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Jan 2018
19th
19th of January 2018

Replace Existing Veneers

Our case this month involved the replacement of existing veneers which were failing with new ones. For those of you who know very little about veneers, here are 5 key points:
 

  1. Porcelain veneers are placed over the facial surface of the tooth to improve the aesthetic appearance
  2. Almost all veneers require some level of tooth preparation i.e we have to cut your teeth!
  3. Veneers can change the symmetry of the teeth to golden proportions i.e even central, lateral, canine teeth for example. This is particularly useful when one tooth is small in comparison to the adjacent teeth.
  4. The veneer can be fully customized in terms of shade, differential contours, translucency at the edge, craze lines and light reflection.
  5. Porcelain can be bonded to tooth enamel extremely well with a bond strength of up to 95kg/cm3. However, the bond strength to dentine is much less. Therefore, minimal preparation is best into enamel only.


The end result of our case is fabulous and truly world class. Please take a look:
 


Jan 2018
10th
10th of January 2018

Dental Implants Replacing Missing Back Teeth

We forgot to post our case of the month for December! With the excitement of Christmas, this completely slipped our mind. Well here it is. A dental implant case which involves replacing missing back teeth. Although not a cosmetic issue as such, replacing missing back teeth can have a major impact on ones lifestyle. Being able to eat properly should not be underestimated. After all, eating is one of life's great joys. Dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth. If you have lost one, several or all of your teeth, implants are the gold standard replacement. Here are before and after photographs:
 


Jan 2018
2nd
2nd of January 2018

Happy New Year! 2018

We would like to wish you all a very happy New Year. Christmas is over and it is the annual time of making those resolutions and having a detox. Well, here is one to start; a dental hygiene appointment to start the year. After all the Christmas excess, sugary foods and drinks, there is no better way to start afresh with a hygiene appointment. Our hygiene sessions includes plaque (the soft stuff) and calculus (the hard stuff) removal and a full stain removal using our brilliant air flow polishing technology. Whiten teeth instantly in just 30 minutes and leave with a squeaky clean smile and dazzling set of pearly whites. Our normal opening hours are in force from today. Contact us!


Dec 2017
20th
20th of December 2017

5 sleeps until Christmas- give the gift of teeth whitening

There are only 5 sleeps until Christmas! It's not too late. Give the best present you can to your loved one or yourself- teeth whitening. A white, bright, healthy smile is for everyone and not just for Hollywood Stars. Here are our 5 top tips to achieve great tooth whitening:
 

  1. Visit the dental hygienist regularly. Plaque is bacteria and yellow in colour. Stains can readily form from normal diets. Even some mouthwashes can cause discolouration. Corsodyl for example is used long term. Our dental hygienist will remove all of the plaque and stains from your teeth to instantly brighten them. Our new air flow polishing is simply amazing!
  2. Clean your teeth twice a day using a good electric tooth brush. Studies have shown sonic and rotational brushes are better at stain removal than manual brushing alone.
  3. Avoid heavily staining foods such as curries, oily tomato based sauces, strong black coffee, beetroot and of course, give up smoking!
  4. Have professional tooth whitening using the Philips ZOOM LED whitening in surgery. Within 90 minutes, you will have noticeably whiter teeth.
  5. Maintain the newly whitened smile with a take home kit using Philips ZOOM gel.


Our special Christmas offer is still running. Philips ZOOM LED in surgery whitening AND a take home kit for just £499! Call us today and book the best gift you could give.
 


Dec 2017
7th
7th of December 2017

Missing teeth and finding it hard to eat? Dental implants are the answer

Eating your favourite foods is one of life's great joys. Perhaps a medium rare steak, crusty bread, raw vegetables or a crunchy apple? Most of us take eating for granted. However, for those with missing teeth, eating may be limited to certain foods only and this certainly is not much fun. There is an answer and they are called dental implants. 

In simple terms, dental implants are titanium cylinders that are inserted into the jaw bone. A phenomenon called 'osseointegration' where bone grows and fuses around the implant means that there is a biological connection that is incredibly robust. Teeth can then be supported onto the implants replacing the ones that were lost. Our case below highlights the difference that dental implants can make. Our patient has lost all of his back teeth meaning that all of the bite and chewing is at the front of the mouth. Our front teeth are designed for incising down onto food (hence called the incisor teeth) rather than chewing. By using dental implants, we are able to replace the missing back teeth and restore the bite. Just take a look:
 


Dec 2017
1st
1st of December 2017

Fibroepithelial Polyp Removal with the Waterlase i Plus laser

Fibroepithelial polyps are commonly seen in the mouth on the lip, cheek, gum line and tongue. There are a small mass of tissue that usually form in response to trauma such as lip biting or cheek chewing. Although, in the main, polyps are pain free and benign, they can be irritating especially if you keep catching them whilst eating which could cause ulcers or inflammation. Here is a common appearance of a fibroepithelial polyp on the lip:
 


Nov 2017
23rd
23rd of November 2017

A Smile Transformation Using ABC

Our case of the month for November 2017 is one of our favourite treatments. This technique can completely transform your smile without the need for cutting teeth, without any injections, without any pain and it is affordable. We call it ABC. A is for alignment. Aligning teeth into the correct position is essential for cosmetic dentistry. Without correct alignment, a great smile cannot be achieved. We use a number of teeth alignment systems. In this case, a Social 6 lingual brace was used. This is an amazing brace and one that we have great experience with. B is for bleaching. Tooth whitening enhances a smile ten fold. Clean, fresh and white looking teeth illuminates a smile and radiates confidence. Our favourite system is the Philips ZOOM LED in chair whitening, which is simply astounding. C is for cosmetic bonding. As adults, often our teeth have been subject to wear and tear. This leaves them uneven at the edges which can be unslightly once they are straight. Composite bonding is a great option to enhance the smile without having to cut teeth down for porcelain veneers or crowns. Here are the before and after photographs:
 


Nov 2017
10th
10th of November 2017

For our French clients; Dental Inlays and Onlays

This is an article for our French clients on dental inlays and onlays written by Dr. Bruno Delaunay.

Définition :

Derrière ces deux mots très techniques se cachent en réalité des solutions thérapeutiques modernes pour restaurer vos dents victimes de lésions carieuses. 

L’inlay et l’onlay sont de plus en plus proposés, leur essor va de pair avec le développement d’une dentisterie dite « à minima ». 

Un inlay et un onlay sont deux prothèses très similaires. 

On utilisera le terme : INLAY, pour des petites lésions. Alors qu’on utilisera le terme ONLAY quand la lésion s’étend à au moins une cuspide.
 

Pourquoi l’inlay et l’onlay sont des solutions modernes ? 

L’inlay et l’onlay respectent les principes de la dentisterie à minima. Dans le passé, en cas de lésion de taille moyenne, les dentistes ne pouvaient proposer que les deux solutions suivantes :
 

  • Un composite qui n’est mécaniquement pas fait pour être utilisé sur des grandes cavités mais qui est toujours la solution idéale sur les caries de petite taille.
  • La couronne qui permet de recréer une dent à l’identique. Elle est parfaitement indiquée en cas de dent très délabrée car elle permet de rétablir l’esthétique et la fonction de la dent.

 

Cependant, elle nécessite la « préparation » de toute la dent, et requiert d’endommager de supprimer la structure dentaire saine restante (si il en reste). Désormais un inlay ou un onlay, permettent de reconstituer la dent, de manière, pérenne, solide, étanche et esthétique sans avoir à éliminer la structure saine de la dent.

 

Le déroulement de la séance:

 

Après avoir retiré la partie cariée, le dentiste réalise une empreinte qui sera transmise au laboratoire. Ce dernier qui peut donc travailler « hors de la bouche » pourra créer une pièce prothétique parfaitement sur mesure et ajustée à votre dent.Pendant la deuxième séance, le dentiste colle l’inlay céramique en suivant un protocole rigoureux pour garantir la longévité de la restauration.

 

Avantages :

 

L’inlay et l’onlay permettent la pratique d’une dentisterie conservatrice ou « à minima » et sauvegardant le plus possible l’organe dentaire.Parce qu’il est le plus souvent en céramique, il possède une durée de vie bien supérieure au composite.Il est parfaitement adapté à la dent et limite la réapparition de la carie.Il procure un rendu esthétique proche d’une dent naturelle.

 

Inconvénients :

 

Sa réalisation nécessite 2 séances séparées de plusieurs jours pour permettre au technicien dentaire de réaliser l’inlay.Comme tout travail prothétique, il nécessite des rendez-vous de contrôle pour prévenir les récidives carieuses ou fractures.

Pour plus d’informations n’hésitez pas à consulter le Dr Bruno DELAUNAY du cabinet Progressive dentistry.


Nov 2017
10th
10th of November 2017

Breaking News. Trios 3 Shape Scanner Is Here!

We are delighted to inform you of a major announcement- we have invested in the Trios 3 Shape Intra Oral Scanner! What is this you may ask. Well, simply put we can now scan your teeth and mouth in 3-D and in colour. Digital dentistry is well and truly here. 

The advantages of this incredible technology include:

1. No need for messy dental impressions

2. Scans are stored in a cloud and can be 3-D printed

3. Scans can be e mailed to our laboratories, no need to post or risk damage to stone models

4. Accuracy of a few microns; far greater than traditional dental impressions

5. True patient monitoring

6. Shade measurements on teeth

7. No more gagging!

8. Allows digital planning of crowns, bridges, dental implants, inlays, onlays and much more

9. Can be synced with a 3-D CBCT scan for a virtual reality mouth

10. Scan in progress

11. Full mouth scan 

The possibilities are endless. Progressive by name, Progressive by nature. If you hate dental impressions, have a gag reflex, want greater accuracy in your treatment please contact us. The Trios 3 Shape intra oral scanner is the answer.