PHILOSOPHY

Our Philosophy

Evidence · Preservation · Direct Care · Aftercare. Four principles Yeonhap never compromises on.

Our Standard

Yeonhap's Four Care Principles

At Yeonhap Dental Clinic, two Integrated Dentistry specialists provide care. We review diagnostic information and oral findings together, consider whether a natural tooth can be preserved before extraction, and explain treatment and follow-up guidance according to the current condition and care plan.

Evidence-Based Diagnosis

We review the current oral condition and diagnostic information together, then explain treatment options and planning.

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We consider Q-Ray images, oral examination findings, panoramic radiographs and previous records together to distinguish cavities needing treatment from lesions that can be monitored.
Chief Director Ahn Seong-jin selects the references used in our guidance. We distinguish our clinic's own clinical criteria for treating or monitoring a site and its usual six-month examination interval from the cited evidence.

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Natural Tooth Preservation First

Before extraction, we first review whether the natural tooth can be preserved. The treatment approach is explained based on the tooth condition and diagnosis.

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Depending on the extent of a cavity, we consider a resin filling, inlay or crown.
For decay reaching the pulp, we first consider whether pulpotomy could preserve the tooth.
If root canal treatment does not resolve the problem, we first consider retreatment. If retreatment fails, we consider apical surgery, and then extraction if necessary.

Care with a Family Mindset

We explain the current condition and treatment options together, along with the care plan and relevant follow-up guidance.

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Chief Director Ahn Seong-jin and Director Jeong Yun-sik, both Integrated Dentistry specialists, provide care directly. The treating dentist follows the consultation, surgery and prosthetic care.
Before considering bone grafting for an implant, we look for a position with sufficient remaining bone within the prosthetically feasible range.

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Follow-Up Care Guidance

We explain the necessary aftercare and follow-up schedule. The care plan can vary depending on the treatment and individual condition.

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We usually recommend a check-up every six months even without symptoms. More frequent checks may be advised for severe gum disease or diabetes.
Clean around the implant prosthesis with a toothbrush and interdental brush every day, and have it checked every six months. Peri-implantitis has been reported less often among patients who receive regular maintenance.

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