NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - PAGE 32

Are you getting married this year? Have you set the date? Would you like straight, white teeth for the wedding day? If the answer is yes, we can help! Depending on your desires, we can help you achieve a beaming smile for your wedding day. For example:Clean Teeth A dental hygiene visit is between 30-60 minutes, instantly providing a fresher, cleaner mouth and with full stain removal!Teeth Whitening The usual time frame for teeth whitening is just 2 weeks. However, for more advanced cases a few extra wee… READ MORE

Do you suffer from tooth wear? Are your teeth short and jagged at the edges? Are they sensitive? Do they look unattractive? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then just look at our case study below on how to fix them. Here is the answer! Worn down, chipped teeth. Just look at the uneven edges. The teeth have been transformed! Even edges, no more wear and they are whiter! How did we achieve this? The answer lies within careful planning, teeth whitening and composite bonding. This is a tru… READ MORE

One of the most common questions we are asked is how can I straighten my teeth quickly and without anyone knowing. Well, we have the answer- lingual braces. Here are some FAQs about lingual braces: What are lingual braces? These are braces placed on the inside of the teeth, completely hidden from view. Are they suitable for me? Lingual braces can be used for virtually any condition. Why are they not as readily available as conventional braces? Lingual braces are technically more difficult as teeth have a… READ MORE

Our case of the month for March is a wonderful teeth straightening case. Our client was extremely unhappy with her crooked and uneven smile but was conscious of wearing braces that were visible. After a full clinical analysis and careful treatment planning, we decided on using invisible braces. Take a look at our before and after photos- great end result. Crooked, uneven teeth with spacing and uneven edges A birds eye view- crooked front teeth and look at the premolar on the right side A wonderful new… READ MORE

Cosmetic dentistry involves many subjects and some of the terms can be confusing. Here is our simple guide to cosmetic dentistry.… CONTINUE READING

Good dental hygiene leads to good overall health. It is as simple as that. There is now overwhelming evidence that links poor oral health and gum disease to many systemic illnesses such as cardiac disease, respiratory issues and diabetes. Therefore it has never been so important to visit the hygienist on a regular basis. We recommend that a visit to the dental hygienist should be at least twice a year.If you suffer from gum problems or are undergoing major treatments with orthodontics or dental implants, t… READ MORE

Tooth wear is becoming an increasingly major problem. The main causes of tooth wear are: 1. Bruxism - grinding teeth at night time.2. Acidic diets.3. Stress causing extra clenching and bruxism.4. Gastric reflux.5. Parafunctional habits such as nail chewing, pen biting for example These can all lead to teeth that are fragile, weak at the edges, smaller and asymmetrical. This can lead to significant fracture of the teeth and require more advanced treatments such as root canals and crowns. However, if the ar… READ MORE

Our case of the month involves closing a space in between the upper front teeth. Spaces can be unsightly especially at the front of the mouth. However, we have the techniques to close the space discreetly, quickly and affordably. Just have a look at our before and after photos: The space was closed in matter of a few months using a discreet brace. Modern dentistry allows us to use tooth coloured braces rather than the dreaded metal braces. There are even braces that can be fitted to the inside of the… READ MORE

One of the joys of dentistry is being able to produce wonderful smiles, change a persons cosmetic appearance, improve confidence and well being. It's always nice to have something positive written about you after a job well done. One of our latest testimonials follows from Nicola. Nicola underwent treatment with lingual braces for the upper teeth due to crowding. The end results were fantastic and here is what she had to say: Nicola: I have no hesitation in recommending Dr Nissit Patel and his team at Prog… READ MORE

Just a reminder that we now offer Saturday dental and hygiene appointments EVERY week. Our new dentist, Dr Jessica Doherty, is accepting new dental patients on Saturday's for routine dental care, cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery and children's dentistry. We also provide a walk in dental hygiene service. Simply contact us by phone, e mail or book online to book you appointment with the hygienist directly. Sparkling clean teeth for the weekend, what could be better?… READ MORE