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Do you know what the one of the most common dental problems is in the United Kingdom? It's not cavities or gum disease. It's tooth wear! Tooth wear can be caused by a number of factors including acid erosion, bruxism (teeth grinding at night ), and poor oral hygiene. In this blog post, we will discuss the causes, treatment, cost, and prevention of tooth wear. We will also answer some common questions about this condition. If you have tooth wear, you must simply read this article.… CONTINUE READING

Our case of the month for September 2022 is a lovely smile transformation done the Progressive Dentistry way with invisalign full, teeth whitening & a new front dental crown. When we plan these types of treatments, we often will look at whether the teeth are in the right place first. Why is this so important? Well the reason is simple. If the teeth are not in the right place or well aligned, any cosmetic treatment will be a big compromise. For instance, in the days gone by, there was a fad for porcelain… CONTINUE READING

We will be closed on Monday 19th September to show our respects for the Royal Family and the passing of our Queen. Queen Elizabeth was a world wide icon and loved in Britain and across the globe. She was a unique individual who devoted her life to public service for 70 years, a feat that is unlikely to be surpassed in our life time. We are deeply saddened by her death and our thoughts are with her family at this time. We will re open on Tuesday 20th September at 0900. Should you have a dental emergency on M… CONTINUE READING

Our case of the month for August 2022 was a fabulous one! A real smile transformation done correctly. Forget 'Turkey Teeth'! A smile transformation should involve minimal or no biological damage to the teeth and gums to enhance the aesthetic and functional issues. The term 'Turkey Teeth' comes from social media posts where a smile makeover is done over a weekend by hacking away natural healthy tooth structure and placing multiple crowns and veneers. These are often linked together with no means of cleaning … CONTINUE READING

The term root canal treatment often fills people with dread but the simple fact is that the procedure is one of the most common treatments in dentistry with the sole aim of preserving the tooth for everyday function. With the advances in modern technology, materials and equipment, the procedure is often pain free and quick especially for front teeth. One of the greatest improvements seen recently is the advent of 3-D CBCT scanning of a tooth prior to root canal treatment. This will show the number of roots,… CONTINUE READING

We are delighted to announce that Beata Kynsak has been awarded Best Dental Hygienist at the Dental Awards 2022! These awards are run by the Probe Magazine which has been in production for over 60 years. The fact that the award is a UK based one further magnifies the achievement and one that is well deserved.… CONTINUE READING

Missing a front tooth is the thing of nightmares! A study done by Yu in 2012 showed that 39% of the population have had a dream about losing a tooth or teeth which is huge considering losing a front tooth is not a particularly common dental issue. However, accidents happen and in our case study our patient lost his front tooth whilst at school in a playground accident.… CONTINUE READING

Our case of the month for March 2022 is a true smile transformation in every sense of the word. In this case, we successfully corrected a complete reverse overjet or underbite using Invisalign Full. We then enhanced the overall aesthetics using a home whitening kit (Philips ZOOM) and bonding.… CONTINUE READING

Article written by Beata Knysak for dentists, dental hygienists and therapists.… CONTINUE READING

Article written by Dr Nissit Patel BDS MClinDent (Pros) I am often asked about various different dental treatments and one of them involves porcelain onlays. Most of my patients know about porcelain veneers but in general, porcelain onlays are not well known. I will attempt to explain the treatment in simple detail, with explanation on the procedure, what to expect, why they are beneficial and the fee scales involved.… CONTINUE READING