NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - Dental Tips

It's New Years Eve! Wow, how quickly has that year gone? Most of us will be glad to see the back of 2022 and hope that 2023 brings more stability. Alcohol is likely to be on the agenda tonight and why not indeed. Here, we have a few dental hygiene tips on how to look after your teeth after indulging in a glass or two.… CONTINUE READING

It is a new year, Christmas is over and January is possibly the most depressing month of the year. However, a new year also means a new start and there is no better feel good dental treatment than tooth whitening. Everyone deserves whiter teeth and with modern technology, amazing results can be achieved. With a plethora of treatment methods on the market, it can be confusing which option to choose in terms of best results and costs. We will therefore provide a guide to over the counter tooth whitening vs pr… CONTINUE READING

If you are thinking of transferring over to a private dentist but are unsure if the costs are worth it, there are many benefits you need to consider. Although we are lucky to get free or cheaper NHS healthcare in this country, sometimes paying more means getting more. If you are tired of waiting for treatment, you may want to transfer to a private dental company, here’s why.… CONTINUE READING

For some people, going to the dentist is a breeze, but for others, it’s nothing short of a horror situation. Unfortunately, it’s something we all need to do if we want to keep our teeth and gums fresh for years to come. Many people go to the dentist when they’re young, but then put it off for the next twenty years because they simply don t want to experience it again. However, going to the dentist at least once every six months is highly recommended and you’ll just need to be brave to get the outcome you wa… CONTINUE READING

The health of your mouth is critical to your overall health, which is supported by robust scientist evidence. Here are 10 tips to help maintain a healthy mouth and healthy body:1. Brush twice a day for two minutes. We prefer electric brushes. 2. Clean in between your teeth with floss or inter dental brushes every night. 3. Use plaque disclosing tablets occasionally. This will highlight where the deposits are building up allowing you to clean more effectively. 4. Waterjets are useful if you hate flossing.… CONTINUE READING

We are now into a new year, 2016 and what better way to start the year than transforming your smile. If you have a deadline in mind such as a special occasion, a holiday, a party or even your wedding now is the time to plan ahead. For example, here is list of how long treatments usually take: 1. Simple crowding: 1-3 months 2. Moderate crowding: 3-6 months 3. Advanced crowding: 6-12 months 4. Straightening and bite correction: 12-24 months 5. Porcelain veneers: 1 month 6. Tooth whitening: 90 minutes … READ MORE

As a dentist, I strive for excellence in all aspects of dentistry. In all indirect restorations, superb impressions are paramount for accurate recording of the prepared tooth/ teeth and surrounding soft mucosa, gingiva. It is all too easy to accept a sub optimal impression and ask the technician to 'do his best'. This is not acceptable. The working impression should replicate the patient as closely as possible. This will allow your technician to case an accurate impression and ultimately produce a well-fitt… CONTINUE READING

Did you watch the BBC documentary yesterday The Truth About Teeth? If not, it is well worth catching it on iPlayer. The programme highlighted significant statistics about dental attendance. Vast numbers of the population have not seen a dentist for many years. This is a shocking yet known reality.If you have not been to see a dentist for a while and are nervous about doing so, please feel free to give us a call just for a chat. We will talk to you about modern day dentistry and how many of the old fears ha… READ MORE

After fitting your orthodontic appliance (brace), it is important to follow some simple but important instructions. We have also provided some useful information and advice regarding after care.TOOTHBRUSHING AND ORAL HYGIENEOral hygiene is critical to the success of treatment. Please brush normally 2-3 times a day using a manual or electric toothbrush. It will be very difficult to floss your teeth but interdental brushes can still be used, which are very effective. The use of a mouthwash is advised on a re… READ MORE

It is Christmas eve and the big day is nearly here. Here are some use useful tips to avoid any dental disasters on Christmas day (when all dentists are closed!):1. Avoid hard, crunchy sweets especially if you have large fillings or have had extensive dentistry2. Drink from a cup or plastic glass rather than a bottle. An inadvertent knock could fracture an incisor! 3. Drink responsibly- falling over after a few too many may ruin your Christmas smile 4. If you grind your teeth at night please and have a nigh… READ MORE