Frequently asked questions

Usually every 4–6 months. If you drink a lot of coffee or tea, smoke, or build up plaque quickly, your dentist may recommend a shorter interval.

No. Scaling uses ultrasonic vibration on plaque and tartar and does not wear down tooth enamel. The feeling of “gaps” comes from the tartar being removed.

Gums that bleed when you brush, bad breath, yellow stains from plaque, red swollen gums, or sensitivity that lasts.

For the first 24 hours, limit very hot or cold food and drinks, dark-coloured food and drinks (coffee, tea) and smoking, so your gums can settle.

Brush twice a day, floss or use a water flosser every day, rinse with a fluoride mouthwash and replace your toothbrush every 3 months.

Modern filling materials typically last 3–7 years, or longer with proper care. Regular check-ups let us keep an eye on the filling.

When there is a large cavity, lasting pain, severe sensitivity, swollen gums or a discoloured tooth. Your dentist will take an X-ray to diagnose it.

With local anaesthesia and modern techniques, discomfort is kept to a minimum. Recovery usually takes 3–7 days, depending on the person and how closely the aftercare advice is followed.

A ceramic crown is recommended for back teeth, or for teeth that have lost a lot of structure, to protect the tooth and prevent it cracking later.

Every 4–6 months for a general check-up, a clean to remove plaque and to catch problems early.

On average 12–24 months, depending on how misaligned the teeth are and the method (braces or clear aligners). An assessment visit gives you a clear estimated timeline.

Usually there is only mild soreness for the first 3–5 days after each adjustment or new set of aligners. Eat soft food for a few days and clean carefully as instructed.

You need to wear a retainer as instructed to keep the result stable in the long term. Regular check-ups help control the risk of relapse.

A mini-screw is a small medical titanium screw placed temporarily in the jawbone as a fixed anchor point, helping move teeth more precisely. It is usually used to move a whole arch back, close spaces after extractions or missing teeth, upright or intrude teeth, or for severely misaligned teeth.

Most misalignment cases can be treated with clear aligners; however, complex cases may need braces or a combination. Your dentist will advise after an examination.

Whether extractions are needed depends on the degree of crowding, the jaw relationship and the aesthetic goal. Asahii prefers the most conservative option.

Some people may feel mild sensitivity, which goes away after 24–48 hours. Asahii uses a suitable concentration and a desensitising gel to keep you comfortable.

Veneers aim to preserve tooth structure and usually need only a very thin layer of enamel to be removed. Your dentist will advise depending on your case.

Depending on the technique and care, veneers can last 10–15 years and whitening 6–18 months. Your oral hygiene and diet directly affect how long the colour lasts.

In-clinic whitening gives faster results and better control of sensitivity; at-home whitening is convenient and lets you choose your time. Your dentist will recommend the option that suits you.

Veneers placed for the right reasons and with the right technique do not weaken teeth; they also protect the enamel surface. What matters is preserving as much tooth structure as possible.

The procedure is done under local anaesthesia, so it is almost painless; you may feel mild discomfort for the first 1–2 days. Placing the implant takes about 20–30 minutes; the implant then needs 3–6 months to integrate with the bone before the ceramic crown is fitted.

People with missing teeth who are in stable general health and have enough jawbone volume. Where bone has been lost, a bone graft can make implant placement possible.

With proper care, implants can last 15–20 years or more. Careful cleaning and regular check-ups help them last as long as possible.

Keep the new implant area clean, brush gently, use floss or a water flosser, avoid smoking and come back for check-ups as scheduled.

When the jawbone has receded a lot or there is not enough bone volume to support the implant. Your dentist will advise after a Cone Beam CT scan.