NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - Treatments - PAGE 17

On some occasions, straighter teeth are required right away. This may be due to a wedding or an important social occasion. Once such case is highlighted below. The big day was within a week and straighter teeth with even edges was requested. Luckily, our Principal Dentist is experienced in the very latest cosmetic techniques to be able to transform the smile on the same day. The treatment carried out was cosmetic bonding using Empress direct composite, the very latest and most aesthetic material avai… READ MORE

Social 6 lingual braces are the truly invisible brace. They are placed on the inside of the teeth so that no one will know you are having your teeth straightened. This is an excellent brace for mild to moderate crowding of teeth or closing small spaces. A typical example is shown below: Overlapping front tooth Straight teeth and whiter too! This demonstrates how changing your smile can be totally invisible, quick and pain free. There is no need for needles, damaging or cutting teeth or any invasive t… READ MORE

Our case study today demonstrates the effect that invisible braces can have. The original scenario was a patient with crooked teeth who was unwilling to smile. After only a few months of invisible braces, the smile was transformed resulting in a beaming smile! The before and after photographs highlight the excellent result achieved. crooked front teeth straight teeth in only a few months! This result was achieved using social 6 STB braces by Dr Nissit Patel. If you are interested in transforming you… READ MORE

The best way to understand a treatment is by seeing the results that have been achieved. This way, you can visualise what the treatment could do for you and the enormous benefits available. Social 6 braces have a number of benefits. The main one is that the technique is totally invisible. No one will know you are wearing a dental brace and straightening your front teeth. The treatment can also be very quick which is an obvious benefit.… CONTINUE READING

Our practice policy is to run an amalgam free clinic. We do not place amalgam restorations at all. Why do we adhere to this policy? We believe that modern materials using adhesive technology are a far superior alternative to old fashioned amalgam fillings. We do have safe procedures to remove amalgam fillings. We routinely use rubber dam to protect the airway and prevent the amalgam from being swallowed or inhaled. Please ask us to assess your amalgam fillings and determine if a suitable replacement witho… READ MORE

The question is often asked 'what is the best filling for my tooth?' The answer lies in the material which is most like a natural tooth. The options range from amalgam (metal fillings), white fillings, gold fillings or porcelain inlays/onlays. The benefits of porcelain inlays/onlays are: It is 100% bio compatible. It will not shrink in the mouth. It is not affected by water/saliva/heat or cold. It has a wear strength similar to tooth with adequate thickness and properly polished/glazed. It looks j… READ MORE

Dental implants are the recognised gold standard to replacing missing teeth. The dental implant actually replaces the lost root of the tooth, or the foundation. This is possible due to phenomenon called 'osseointegration'. This process is where the jaw bone is actually able to grow around and attach to the implant creating an incredibly strong bond. Once this bond has occurred, then a new tooth can be fabricated which will attach into the implant. Sounds simple? Well, in simple cases yes. If there is plenty… CONTINUE READING

The best way to understand a treatment is by seeing the results that have been achieved. This way, you can visualise what the treatment could do for you and the enormous benefits available. Social 6 braces have a number of benefits. The main one is that the technique is totally invisible. No one will know you are wearing a dental brace and straightening your front teeth. The treatment can also be very quick which is an obvious benefit. Below are some before and after photographs of social 6 braces. Fr… READ MORE

Teeth whitening is the most popular form of cosmetic dentistry. Achieving a brighter, whiter smile is not limited to celebrities and A list stars. Tooth whitening is a treatment available to all. We believe that for excellent cosmetic dental results with tooth whitening, a take home system is vital.Initially, impressions are taken of your teeth. These are then sent for very accurate tooth whitening trays to be made. The next step is vital- the demonstration. We will show you how to effectively use the take… READ MORE

Social 6 braces are the truly invisible cosmetic brace. They are attached to the inside of the teeth so hidden from view. They are ideal for mild to moderate crowding and minor spaces, making the technique a truly cosmetic one.If you are concerned about crooked front teeth, which may be due to overlapping, teeth sticking out, teeth going inwards or small spaces then social 6 braces may be the ideal solution for you. One of the common reasons for these issues, is relapse after braces many years ago.Did you k… READ MORE