Treatments

Your First Consultation

This appointment usually takes about 30mins where a detailed evaluation and diagnosis will be carried out. Including x-rays and any relevant medical history. Advice will be given on the best treatment options available and any questions you may have will be answered. A suitable treatment plan will then be devised.

If laboratory work is required i.e. crowns, veneers, bridges etc. We may decide to take impressions for a 'Wax Up Model'. These models are made by our technicians to create an image of the final appearance. Before any work is actually carried out.

Only when you completely understand and approve the suggested treatment plan will treatment commence.

New Laser Bleaching

More people want to have a healthy bright smile. The bleaching method provides this for you. Over the years the colour of teeth changes and by using the bleaching process your teeth become whiter.

All kinds of materials may discolour your teeth including tea, coffee, some kinds of antibiotics and smoking.

The method we use is very safe and affordable and will not cause any damage to your teeth.
The brightness does depend on the colour you have now.Normaly the colour lasts between 2 to 3 years.

 

New Laser Bleaching is a non-invasive way of lightening the natural colour of the teeth. The degree of lightening varies from patient to patient and cannot be predicted or guaranteed.

New Laser Bleaching is a procedure that is carried out in the dental chair, with no need for any form of anaesthetic. A peroxide gel is applied and the laser is passed over the teeth. It is this plasma light that activates the gel which bleaches the teeth.

This procedure is repeated a total of 3 times and usually takes about one hour. There are many varying factors, which may enhance or hinder the power bleaching. These are best discussed with your dentist.

Root Canal Therapy

RCT is required when the blood or nerve supply to the tooth becomes infected through decay or injury.

The blood and nerve supply is known as the pulp, this is inside the root canal of the tooth. It is this material that must be removed if infected to prevent an abscess or in the worst case loss of the tooth.

As you may imagine it is an extremely time-consuming and highly skilled procedure.

To aid the dentist in this procedure we have all the latest equipment. Including the Auto ZX Hand Piece which gives exact measurements of the length of the root canal. And the Optima II and System B Heat Source. All of these ensure that the canal is perfectly sealed which dramatically increase the chance of success.

RCT can usually be completed in one visit, although in some cases two or more visits may be required.

Dental Implants.

We have been successfully using Dental implants for many years. We like other dental practices specialising in this area, see them as the technological break through that will see more traditional methods of replacing missing teeth, such as dentures becoming a thing of the past.

They are made from titanium and fixed into the jaw bone much the same as the root of a tooth. Then a tooth coloured crown is fixed over the top. So they appear and function in the same way as the original tooth they replace.

They can be used to replace any number of missing teeth; their precise number and use depend upon the economic and anatomic factors of every individual patient.

Suitability for Dental Implants is best discussed with your dentist.

X-rays

All x-rays taken at this practice are now digital. This means the images appear on the computer screen immediately, eliminating time wasted waiting for x-rays to be developed.

The excellent clarity is an advantage, but more importantly digital x-rays reduce the amount of radiation admitted by up to 90%.

Mercury free fillings

For many years there has been conflicting views about the use of mercury in amalgam fillings. There are dentists that believe without doubt that the mercury in the amalgam is harmful and should not be used. There are dentists that are still happy to use amalgam for fillings.

To our knowledge there is no conclusive proof either way on the use of mercury in amalgam and the harm it may cause. However we do not use amalgam fillings at this practice and have not for some years.

We only use non-mercury white filling materials, which are asthetically more pleasing.

If you have any concerns or would like further information on mercury in amalgam fillings. We are able to advise, but ultimately it is your decision.

Veneers

Veneers are a 'tooth friendly' way of altering the appearance of your natural teeth. This is because preparation of the tooth is minimal. Veneers are made of porcelain, of which a shade is chosen to match your natural tooth colour. Veneers can be used for various reasons including masking discoloured teeth, closing gaps or simply to give a more even appearance to your smile.

Two surgery visits are normally required for this simple procedure.

Bridgework

Bridges can be used as a permanent replacement for missing teeth. There is no need for the palate or gums to be covered which makes them an attractive alternative to dentures.

They are prepared & made in the same way and use the same materials as crowns (please see crown diagrams for reference).

These are two different types of bridges,

a. Bonded bridges involve the two adjacent teeth to support the additional tooth/teeth.
b. Maryland bridges are attached to the back of the adjacent tooth using a metal wing.

Both procedures normally require two surgery visits. Your dentist will advise you of which type of brigdework is best suited for you.

*All our veneers, crowns and bridgework are custom made in a laboratory who maitain very high standards and create very natural looking teeth.