Which department should I visit for dental inlays?
Disease description:
My tooth started decaying last year, and I didn't get it filled at the time. Now I notice it has become somewhat darkened. I would like to ask, if I want to get a dental restoration (crown), which department should I visit at the hospital?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Getting dentures usually requires visiting the prosthodontics department. However, the specific department may vary depending on the hospital's level and departmental setup. In large specialty hospitals, the prosthodontics department specializes in restoring missing teeth and maintaining dental arch integrity, so it should be the first choice for denture treatment. If a hospital does not have a separate prosthodontics department, patients can visit the general stomatology department or the restorative dentistry department, as both departments can handle dental issues related to dentures. Before visiting a hospital, it is advisable to understand its departmental structure and distribution to ensure more accurate department selection.
Denture placement is an oral restoration procedure that must be performed by a qualified dental professional, and choosing the correct department is very important. If in doubt, please consult a relevant physician.
