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Cashless Dentistry

Date :09-Jul-2020 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

CASHLESS DENTISTRY Today Mr.John came to us for replacing his missing tooth. After the initial examination, we recommended him a couple of options such as usual Crown & Bridge or a single implant. Since Bridge requires enamel removal of adjacent teeth we advised him that the best replacement would be an implant that exceeds his budget. John wished to do implant but spending such a huge amount was quite challenging for him. At times like these, to help patients like John, we have partnered with Bajaj Finance to provide financial assistance for dental treatments. With interest-free EMI from

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Facts you should know about X-Rays during Root canal treatment

Date :24-Jun-2020 Author :Dr Seby Varghese

FACTS ABOUT RADIOGRAPHS (X-RAYS) DURING ROOT CANAL TREATMENT   Dental radiographs are often essential for diagnosis and treatment of conditions that can threaten a patient's oral and general health. Many disease processes of the teeth and surrounding tissue may not be apparent in a visual examination by the dentist. Radiographs provide the only means for the dentist to "see" inside and between the teeth. In the absence of radiographs, disease may be undetected until more obvious signs and symptoms develop, at which more time consuming, extensive, and expensive treatment may be requ

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Responsible Dentistry !

Date :12-Aug-2019 Author :Dr Seby Varghese

Kindly Read my Atricle published in IDA Times,Indias NO1 Dental News Letter. This paper is presented in the Indian Dental Association National COnferance Heald at Odish 2018. IDA Times-No 1 National Dental News Letter   Thank you, Dr Seby Varghese.

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3D printing In Dentistry

Date :29-Jun-2019 Author :Dr Seby Varghese

 ദന്ത സംരക്ഷണത്തിനും ഇനി ത്രീ ഡി സാങ്കേതിക വിദ്യ    കൊച്ചി: ത്രിമാന സാങ്കേതിക വിദ്യ ഇനി ദന്തസംരക്ഷണത്തിനും പ്രയോജനപ്പെടുത്തും. ത്രീ ഡി ഉപയോഗിച്ച് കമ്പിയിടാതെ തന്നെ നിര തെറ്റിയ പല്ലുകൾ നേരയാക്കാനുള്ള സൗകര്യം ആരംഭി

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SMILE STORY

Date :29-Dec-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Cosmetic Teeth Filling with Composite This patient came to us unhappy with the gaps between her front teeth. She was less than a week away from her big day and wanted a quick solution for a happy smile. In 1 hour visit, no injection, no drill, Dr.Seby varghese,our award winning cosmetic dentist in India was able to close the gap with composite bonding, which resulted in regain her natural smile. In short, she was very pleased with the outcome as the gaps are no longer visible.         Composite Filling - Before & After What is a Filling? A filling is a way to re

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Dental Tourism

Date :10-Nov-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Dental Tourism In Kerala Kerala has been a popular destination for foreign patients for many years, particularly in dental care. Kerala’s accessibility and availability of quality assured and cost-effective treatments, has fostered the bloom of “dental tourism. Kerala has been famous for ayurveda, advanced healthcare facilities, heritage sites, and hospitality. Kerala is your ideal destination when it comes to availing world class dental as well as medical treatments.   At ‘Facets’, we offer finest quality and affordable dental tourism services to all who visit

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Snore No More !

Date :10-Nov-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

STOP SNORING! Snoring happens when you can't move air freely through your nose and throat during sleep. This makes the surrounding tissues vibrate, which produces the familiar snoring sound. Causes of snoring Being overweight Alcohol, smoking, and medications Sleep posture Nasal and sinus problems Age etc... Facing problems because of snoring? We can help you control your snoring with our oral appliance called Silensor. The Silensor is a Mandibular Advancement Splint (oral appliance) is worn at night to stop or reduce snoring to an acceptable level. Get a good nights sleep without snori

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Bajaj Finance in Dentistry

Date :27-Oct-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

 BAJAJ EMI FOR DENTAL TREATMENTS Bajaj EMI from Bajaj Finance, have made dental treatments more affordable and available to everyone. Moreover in this scheme the patient can choose to pay through EMI if the treatment cost is over 10000 Rupees. In brief Patients who are unable to pay the entire cost of a treatment at a single time can use this option and avail dental services. One of the main advantages of using the Bajaj Finserv EMI Card is that you get easy and flexible EMI options, which can be stretched to 24 months.   For further details about Dental EMI service and cost of t

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Teeth Grinding

Date :27-Oct-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Teeth Grinding Teeth grinding (bruxism) can be a serious problem. It may lead to damaged teeth, jaw disorders, headaches and other oral health concerns. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS If you notice any of the following symptoms, you may be experiencing bruxism: Rhythmic contractions of the jaw muscles A grinding sound at night, which may disturb the sleep of someone who you share a room with Jaw muscles that are tight or painful Popping or clicking of the temporomandibular joint Long-lasting pain in the face Damaged teeth, broken dental fillings and injured gums Headache Swelling (occasio

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Why Replace Missing Teeth?

Date :06-Oct-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Why it's Important To Replace Missing Teeth? Missing Teeth can be challenging, fortunately there are several options available to replace. Moreover it can also make chewing more difficult. In addition remaining teeth will drift to extracted tooth area. Tooth lose can cause immediate problems with eating, speech and other basic activities. Missing teeth bring an older appearance to face. Also It can affect your, general health, appearance and self esteem. As us about our options to replace missing teeth. Dentures

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Care After Fillings!

Date :06-Oct-2017 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Tooth Filling- After Care After tooth filling, your mouth will feel numb for 1 – 3 hours. So it is important not to chew on the numb side to avoid injury to tongue or soft tissue. Do not disturb the filled area for the first two hours after the filling. Be careful to take proper medicines as prescribed by the Doctor. As temporary fillings won't last long please get it made permanent at the next appointment itself. Always remember An Early Filling Saves your Teeth! Learn more about different types of fillings . Book an appointment with our dentist at the earliest. 

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Endodontic Therapy

Date :26-Feb-2016 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

The pulp of your tooth, which contains the nerve and tiny blood vessels, can become infected. The pulp has a limited ability to heal itself. This infection can be caused by a deep cavity that reaches the centre of the tooth causing the pulp to die.Causes:A traumatic injury to the tooth an extensive preparation (drilling) of the tooth. The extensive preparation may have been done to prepare the tooth for a crown (cap) or other large preparation for a restoration.The pulp may or may not abscess immediately in these cases. It may take years for a problem to develop. The infected pulp tissue may o

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Periodontal Disease

Date :26-Feb-2016 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Periodontal disease is an infectious process classified according to how much damage has been done to the structures surrounding the teeth, namely the gingiva (gums) and bone. It is an infection in your mouth. It can happen anytime, around any teeth, affecting some or many of your teeth to varying degrees. There are genetic predisposing factors to periodontal disease, and our immune systems play a role in gum health, but it is usually related to how well you are able to keep your teeth clean through proper oral self-care. The better you clean your teeth to remove all the plaque bacteria, the l

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Holistic Dentistry in Kochi

Date :30-Nov-2015 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Holistic dentistryHolistic dentistry (also known as alternative dentistry, biologic dentistry, integrative dentistry, biocompatible dentistry or unconventional dentistry) considers patients Oral health in the scheme of their entire physical, emotional and sometimes even spiritual health. Prevention and reversal of dental diseases with proper nutrition Bite and TMJ treatment Gum diseases can be prevented. It can also be treated without surgery. Metal fillings (amalgam and crowns) which contain potentially irritating and    toxic metals may need to be avoided. Existing metal

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Ceramic Veneers

Date :03-Jun-2014 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

TREATMENT TIME REQUIRED FOR CERAMIC VENEERS 3 office visits, 1- 4 hours each in 5 days time. Maintenance Have a professional cleaning 3-4 times per year Avoid use of ultrasonic scalers and air abrasives during hygiene office visits Take special care when biting into or chewing hard & sticky foods Must wear Nightguards to protect from night teeth gringing. See dentist for resealing of margins as needed Results Glazed, natural appearance and effective masking of stains Treatment Longevity 5-12 years Advantages Less chipping than bonding Extremely good bond to enamel Mi

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Complete Denture at Facets Dental Clinic Kochi

Date :14-Apr-2014 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Dentists and staff in Facets Dental  Clinic Kochi  will be happy to provide you with maximum information regarding dentures on your arrival to the dental practice.For your minimal understanting please continue reading.Treatment Time2-5 office visitsMaintenanceClean after meals to remove and prevent stains on dentureResultsEsthetically pleasing results are possibleTreatment Longevity5-10 years; tooth fracture may occur (but is easy to repair), and relining may be necessary during this timeAdvantages Excellent esthetics possible More youthful appearance obtainable Supports lips an

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Acne scar Reduction with Dermapen

Date :25-Nov-2013 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Acne scar Reduction with DermapenAcne treatments for most are long term and can result in scarring. There are multiple causes of acne including hormone dysfunction, allergies, environmental factors and nutrition deficiencies. Acne scars result after skin follicles become blocked by excessive oils and the physiology of keratin and old skin cells trigger an inflammatory response reaction. The skin will attempt to heal and the scar tissue results as the collagen becomes deformed and thickens. How to treat acne scars/ surgical scars using dermapen microneedlingThere are many treatments for acne s

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Sealants and Fluoride

Date :28-Jun-2013 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Dentists and staff in Facets Dental Clinic Kochi will be happy to provide you with maximum information regarding Dental Selants on your arrival to the dental practice. For your minimal understanding please continue reading. Dental decay can develop at any time, regardless of a person’s age. A change in diet, change in lifestyle, change in oral self-care habits, the use of prescription medications, or a change in systemic health due to the normal aging process can all affect caries (decay) susceptibility. Few people remain completely free of decay. Proper oral self-care on your part and

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Extraction

Date :28-Jun-2013 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

The most common reason for extraction is tooth damage due to breakage or decay. There are additional reasons for tooth extraction: Severe tooth decay or infection (acute or chronic alveolar abscess). Extra teeth which are blocking other teeth from coming in. Severe gum disease which may affect the supporting tissues and bone structures of teeth. In preparation for orthodontic treatment (braces) Teeth in the fracture line Teeth which cannot be restored endodontically Fractured teeth Supenumerary, supplementary or malformed teeth Prosthetics; teeth detrimental to the fit or appearance

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Bleaching

Date :28-Jun-2013 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

Treatment timeIn office: 1-3 treatment as needed, about 30-90 min eachHome: for 1-12 months, depending on stain severityMaintenance    Brush thoroughly after meals to remove plaque.    Avoid smoking and stain – causing foods (eg, coffee and tea)    Have a professional cleaning 3-4 times per year.ResultsDeep yellow stains can be considerably lightened; brown and gray stains are much more difficult to bleachTreatment LongevityIndefinite, although annual touch – ups may be requiredAdvantages  Safe  Usually painless to adults

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Fillings

Date :28-Jun-2013 Author :Dr. Seby Varghese

To treat a cavity your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then "fill" the area on the tooth where the decayed material was removed.Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse (such as from nail-biting or tooth grinding).TYPES:Fillings are catagorised into Temporary and Long term fillings.Long Term Fillings:Today, several dental filling materials are available. Teeth can be filled with gold; porcelain; silver amalgam (which consists of mercury mixed with silver, tin, zinc, and copper); or tooth-colored, plastic, a

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