General dentistry
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General dentistry focuses on protecting natural teeth, maintaining healthy gums and treating common dental concerns before they become more complex. At Tafur Dental Clinic Gibraltar, care is planned according to each patient’s symptoms, oral health, dental history and individual needs.
Our general dental services include preventive hygiene, dentures, root canal treatment, children’s dentistry and assessment of teeth grinding and bruxism. Following an examination, the clinical team will explain the findings and recommend the most appropriate next step.
Find the right area of care for your needs
Select a treatment below to learn what it involves, when it may be recommended and how it connects with your wider oral-health care.
Our general dental treatments
Scale and Polish
Professional dental cleaning removes plaque, hardened tartar and some external staining from areas that may be difficult to clean effectively at home.
Scale and polish appointments are commonly provided by Bianka, our dental therapist, with personalised guidance based on your teeth, gums, plaque levels and oral-hygiene needs.
Learn about scale and polish- Professional plaque and tartar removal
- Cleaning around the teeth and gumline
- Personalised oral-hygiene guidance
- Assessment of your individual cleaning needs
Dentures and Removable Prostheses
Removable dental prostheses replace missing teeth and can help restore appearance, speech and everyday function. Each appliance is planned according to the number and position of the missing teeth and the condition of the supporting tissues.
Explore removable prosthesesEndodontics and Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth. The objective is to remove the affected tissue, disinfect the internal canals and preserve the natural tooth where clinically possible.
Learn about endodontic treatmentChildren’s Dentistry
Children’s dental care focuses on prevention, early assessment and helping young patients become comfortable with dental visits. Advice can also be adapted as the child’s teeth, bite and cleaning abilities develop.
Visit our children’s dentistry pageTeeth Grinding and Bruxism
Teeth grinding or clenching can contribute to tooth wear, fractured restorations, jaw discomfort and morning muscle tension. An assessment helps determine whether a protective dental appliance or another approach may be suitable.
Learn about teeth grindingPrevention begins with individual assessment
Dental needs and risk levels differ from one patient to another. Recommendations should therefore be based on your oral health, dental history, gum condition, existing restorations and ability to maintain the teeth effectively at home.
Dental examinations
Reviews allow the clinical team to assess the teeth, gums, restorations and any symptoms that may require further investigation.
Professional hygiene
Professional cleaning may be advised according to plaque and tartar levels, gum health and individual oral-hygiene needs.
Personalised guidance
Advice may include brushing technique, interdental cleaning and recommendations for maintaining specific teeth, restorations or appliances.
What to expect from a general dental assessment
Discuss your concerns
Tell the clinical team about pain, sensitivity, changes you have noticed, previous treatment or anything affecting your daily comfort.
Clinical assessment
Your teeth, gums and relevant oral structures are assessed. Appropriate dental X-rays may be recommended when clinically necessary.
Individual recommendations
The findings and available options are explained so that you understand the proposed care and the next appropriate step.
General dentistry questions
How often should I attend a dental examination?
The appropriate interval is different for every patient. It depends on factors such as your dental history, gum health, risk of decay, existing restorations and current clinical findings. The dental team can recommend a suitable review schedule following assessment.
What does general dentistry include?
General dentistry includes preventive care, professional hygiene, diagnosis and treatment of common dental problems, root canal treatment, removable prostheses, children’s dental care and the management of concerns such as teeth grinding.
Is a routine scale and polish suitable for gum disease?
Not always. A routine scale and polish is preventive hygiene care. Patients with signs of periodontal disease may need a more detailed gum assessment and targeted gum disease treatment .
What should I do if I have severe dental pain?
Severe pain, facial swelling, dental trauma or a broken tooth may require urgent assessment. Contact the clinic so the team can understand the problem and advise on the appropriate next step.
Arrange a general dental appointment in Gibraltar
Contact Tafur Dental Clinic Gibraltar to discuss your concern, arrange an assessment or find out which area of general dental care may be appropriate for you.
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