What Is a Flender wedge?
A flender wedge is a small, triangular tool that we gently insert between the tooth being treated and the adjacent tooth. Although itâs in place for only a short time, its effects are long-lastingâprotecting neighboring teeth and helping us achieve a seamless, precise fit for your restoration.
3 Reasons We Use a flender wedge During Treatment
1. It Protects Adjacent Teeth
When shaping a tooth for a dental crown treatment, we use high-speed tools that need to be extremely precise. The wedge acts as a protective barrier, preventing any accidental damage to the healthy enamel of the tooth next to it. This small step helps avoid future dental problems and preserves your natural teeth.
2. It Helps Achieve a Natural, Snug Fit
Patients who come to us from other clinics often say,
"Food keeps getting stuck next to my new crown."
This issue arises when the contact point between two teeth is not properly restored. By using a flender wedge, we create the ideal amount of separation during the procedure, allowing us to design a crown or filling that fits perfectlyâjust like your natural teeth. This ensures:
- No food getting trapped
- Healthy gums
- Easy, effective flossing
This level of precision is one of the reasons patients trust us for root canal treatment in Kakinada and crown work.
3. It Prevents Tooth Sensitivity
By preventing accidental contact with adjacent teeth, the flender wedge helps maintain the enamelâs integrity. This reduces the risk of post-procedure sensitivity, ensuring your new crown or filling feels comfortable from day one.
Why Patients Choose Us
At Srinivasa Multispeciality Dental Hospital, we go beyond just fixing teethâwe focus on quality, longevity, and patient comfort. Whether youâre visiting us for a root canal treatment, a dental crown, or any other procedure, we incorporate these small tools and techniques to give you the best possible outcome.
Our attention to detail is what makes us stand out as one of the best dental hospitals in Kakinadaâand why many patients consider Dr. D.V.S. Kiran Raju among the best dentists in Kakinada.
We believe in empowering our patients by explaining the why behind every step of treatment. Using a flender wedge is just one example of how we prioritize excellence in every procedure.
Have questions about your crown or root canal?
Or looking for a clinic that combines precision with compassion?
Weâd love to welcome you for a consultation at our clinic.
Stay healthy and keep smiling,
Dr. D.V.S. Kiran Raju, M.D.S
Srinivasa Multispeciality Dental Hospital
Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh