Tooth separation is the creation of an aesthetic contour using dental equipment. The procedure is carried out in the dental office and is completely painless, using a protective coating for the treated areas.
The doctor performs a saw cut along the contour to separate the site from the rest. This procedure is necessary for the possibility of installing braces or, if necessary, orthodontic correction of teeth. Enamel is abraded, while the maximum removal depth should be no more than 0.25 mm. This is necessary so as not to damage the sensitivity and integrity of the dental bone. This makes it possible to correct irregularities and correct the bite without removal. Many dentists use a separation method to establish a crown.
Many patients are concerned about a number of issues:
- in which cases separation of teeth is necessary;
- consequences of the procedure;
- the effectiveness of this method.
The main advantage of separation is that this correction method has no negative consequences for the patient. Using this method, any defects are corrected and all teeth are preserved. The procedure makes it possible to increase the space between the teeth, to correct the abnormal development of the jaw in very difficult cases. For this, special burs, files and other dental equipment are used.
Separation and its varieties
Dental separation is carried out using a drill or a specially designed nail file. This type of dental intervention is carried out in several ways:
- Physiological - this is the installation between adjacent teeth of temporary stretch marks to create free space.
- Mechanical is a partial removal of tooth enamel.
When is separation necessary?
The main indication and the main task of the separation process is the requirement to change the size or shape of the tooth, with the appearance of the free part for its displacement. This need appears in such situations:
- Treatment during delayed teething, namely during its retention.
- Correction of malocclusion and curvature with orthodontic instruments.
- The implementation of prosthetics, namely the preparation of a tooth or dentition for the installation of a crown in the form of a bridge prosthesis.
To date, coronoradicular tooth separation is considered the most optimal alternative to traditional removal during occlusal correction.
How is the separation process done?
The mechanical process occurs due to the turning of the protruding teeth at the sites of their contact with neighboring incisors. To perform this type of separation, devices of various types are used:
- Double or single sided disc for separation. The majority of dentists believe that this option is the most accurate and gentle. But in this case, much depends on the experience of the doctor himself. It is necessary to securely fasten the tip with the nozzle and carefully remove soft tissues with the mouth mirror to prevent injury.
- Special nail file.
At the end of the process, all sharp corners should be carefully sanded. To process turned parts, you can use a special material that during application will protect tooth enamel from subsequent destruction.
During the physiological separation process, wedges specially created for this are attached to the natural interdental fissures. They are set for a certain period of time, which, as a rule, is no more than one day.
The main advantage of separation
According to many dentists, tooth separation is currently the most gentle method of obtaining additional space between the teeth. This method has many advantages:
- During this process, healthy teeth are not damaged, respectively, there is no need to remove them.
- The procedure takes very little time and is relatively easy to carry out.
- You can get as much free space as you need to perform a certain manipulation.
- After separation is complete, it is not necessary to restore the bone tissue of the teeth.
- The process itself is painless, a person feels minor discomfort.
Disadvantages of separation
The process itself has virtually no flaws. Separation of teeth before and after (photo), proves how effective such treatment is.
Complications can occur very rarely and only in case of incorrect actions directly by the doctor. Side effects include the following facts:
- Local inflammatory process of gum tissue.
- Damage to the pulp with further death.
- High sensitivity of teeth that have been processed.
Aesthetic recommendations
What the separation of teeth before and after looks like, can be seen in the photo below. During treatment, it is imperative to observe the care and hygiene of the oral cavity. This procedure will require a special brush, paste and mouth rinse. While wearing braces, rinse your mouth thoroughly so that no leftover food remains.
To give a uniform and beautiful color, you can use whitening. This process can be performed at the dental clinic or at home.
During treatment, the enamel can change color, therefore it is imperative to perform an x-ray and examine the condition of the canals and the root of the teeth. A change in color may occur due to medication. Perfectly protect enamel and create a smooth surface with special veneers. Tooth separation involves adjusting the color to complete the treatment process and create the perfect smile.
The dentist must be consulted at least twice a year for an examination. This is necessary to maintain healthy teeth for many years. Separation can be performed at any dental clinic. After this procedure, a person who previously had defects becomes the owner of ideal and beautiful teeth.
Patient Reviews
For such a procedure, it is recommended to contact only trusted dental clinics, where experienced specialists work. In most cases, patients who have had tooth separation have positive reviews. Correction carried out in this way is painless and very effective, allowing you to create a beautiful, aesthetic look. Today, orthodontics has various methods that make it possible to carry out the treatment most comfortably, painlessly and effectively. The quality of such treatment depends entirely on the professionalism and qualifications of the dentist, therefore, the choice of a doctor should be taken seriously.