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Dental Services

Cosmetic Dentistry

Advances in materials and dental techniques have broadened the horizons in the field of creating the perfect smile. We can introduce you to a full range of cosmetic treatments from the simple whitening of teeth to the use of porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges and tooth coloured fillings. Should you have any concerns regarding the appearance of your teeth please advise your dentist who will be able to explain the benefits cosmetic dentistry can offer.

Implants

These are titanium fixtures that are placed within the bone of the jaws. The bone then integrates with the titanium allowing the fixture to be used as an anchor onto which a crown can be placed or a denture or bridge retained.

The advantage of this form of treatment is that a missing tooth or teeth can be replaced without the need to involve or damage adjacent teeth. The prognosis of implants is very good although the costs can be high.

This makes them the treatment of choice rather than bridges and dentures for replacing missing teeth. Implants can now be placed during a short procedure and then restored with a temporary tooth on the same day.

For more information on implants visit the Association of Dental Implantology site at www.adi.org.uk or Nobel Biocare at www.nobelbiocare.com or Neoss at www.neossimplant.com.

Find out more details on our Dental Implants Service.

Hygienist

A Dental Hygienist is a very important member of our team. She is a specialist in the treatment and prevention of gum diseases that cause strong teeth to be lost due to the destruction of supporting tissues such as bone, gum and ligaments. She routinely cleans teeth, monitors gum condition and offers advice on oral hygiene techniques and diet.

If your dentist recommends an appointment with the Hygienist it is because signs of gum problems have been diagnosed and you will benefit from the care in both active treatment and preventive advice that the Hygienist can offer.

Headaches, Joint and Muscle Pain

In some patients there is a lack of harmony in the way teeth meet which then with other factors such as stress can cause tooth grinding at night thus precipitating symptoms. These symptoms of Occlusal Disease can present as headaches, facial pain, neck and shoulder pain, wear of teeth and breakdown of gum attachment. We are in many cases able to treat such symptoms by the use of bite guards and selective grinding of destructive tooth contacts.

These principals governing the way teeth bite together are vital when constructing a number of large fillings or crowns, if they are not applied the dentist may iatrogenically initiate the symptoms listed above. Stephen Nicoll mainly provides for the treatment of occlusal problems.

Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatment is the alignment of teeth in the dental arch to achieve both aesthetic and functional gains. We are always monitoring and assessing our patients from an orthodontic viewpoint but in general prefer to refer patients to a specialist in this field if treatment is required.

Orthodontic movement is becoming more accepted in the adult population. With the advent of brackets on the palate side of the teeth, clear brackets on the front of the teeth or even invisible plastic aligners treatment can be provided without the usual aesthetic compromise.

Invisalign

Traditional orthodontic treatment has required unsightly braces or “train tracks”. With Invisalign teeth are moved using a a series of thin clear aligners that you switch out about every two weeks. Each aligner is individually manufactured with exact calculations to gradually shift your teeth into place. And since your Invisalign system is custom-made for your teeth and your teeth only, with a plan devised by you and your dentist , you know you'll end up with a smile that truly fits. If you feel that your teeth are misplaced or misaligned, then Invisalign could transform your appearance. Although there are many choices out there, no other works as effortlessly as the Invisalign system. Invisalign is the best way to transform your smile without interfering with your day-to-day life.

Visit the Invisalign web site for more information.

Wisdom Teeth and Minor Oral Surgery

Members of our team have a sound foundation in this field. We are therefore keen to provide a service circumventing the need for hospital referral.

Dentures

When patients have lost a number or all of their teeth metal or plastic dentures can offer an expedient, adaptable and cost effective solution for restoring function and aesthetics. In some cases we use dentures retained on underlying implants for a more stable and functional result.

Endodontics

Endodontics or root filling is often required when trauma or decay causes damage to the pulp and nerve tissue inside the root canal of the tooth. The process involves cleaning and shaping of the complex internal anatomy of the root canals and then filling these with an inert and biocompatible material.

You may be aware of speculation that instruments used in root filling treatment could cause the transmission of CJD. For this reason all endodontic instruments used in our practice are strictly single use.