NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - PAGE 42

Dental crowns are required to protect heavily damaged teeth, teeth will large fillings or teeth that have had root canal treatment. They are essential to maintain the function of the tooth and they will act as a natural replacement for the damaged tooth. Not all crowns are the same! Significant skill and care is required to firstly prepare the tooth for the crown and then fabricate the crown. If these are done well and the crown is well looked after, there is no reason why dental crowns cannot last for many… CONTINUE READING

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 of the month for July involves tooth whitening and adhesive dental bridges to replace missing teeth. This was a complicated case which involved many advanced aspects of dentistry, which was managed and completed by our Principal Dentist, Dr Nissit Patel. The photographs below show the stages of the case: The lateral teeth (next to central teeth) are short, yellow and unsymmetrical After teeth whitening, soft tissue laser contouring and new dental bridges. A fantastic result! This type of denta… READ MORE

Our case of the month for June involves cosmetic alignment of the front teeth with invisible lingual braces and then tooth whitening. This is a particularly favourite treatment method as it is non invasive, totally invisible and provides a fantastic result. Below are the before and after photos: Crooked teeth and discoloured Straight teeth and white! The technique used was an extended lingual brace, which is placed on the inside of the teeth. Teeth whitening was then done with specially made trays to… READ MORE

Teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental treatment. It is non invasive, predictable, safe and affordable. Our preferred method is by using specially made tooth whitening trays. We will supply the very best tooth whitening gel available which in most cases, only has to be worn for 1 hour. Below is an example of tooth whitening completed using our special whitening trays: Before tooth whitening, yellow teeth After tooth whitening; whiter, brighter teeth! Tooth whitening is a that is suitab… READ MORE

Our case of the month for March involves a dental implant to replace a front tooth. Dental implants are widely considered to be the best replacement for missing teeth.Our case was a very difficult case due to highly demanding aesthetics, which had to be just right. Please view the photos to demonstrate the excellent result achieved. Dr Patel places and restores dental implants.If you are considering dental implants, please contact us by telephone 0207 7311162 or e mail info@progressivedentistry.co.uk… READ MORE

Dr Nissit Patel recently attended a lingual brace masterclass conference. The speakers were from around the world and recognised experts in the field. The depth of information was exceptional and new techniques were presented which will benefit our patients who wish to undergo the only truly invisible brace. We strongly believe in continuing our education and refining our skills to provide the most progressive dental treatment available. To find out more, please contact us on 0207 7311162.… READ MORE

Choosing the right dentist can be a difficult task. This is especially the case if you have complicated dental problems or very high expectations. The key things to look for are: 1. Qualifications 2. Experience 3. Case studies 4. Personal care 5. The suppport staff If you feel confident in all of the above then you may have found the right dentist for you. Our Principal Dentist, Dr Nissit Patel, is highly qualified having achieved the title of Master of Clinical Dentistry in Prosthodontics from Kings… READ MORE

A study has identified a possible link between mouth bacteria and meningitis. They suggested that regular brushing and flossing could help prevent the disease. The suggestion came after researchers in Zurich found a new bacterium in the blood of patients with meningitis. This bacterium is also found in patients with a type of heart disease called endocarditis. It is thought the bacterium could enter the bloodstream via bleeding gums. More research is required to confirm this but it reinforces the need for … READ MORE

It is a well-known fact that healthy gums are vital for a healthy mouth. It is also becoming more and more evident that having a healthy mouth is vital for overall health. For example, did you know that the following conditions may be caused or made worse by poor dental health:1. Heart disease 2. Stroke 3. Diabetes 4. Giving birth to a low birth weight or premature baby 5. Respiratory disease Visiting the dentist and dental hygienist on a regular basis will minimise the risk of gum disease and its assoc… CONTINUE READING