.
Pulpitis is an inflammation of the connective tissue that affects the dental nerves and blood vessels. Characteristic symptoms are acute throbbing pain, swelling and redness of the gums.
Periodontitis is an inflammation of the tissues directly adjacent to the teeth. May lead to bone destruction. Characteristic symptoms are swelling, redness, pain when pressing.
Stomatitis is an inflammatory process that occurs in the oral mucosa. The pathology is expressed in redness, swelling of the mucous membrane (catarrhal stomatitis), the appearance of plaque, blisters and erosions (aphthous stomatitis), ulcers (ulcerative stomatitis) in the oral cavity, pain and burning when eating.
Periodontitis is an inflammation of the dental tissues (periodontal tissue), leading to the destruction of the root ligament with the bone tissue of the jaw and subsequent tooth loss.
Glossitis is an inflammatory process in the tissues of the tongue, accompanied by changes in its size, structure and color. The disease is characterized by burning, swelling, redness of the tongue, severe salivation, loss of taste, pain when chewing, swallowing food, and difficulty speaking.
Cheilitis is an inflammation of the lips at the border of their closure of various origins.
Pathologies of the maxillofacial joint (ankylosis, arthritis, dislocation) in which its mobility is impaired, facial asymmetry and sharp pain appear with any movement.
Flux is an inflammation of the periosteum that occurs as a complication of caries.
Malocclusions – deep, overlapping or crossbite, prognathia, progenia, etc.
Absence of teeth or their incorrect position in the dentition.

Plan your hike in advance

It is best if you plan a trip to the dentist in advance on the appointed day and time. This way you can prepare yourself in advance. Thanks to modern communications, you can make an appointment with a dentist via the Internet (as is practiced in the YuliSTOM network of dental clinics).

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When planning a visit to the dentist, try to schedule an appointment in the first half of the day! Your nervous system is balanced in the morning, and your body is full of strength. Naturally, by the evening the dentist will also be tired, so the best time to visit him is when you are both active and alert.

When should you see a dentist?

As a rule, a specialist is consulted if the following symptoms are present:

The teeth began to react to various irritants - cold, hot, sweet, sour foods.
The enamel of the teeth has darkened and whitish stripes or dark spots have appeared on it.
Your gums become red, swollen, or begin to bleed.
There is pain in the teeth when biting or chewing.
Mobility of teeth appeared.
The tooth has decayed.
Incorrect placement of teeth in the dentition.
Bite disorders.
There was an unpleasant odor from the mouth.
Having problems chewing, swallowing, or speaking.

Even in the absence of pathological symptoms, you need to regularly come to the dentist for a preventive appointment, because some diseases of the oral cavity at the initial stage occur without pronounced symptoms, and only a specialist can identify the emerging pathology.

Is it possible to be capricious?

In the dental chair, the patient may be capricious, feeling uncomfortable in front of the unknown (he does not know in advance whether it will hurt him and how much). The attending physician, naturally, is prepared for such a turn of events and will allow you to be capricious (if we are talking about private dental clinics) for some time to calm down. But in the end, you must have self-control and carefully follow all the instructions of the attending physician (both during and after dental surgery).

By following these simple recommendations, your trip to the dentist will be easy, painless and productive!
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What you need to know before visiting the dentist

What you need to know before visiting the dentist
Every person should visit the dentist from time to time. Even if you think your teeth are perfect, there is no guarantee that no problems will be found during the examination.

Don't plan too far ahead, but choose a day when you can definitely see the doctor. If the case is advanced and you are suffering from acute pain, the doctor will see you without waiting. In addition, you need to go as soon as the tooth begins to hurt badly: delay can lead to complications.

What should you think about when visiting the dentist for the first time?

Arrive early, about fifteen minutes before your appointment starts. You will need to get a card at the clinic and fill out a health questionnaire.
Avoid visiting if you suffer from an acute viral or bacterial disease of the throat and respiratory tract (sore throat, laryngitis, pharyngitis). Stay home, even if you don't have a fever.
Even a slight runny nose is a reason to postpone the examination. Otherwise it will be harder to breathe. Frequent breathing through the mouth contributes to increased humidity, which can affect the quality of the filling that is installed on the damaged tooth.
If you suffer from chronic diseases (diabetes, asthma), take with you everything that helps you during an attack. The dentist always has a first aid kit, but you know best which drug will most likely help you.

The appearance of herpetic stomatitis is a contraindication for visiting the dentist. Because of it, rashes appear on the mucous membranes, lips and skin, and this will seriously interfere, so first of all, visit a specialist who will help get rid of herpes.

Unless you have a good reason, do not miss or reschedule your dental appointment. If you change the date of your visit, three people will suffer from this:

you yourself, since the disease will continue to develop and you will not get better,
your dentist, since he was ready for your appointment and had already planned it,
that person who wanted to take your time by appointment, but couldn’t.

Visiting the dentist requires a responsible attitude.

The day before your appointment, do not drink alcohol - this reduces the effectiveness of painkillers - and especially do not drink immediately before visiting the office. Alcohol stays in the blood for 2-3 days. Also, do not smoke under any circumstances. But it’s worth having a hearty snack: you may have to go without food for another couple of hours after your visit to the doctor.

When planning to have lunch before going to the dentist, do not eat fish, onions and garlic. There is nothing fatal about this, but think about your specialist: he is unlikely to be pleased. Also be sure to brush your teeth properly using a brush and floss.

Treatment is preceded by a survey, so it is better to think through the main answers in advance. Think about whether you have had surgery, whether you have had serious illnesses, or whether you are currently taking any medications. Thanks to your answers, the doctor will select the appropriate medications.

If you have recently had tests, medical examinations, or still have pictures, take all the results with you.

After treatment, be sure to ask which brush you need to buy, which paste will suit you best. The moment is right: the specialist has carefully studied your oral cavity, so he knows what condition it is in and what care it needs.

We hope these tips will help make your visit to the dentist enjoyable and painless. Be healthy!

To encourage or not: is it worth promising rewards after admission?

The issue of gifts for good behavior is controversial. Many psychologists advise avoiding such motivation, fearing future manipulations on the part of the child. However, there are two rules that will allow you to provide a positive reinforcement of experience and at the same time exclude a negative algorithm:

Intangible reward. A visit to attractions, an interesting movie, or a relaxation in the routine will appeal to anyone and will leave positive emotions, enhancing the good impressions of a dental appointment or removing the negativity of a negative experience.
Random present. Of course, a surprise will be planned, but the children don’t need to know about it. An unexpected trip to the cinema, buying a desired toy or book will lift your spirits and give you a boost of positivity.

The reward after a preventive examination or treatment is the decision of the parents. But dental clinic staff often hand out small gifts, certificates or memorable stickers to young patients, leaving a friendly reminder of the meeting.

Preparing a 5-8 year old child for dentistry

Age is not easy. Children already have their own opinions, ignore fairy-tale scenarios and have experience communicating with doctors. Even if the first visits to the dentist were successful, a preschooler may suddenly be afraid of a new visit.

Tips for parents:

A detailed, correct story about the appointment - what the doctor will do, why you need to go to the dentist, what manipulations are possible.
Authoritative opinion - dad, older brother or sister can talk about dental treatment, emphasizing the painlessness of the procedures and the friendliness of the doctors.
Parents' trust - adults' emphasis on the fact that the doctor is wonderful increases the child's positive attitude.

Plaksina Margarita
“You shouldn’t ignore preparing for the reception of a schoolchild. Even with successful experience before! See for yourself. At the child’s previous appointment, for example, a baby tooth was removed. He did not cry and patiently endured dental procedures. But memories of slight discomfort could remain, and they could easily become the reason for refusing a new visit to the surgeon. Preparation will eliminate fear and help you communicate calmly with your doctor.”

Children's fear of the doctor

Many people know that we acquire all fears deep in childhood. Why is a child afraid of the dentist? The very appearance of a man in a white coat, with a large number of scary, incomprehensible instruments and instruments already inspires fear. His phobia can be affected by the fact that the baby sees how his mother or father are worried about him, or in the clinic itself the child can hear the crying of other children. The buzzing sounds of dental instruments will also frighten him. How to prepare a child and instill in him from childhood that dental treatment is not at all scary?

The right choice of specialist. Parents should choose a clinic with positive reviews, a dentist with extensive experience who knows how to find an approach to each child. Often, the child, seeing the “kind aunt,” begins to smile and the fear of the dentist goes away.
Positive attitude. It is necessary to explain to the child that after visiting the doctor he will only feel better and his teeth will not hurt. It is worth arguing why every child should visit the dentist and promptly treat caries or remove a diseased tooth.
Don't say unnecessary words. You cannot say the words “scary”, “don’t be afraid, everything will be fine” in front of him. After hearing these phrases, the child, without even knowing what dentistry is, will begin to be afraid of it on a subconscious level.
Make doctor visits a game. Invite your child to play as a doctor who treats his patient’s teeth, show that it’s not scary. It is also possible that you will promise to buy him something he wants (a toy) after the baby’s tooth is cured.
Showing a clear example. You can give your child an example of his friends who bravely went to the dentist. Or, as an example, describe the situation of how you treated your teeth. Tell your child about the positive experience of receiving a dental procedure.

If every mom and dad follow these rules, then the process of visiting the dentist will be more enjoyable for both the baby and the parents themselves. And, as a rule, childhood fear will not develop into dental phobia at a conscious age.

Comfort during treatment

In our clinic you will understand that dental treatment is not a scary procedure, but a completely pleasant process. Restoma dentistry guarantees you:

Friendly and respectful attitude towards each client;
A detailed story about all types of dental procedures;
Quality conversation. We are ready to answer any of your questions!
Acceptable prices;
Comfortable pastime. You can be distracted by watching an interesting movie on a modern TV monitor.
Guarantee after undergoing a dental procedure.
Receiving competent recommendations for further oral care.

Our clinic specializes in a wide range of services, namely:

Computed tomography of teeth
Prosthetics (crowns and implants)
Teeth whitening
Sealing
Treatment of caries, pulpitis, periodontitis
Installation of braces, retainers, aligners
Tooth extraction
Bone grafting
Surgery

If you experience pain or discomfort while eating, come to the Restoma clinic, Moscow. We can quickly and competently solve your problem, and also convince you that dental treatment is great! We are waiting for your call by phone or online to make an appointment!

The patient is an active party in the treatment process!

Every patient should be aware of their fundamental rights when seeking dental care. Article 20 of the Federal Law of the Russian Federation “On the fundamentals of protecting the health of citizens in the Russian Federation” tells us that before the procedure of medical intervention, every person has the right to familiarize himself with the possible consequences after treatment, with methods of providing assistance, after which he gives his written consent to carry out those or other procedures.

Also, every person has such rights as the right to freely choose a specialist, the right to maintain medical confidentiality. The dentist should not disclose information about the patient’s health status to other persons.

If a patient discovers that a specialist’s service was poorly performed, he may demand that the deficiencies be corrected free of charge, a reduction in the price for the procedure provided, or a free repeat dental procedure. The consumer will be able to reimburse all funds spent on a poor-quality procedure, demand legal expenses, compensate for moral damage caused, and losses associated with outside care. He can also reimburse the money that he was forced to spend on purchasing medications.

The patient can present his demands during the provision of the service or during the period of validity of the guarantee for the dental procedure. If the clinic does not provide any guarantees, then within two years from the date of receipt of the medical procedure.

State of health on the day of the dental clinic visit.

Let's move on to the most important points that you should know before visiting the dentist.

If you feel slightly unwell, have a slight cold, have a stuffy nose, have the flu, have an acute respiratory viral infection or herpes has “popped up”, you should reschedule your appointment until you are completely recovered. Dental intervention is also contraindicated for women during their menstrual periods. Here we note the importance of informing the doctor about the fact of pregnancy and breastfeeding.

At the appointment itself, the doctor will definitely ask you about allergic reactions to certain drugs, as well as what medications you are currently taking, so be prepared for these questions, because this will determine the dentist’s next steps.