Frequently asked questions

Dr Elchin Abbasov is a DHA-licensed General Dentist in Dubai who first trained as a dental technician. He has more than 23 years of experience in dental technology and over 15 years in clinical dentistry; these periods overlap. His qualifications are listed on the education and experience page.

Dental technicians design and make crowns, veneers and other restorations. Having worked in that field, Dr Abbasov plans treatment with the finished restoration in mind, including its thickness, its edges and how it will look in the mouth. The clinical and technical approach page explains this in more detail.

You explain what you would like to discuss, and Dr Abbasov examines your teeth, gums and bite, taking records such as photographs or a scan where they help. If treatment may be appropriate, the options and their limitations are explained. The patient information page describes each stage.

No. You are welcome to take time to think, ask further questions or seek another opinion. Nothing is decided without your informed consent.

It helps to note what you would like to change, list your medicines and bring any recent dental X-rays or records. The guide to preparing for your consultation includes useful questions to ask.

A veneer is a thin layer of ceramic bonded to the front of a tooth, mainly to change its appearance. A crown covers the whole visible part of a tooth and is often considered when a tooth has lost more structure or needs more protection. Read more about porcelain veneers and dental crowns.

Assessment looks at how much healthy tooth remains, existing fillings, the bite, gum health and what you would like to change. Your dentist will discuss the options that may suit your teeth, including their limitations and any alternatives. Sometimes neither is needed.

Selected veneers, crowns and restorative cases may be completed in one visit where clinically appropriate, using design and milling in the clinic. This is decided after a clinical assessment, and more complex cases may need more than one appointment. See same-day dentistry for more.

Factors include gum health, the bite, how many teeth are involved, the material needed and whether any other treatment must come first. Some cases simply benefit from more time between stages. Understanding same-day care explains these factors.

An intraoral scan uses a small handheld camera to build a 3D digital model of your teeth, often in place of traditional impression material. The model is then used for planning and design. Read more about intraoral scanning.

CAD/CAM stands for computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing. A restoration is designed on screen and then made from a block of material, either in the clinic or by a laboratory. See CAD/CAM and in-clinic milling.

Dr Abbasov's work with implants is on the restorative side: the crown, bridge or prosthesis that attaches to an implant. The implant itself may be placed by a suitable clinician as part of a coordinated plan. See implant-supported restorations.

Often an existing implant crown can be reviewed and, where appropriate, replaced. The implant and surrounding gum and bone need to be assessed first, and records from your previous treatment can help. Bring any details you have to your consultation.

Brush twice a day, clean between your teeth and keep regular check-ups and hygiene visits. If you grind your teeth, your dentist may discuss a protective night guard. More advice is in caring for restorations.

There is no fixed lifespan. It depends on the material, the bite, habits such as grinding, and how well the teeth and gums are cared for. Regular reviews help spot any changes early.

No. An enquiry or consultation request is not a confirmed booking. The team will contact you to discuss your request and arrange a suitable time.

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