01 Dental Concerns
✓ Medically reviewed by Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar, Periodontist & Implantologist
Toothache, bleeding gums, a broken tooth, a gap you want closed. Whatever brought you here, start with the symptom and find out what usually causes it and which treatment may help.
Every guide below is written in plain language, and every concern is looked after at Clarus Dental Specialities by a dentist trained for that exact problem.
By calling or messaging, you agree to share your contact details with Clarus Dental Specialities for this enquiry.
Quick answer: Dental concerns are the symptoms that bring people to a dentist, such as tooth pain, bleeding gums, missing teeth, crooked teeth or stained teeth. Each guide below explains what usually causes the problem and which treatment or specialist may help, but only an in-person examination can confirm what is happening in your mouth. Clarus Dental Specialities in Koregaon Park, Pune is led by Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar, Pune's only US Board Certified Periodontist and Implantologist.
Before You Book
But if you want treatment backed by science and done by a US Board Certified Specialist, you're in the right chair.
02 Pain & Sensitivity
Discomfort in or around a tooth is the most common reason people call a dentist. These guides explain the usual causes and what to do next.
A toothache can come from decay, infection, a cracked tooth or gum trouble. Learn what different kinds of pain may mean.
Read the guide →A sharp twinge from hot, cold, sweet food or cold air, and the common reasons behind it.
Read the guide →Pain, swelling or stiffness at the back of the mouth, often from a wisdom tooth that cannot erupt fully.
Read the guide →Jaw pain, clicking or tightness that may relate to your bite, teeth grinding or the jaw joint.
Read the guide →Severe pain, facial swelling, a knocked-out tooth or a broken tooth, and what to do first.
Read the guide →03 Gum Problems
Healthy gums should not bleed, swell or smell. These four signs often point to gum disease, which is easier to treat early.
Gums that bleed when you brush or floss, which is usually a sign of inflammation.
Read the guide →Puffy, tender or red gums, and what commonly causes them.
Read the guide →A tooth that feels wobbly or has shifted, often linked to gum or bone health.
Read the guide →Bad breath that does not go away with brushing, and its common dental causes.
Read the guide →04 Damaged or Missing Teeth
When a tooth is chipped, cracked or gone, the right repair or replacement depends on how much of the tooth and its support remains.
05 Alignment & Appearance
Crowding, spaces and stains are often about confidence as much as health. These guides cover what can be changed and how.
06 Don't Wait on These
Most dental concerns can wait for a normal appointment. These cannot:
Call the clinic straight away and read our dental emergency guide while you wait. If swelling makes it hard to breathe or swallow, go to the nearest hospital emergency department instead.
07 Which Specialist
Different problems need different expertise. This is a quick guide to who usually looks after what at Clarus Dental Specialities.
Bleeding, swollen or receding gums, loose teeth and persistent bad breath.
Missing teethReplacing one or more missing teeth with dental implants.
Tooth pain and infectionDeep decay, abscesses and saving a tooth with root canal treatment.
Crooked teeth and gapsStraightening teeth and closing gaps with braces or aligners.
Wisdom teeth and jaw problemsImpacted wisdom teeth, surgical extractions and jaw concerns.
Stained or uneven teethWhitening, bonding, veneers and smile makeovers.
Broken or worn teethCrowns, bridges and dentures to rebuild damaged or missing teeth.
Children's dental problemsCare built around children, from cavities to baby tooth injuries.
Not sure where to startA thorough exam first, then a clear plan or the right referral inside the clinic.
08 Visit the Practice
See the full Clarus Dental Specialities clinic overview →
09 FAQ
Severe pain, facial swelling, fever with a toothache, a knocked-out tooth, a badly broken tooth or bleeding that will not stop should be seen the same day. Call the clinic straight away. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Pain that fades does not always mean the problem has gone. An infection or deep decay can keep progressing without constant pain, so it is safer to have the tooth examined soon.
Gum problems go to a periodontist, missing teeth to an implantologist, and crooked teeth to an orthodontist. If you are unsure, start with an examination at the clinic and you will be pointed to the right care.
Yes, pediatric dentistry is available, including sealants, space maintainers and root canal treatment for children.
No, specialist periodontal and implant care is available directly, without a separate referral.
Yes. Dr. Neel regularly reviews diagnoses and treatment plans from other clinics, particularly for gum health and implant cases.
Call or WhatsApp the clinic directly to schedule a convenient time. The clinic is open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Call or WhatsApp the clinic to describe what you are experiencing and book an examination with Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar.
This page provides general information about common dental concerns and does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment plan, or medical advice. Only an in-person examination can confirm what is causing a symptom. Please consult Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar or a qualified specialist for advice specific to your condition.
