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Metal-self ligating braces are an upgraded version or system of orthodontic brackets that have the ability to hold the orthodontic wire without additional ligatures. This helps prevent loss of orthodontic forces as the bracets self adjust the wires time to time. This helps in faster tooth movement, faster treatment meaning less treatment time as well as longer inter-appointment time and less appointments.

A metal-ceramic crown or PFM crown is a tooth coloured crown with excellent strength used for many decades to cover weak teeth. It has an inner core made of metal alloys Nickel, cobalt, chromium and has ceramic powder bonded and layered on it and baked in a sintering machine to provide high strength. PFM crowns have been used in back as well as front teeth, but PFM crowns lack the desired translucency for a natural looking appearance. Digitally made PFM crowns with warranty are available that have a precise fit, which cost slightly higher as compared to ordinary PFM crowns.

Missing few or all teeth can be replaced by partial or complete dentures. Dentures replace set of teeth or all the teeth in one jaw or both jaws. Dentures are available in a variety of materials and the best one can be judged by the dentist after a dental check up and detailed oral examination of the patient. Cost varies depending on the number of teeth to be replaced, the type of denture material and teeth used and technique of fabrication. Average life of a denture of a person is 5 years but may vary depending on the bone condition, habits, diet and systemic diseases for an individual.

With technological advances, it has become possible to correct teeth mal-alignment without braces. Invisalign treatment uses a set of trays (aligners) customized for moving teeth in their correct position and direction. Invisalign treatment does not need the placement of braces on the teeth which is conventionally done for orthodontic treatment. Hence, the treatment is highly esthetic and cosmetic and does not affect the appearance of an individual. It is highly recommended in individuals who cannot afford to compromise on their facial appearance like individuals from film and entertainment industry, models and professionals from marketing/hospitality industry.

With the advancement in ceramic materials in dentistry, it has become possible to have highly strong metal-free ceramic crowns that are made from zirconia and glass ceramics which are virtually unbreakable and also come with a warranty. All ceramic (or metal free ceramic) crowns are most aesthetic and have high strength as well as they do not deviate magnetic radiations like metal containing crowns do during MRI procedures. These crowns are well suited for front as well as back teeth.

Earlier and even till date, root canals are done in multiple visits (generally 2-3). But, with advanced technology in dentistry and understanding of the tissues of the teeth, root canal treatment can be performed in one single appointment by a specialist for root canals known as Endodontist. A single visit or sitting root canal is generally completed within One hour. Teeth with long term decay whose nerve (pulp) is dead, are ideal candidates of single visit root canal treatment. Teeth with extensive infection in bone and tooth surrounding areas are not indicated for single sitting root canal.