Prosthodontics articles

Mouthguards Are Not One Thing: Sports Guards, Night Guards, TMJ Splints & Sleep Apnoea Devices Explained

Chipped a Tooth? Treatment, Fillings and Repair Costs for Front Teeth and Molars

A dentist explains chipped tooth treatment: filling, inlay, crown — or does the tooth need to come out?

Full Mouth Rehabilitation (Occlusal Reconstruction)

Teeth that gradually shorten, fillings that chip again after repair, front teeth that thin and turn translucent — these do not necessarily mean a full mouth reconstruction is needed. This article explains which situations call only for controlling the causes and monitoring, and which call for whole-mouth occlusal planning.

Full-Arch All-on-4 Immediate Implants (Upper & Lower): From Failing Teeth to Fixed Teeth in a Day — A Real Case

The patient presented with multiple severely decayed and mobile upper teeth and a failing, inflamed implant in the lower jaw, assessed as unsuitable for tooth-by-tooth repair. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon extracted the remaining upper teeth and the inflamed lower implant and placed eight implants across both arches on the same day, with immediate provisional bridges fitted that day; after around three to four months of osseointegration, a prosthodontist delivered the final fixed bridges. Individual treatment results vary.

Denture Soreness and Chewing Difficulty: A Daily Care and Adjustment Guide for Older Adults

Older adults commonly experience chewing difficulty and gum soreness with removable dentures. This article explains the common causes, daily cleaning routines, when to seek adjustment, and how to adapt to wearing dentures.

Angular Cheilitis Causes Explained: Why Do the Corners of Your Mouth Keep Cracking? Dentist Guide to Fungal Infection, Dentures, and Vitamin Deficiency

Sore, cracking mouth corners are often angular cheilitis. Learn the common causes — saliva, Candida, dentures, vitamin deficiency — and when to see a dentist.

All-on-4 Full Mouth Dental Implants: A Complete Journey from Clinical Assessment to Metal-Ceramic Restoration

A step-by-step guide to All-on-4 full arch implants: digital assessment, healing with a temporary bridge, the final metal-ceramic restoration, and Hong Kong costs.

Oral Ulcers Explained: Causes, Severity, and Telling Harmless Sores from Red Flags

Mouth ulcers aren't always just 'heatiness' — sharp teeth, ill-fitting dentures and nutrient deficiencies can all be culprits. Learn the red flags to watch for.

Is it a must to crown the tooth after root canal treatment?

Root canal-treated teeth become brittle and prone to fracture. Find out why Hong Kong dentists usually recommend a crown to protect the tooth long term.

Hong Kong Filling Materials Guide: What the Procedure Involves and What to Ask Your Dentist

How dentists treat tooth decay in Hong Kong: when a filling is enough, when root canal treatment is needed, and how to care for your fillings afterwards.

Can You Delay Treating Cavities? Consequences and Worst-Case Scenarios

A small cavity won't heal by itself. Find out how untreated decay progresses, the real risks of waiting, and the warning signs that mean you should see a dentist now.

Tooth Decay (Cavities): Causes, Treatment, and Prevention Guide

Cavities don't only affect children — and a painless black spot can still be eroding your tooth. Learn the stages of decay and how dentists treat each one.

Four Factors That Affect Dental Filling Costs in Hong Kong

Why do filling prices differ between Hong Kong dental clinics? Four factors explain it: cavity location, size and depth, material and dentist expertise.

Missing a Tooth? How Dental Bridges Work and Whether They Suit You

How dental bridges replace missing teeth: the treatment steps involved, and how they compare with dentures and implants on stability, looks and cost.

Know more about Porcelain Veneers: Procedures and Risks

Thin ceramic veneers can reshape teeth, close gaps and mask stubborn discolouration with far less grinding than crowns — here's how treatment works.

Which type of removable denture is most suitable for you?

A clear guide to full and partial removable dentures — the pros and cons, the step-by-step fabrication process and what affects the cost.

Differences between the crown of primary and permanent teeth after root canal treatment.

Why crowns for children's teeth after root canal treatment are pre-made and fitted in a single visit, while permanent tooth crowns need impressions and lab work.

【Types of dentures】Exploring the distinction between removable vs fixed dentures

From complete dentures to flexible partials, learn the main types of removable dentures, how they differ, and how to choose the right option for missing teeth.

Crowns Explained: How a Dental Crown Caps a Tooth (Hong Kong Patient Guide)

A dental crown caps a tooth too damaged for a filling — from decay, wear or fracture — restoring its shape, strength and natural appearance.

HK Guide to Dentures vs Implants with Price Comparisons

Dentures, bridges, implants or All-on-Four? Compare chewing power, lifespan, treatment time and relative cost for replacing missing teeth in Hong Kong.

Dental Implants vs Bridges in Hong Kong: Subsidies, Longevity, Risks, and the Treatment Journey

Missing a tooth? Compare dental bridges and implants — procedure, recovery time, lifespan and risks — to find the right restoration for you.

How to Choose Between a Filling, Inlay, Onlay, or Crown

"This tooth needs a filling, while the other tooth is deeply decayed and needs an inlay." The patient looked at me in confusion and asked, "What's the difference between the two?"

How should I choose the materials of dental crown?

Gold, PFM, all-ceramic or zirconia? A practical guide to choosing the right dental crown material for strength, appearance, longevity and your budget.

Rescue White Spotted Teeth

White spots on teeth are early enamel decalcification, often seen after braces. Resin infiltration repairs them gently in a single visit — no drilling needed.