Illustrative photoDental check-up
We examine every tooth, your gums and the soft tissues of your mouth, with X-rays when needed to find decay between teeth and problems you can’t see.
Recommended every 6 months
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General dentistry Check-ups, scaling & fillings
Check-ups, scaling, fillings and fluoride are the foundation of a healthy mouth. Seeing a dentist every 6 months finds problems while they are still small, so treatment is simpler and more of your natural tooth is kept.
Every 6 monthsCheck-up and scaling
Tooth-coloured fillingsMost done in 1 visit
3 clinicsBangkok, Hat Yai, Pattani
What is general dentistry?
What is general dentistry?
General dentistry is everyday dental care for all ages: check-ups, scaling, fillings and prevention such as fluoride and fissure sealants.
Early decay and gum disease often have no symptoms. Regular check-ups let your dentist find small cavities and tartar before they spread, when they are much easier to treat than waiting until something hurts.
If decay reaches the nerve, you may need root canal treatment. If a lot of tooth has been lost, a crown may be needed.
- !SensitivityTwinges with sweet, cold or hot food can be an early sign of decay
- !Dark spots or holesDark or chalky spots, or a hole in the tooth surface
- !Food often gets stuckFood trapping between teeth can mean decay between them
- !Chipped toothA chipped tooth or lost filling should be repaired before it gets worse
Our services
General dentistry services
Your dentist will recommend what suits you after examining your mouth.
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Illustrative photoScaling and polishing
Removes tartar and plaque, polishes away tea and coffee stains, and includes advice on brushing and flossing. Helps reduce gum inflammation and bad breath.
For gum disease, see gum treatment
Illustrative photoFillings
The decayed part is removed and the tooth is rebuilt with tooth-coloured composite resin that blends with your natural teeth. Also used for chipped teeth and replacing old fillings.
For: decay, chips, leaking or lost fillings
Illustrative photoFluoride and fissure sealants
Fluoride strengthens the tooth surface and helps prevent decay. Fissure sealants cover the deep grooves on back teeth so food is less likely to get trapped.
For children, and adults at higher risk of decay
The process
What happens at your visit
Your dentist explains the treatment plan and cost after the examination, before starting any treatment.
History and examination
We ask about symptoms, medical conditions and medicines, then examine your teeth, gums and mouth.
X-rays (if needed)
To check for decay between teeth, under old fillings and the bone around the roots.
Treatment plan
Your dentist explains what was found, your options, the number of visits and the cost.
Scaling and polishing
Tartar and stains are removed, with advice on brushing and flossing.
Fillings (if there is decay)
Local anaesthetic when needed, the decay is removed, then the tooth is filled and shaped to fit your bite.
Most done in 1 visitPrevention and next visit
Fluoride or fissure sealants depending on your risk, and your next check-up booked in 6 months.
Every 6 monthsCheck-up and scaling
1 visitMost fillings are done in one appointment
3–6 monthsFluoride for people at higher risk of decay, as advised
Benefits
Why regular dental care matters
Problems found early
Small cavities are easy to fill before they reach the nerve and need root canal treatment
More natural tooth kept
The earlier decay is treated, the less tooth needs to be removed
Saves time and money
Basic care takes less time than treating problems that have spread
Healthy gums, fresher breath
Regular scaling reduces gum inflammation and helps prevent gum disease
Natural-looking results
Tooth-coloured fillings and stain removal help you smile with confidence
Care for the whole family
From young children to older adults, book together at a clinic near you
Results depend on each person’s oral health and home care.
Aftercare
Looking after your teeth after fillings and scaling
If anything feels wrong or you are unsure, message your clinic on LINE or WhatsApp.
After a filling
Aftercare: fillings
- Wait for the numbness to wear off before eatingSo you don’t bite your tongue or cheek. Tooth-coloured fillings set straight away under the curing light.
- Avoid hard food on the filled tooth at firstSuch as ice, bones or hard snacks, so the filling doesn’t crack or come loose.
- Temporary sensitivity is possibleWith hot, cold or sweet food. It usually improves within 2–3 weeks; if not, come back for a check.
- If your bite feels high or sore when chewingThe filling may be slightly too high. Come back to have it adjusted rather than leaving it.
- If the filling falls out, cracks or chipsSee your dentist soon to stop decay coming back.
- Brush twice a day and flossAnd have a check-up every 6 months so your dentist can check the filling.
After scaling
Aftercare: scaling
- A little bleeding at the gum line is normalIt usually stops by itself within 1–2 hours. Avoid rinsing hard.
- Teeth may feel sensitive or gums tenderCommon in the first 1–2 weeks. If sensitivity is strong, use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth.
- Brush as normalTwice a day with a soft brush, gently cleaning along the gum line.
- Sometimes a follow-up visit is neededIf there is a lot of tartar, it may not all come off in one visit.
- Tartar builds up againHave a check-up and scaling every 6 months.
FAQ
General dentistry questions
How often should I have a dental check-up?
Usually every 6 months, together with scaling. People at higher risk of decay or gum disease may need to come more often, as advised by their dentist.
Why do I need dental X-rays?
X-rays show decay between teeth, under old fillings and the bone level around the roots, which cannot be seen by eye. Your dentist takes them only when needed. Tell your dentist first if you are or may be pregnant.
What material is used for fillings?
Most fillings use tooth-coloured composite resin that blends with your natural teeth. Your dentist chooses the material based on where the cavity is and how large it is. If a lot of tooth has been lost, a crown may be recommended instead.
When can I eat after a filling?
Tooth-coloured fillings are set with a curing light straight away. Eat once the numbness has worn off so you don’t bite your tongue or cheek, and avoid very hard food at first.
How long does a filling last?
It depends on the size and position of the filling, your bite and how well you clean your teeth. Check-ups every 6 months help find leaks or cracks early.
Does scaling make teeth thinner or create gaps?
No, it does not thin the teeth. The scaler removes only tartar. Some people notice gaps because tartar that was filling the spaces between teeth has been removed, and teeth may feel sensitive for a short time.
Do adults need fluoride treatment?
It helps adults at higher risk of decay, for example frequent cavities, exposed roots, sensitivity, dry mouth or braces. Your dentist will assess your risk.
What are fissure sealants?
A thin coating over the deep grooves on the biting surfaces of back teeth, which reduces food trapping and helps prevent decay. Usually done for children when the permanent molars come through, around ages 6 and 12.
Book a check-up
Book a check-up and scaling near you
Message us on LINE or WhatsApp about your symptoms, or to book your 6-monthly check-up.
MDK@Silom
7 min walk from BTS Sala Daeng / MRT Silom
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