NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - PAGE 14

Mouth cancer causes more deaths per number of cases than breast cancer and cervical cancer however awareness of it is relatively low. New cases have increased by 49% in the last decade and 135% compared to twenty years ago. Last year, 2722 people in the UK died from mouth cancer. The key risk factors are: - Tobacco use including chewing betel nut - Excess alcohol (those who smoke and drink heavily are up to 30 times more likely to develop mouth cancer)- Poor diet - HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) transmitted t… READ MORE

Christmas is around the corner and we have two amazing special offers for you: OFFER 1Philips ZOOM LED and laser tooth whitening for 2 for just £500 including a FREE take home kit and whitening gel. Our normal fee is £795 per person, resulting in a saving of over £1000!* We have only 10 kits available, so don't miss out and contact us today.OFFER 2Book you first dental hygiene appointment with us in December and receive a FREE Colgate Omron 250+ tooth brush worth £49.99! This is not a typo- simply book your… CONTINUE READING

Our case of the months for November is a simple yet effective teeth straightening case involving the lower front teeth. Straightening lower front teeth has a number of benefits which include: Improved aesthetics Improved access for cleaning Improved anterior guidance (bite) Reduces damaging forces on the edges and reducing tooth wear Improved contact For those of you who are not dentally trained, point 3 is how the lower teeth move up against the upper teeth forwards, right and left movements. The… READ MORE

Our case of the month for October 2018 is one which involves a fully customised crown. What is this, you may ask. Well, we mainly advise a fully customised crown for single front teeth where the aesthetics are incredibly important. Essentially, this technique is the very best we can offer in terms of aesthetic dentistry. The process involves:1. Full planning and diagnostic wax up if required. 2. Initial shade testing at the laboratory to ensure the base shades are all correct 3. Preparation of the front to… CONTINUE READING

Pregnancy causes hormonal changes to a woman's body and increases their risk of developing oral health problems including tooth decay, gingivitis or periodontitis. Research shows that almost 70% of pregnant women at some stage during the pregnancy will develop some oral health problems which can have a detrimental effect on both mother and the unborn child. Pregnancy gingivitis (gum inflammation) is the most common condition in pregnancy and is caused by poor oral hygiene (mainly plaque) and increased horm… READ MORE

Our case of the month for September involves a dental implant to replace a missing molar tooth. Initially, the tooth was lost due to extensive tooth decay that was not treatable. This resulted in a space which affected eating. Although back teeth are not particularly visible, it is important to replace them for a number of reasons: Restore the bite Prevent movement of the adjacent teeth Prevent movement of the opposite teeth Preserve the jaw bone Aesthetics if visible on smiling In our case, the m… READ MORE

Our case of the month for August involves a combination treatment called ABC. A is for alignment. Teeth straightening initially will not only give a greater aesthetic appearance but allow for further cosmetic treatments with a minimally invasive approach. B is for bleaching. Whitening your teeth can make a huge difference to your smile and self confidence. C is for cosmetic bonding. Teeth can be enhanced with bonding to the existing tooth structure rather than cutting away healthy enamel for veneers for … READ MORE

Our case of the month for July 2018 involves teeth straightening using lingual braces. Lingual braces are placed on the inside of the teeth rather than on the outside, which makes them the only INVISIBLE brace. If you dread the thought of traditional metal train tracks or just could not commit to the regimented regime of Invisalign, this could be the technique for you. Here is our case: Before lingual braces; the upper lateral teeth are slightly behind the central and the lower teeth are heavily crowded… READ MORE

Do you have a fear of the dentist? Are you scared of the dental drill? Are you a needle phobic? If the answer to the above is yes, we can help. We are experts in providing virtually pain free dentistry and use the latest technology to offer alternatives to the dreaded dental drill and needles. Here are some ways that we can make dental treatment more comfortable and stress free: Waterlase i Plus Laser The Waterlase i Plus laser is an amazing, highly sophisticated device which can perform many functions, … READ MORE

Dental implants are the best way to replace a single missing premolar tooth; at present there is no alternative that can offer the same benefits as dental implants. These include: 1. A fixed tooth to replace the missing one2. The adjacent teeth do not need cutting down3. Preservation of the bone and gum tissue4. Restoring function to that of the natural tooth5. Excellent aesthetics as the new tooth emerges from the gum line6. Dental implants cannot decay7. Longer lasting than traditional alternatives such a… CONTINUE READING