Combining Teeth Whitening

What is Teeth Whitening?

This is whitening process that lightens discolouration of enamel and dentine. It is the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedure.

Types of Teeth Whitening

There are two main types of whitening treatment available:

1. ‘Zoom’ laser whitening – done in the dentist chair – takes approximately 90 minutes
2. Home whitening – done in your own time at home – takes 1 hour per day (10-14 days)

What Causes Teeth to Discolour?

There are many causes of teeth discolouration. The most common are ageing, consumption of tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco. Another cause of darkening of the teeth is nerve degeneration.

Who Would Benefit From Teeth Whitening?

Almost anyone can benefit, but you must remember that old fillings or porcelain crowns or veneers will not respond to the whitening process. A cosmetic dentist would be able to tell you if whitening would be an option for you.

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Both treatments use oxygen releasing whitening gel placed against the surface of your teeth. As oxygen enters the enamel and dentine, it whitens the coloured substances. Only the teeth colour is made lighter, while the structure of the teeth remains unchanged.

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Cosmetic Dentistry

There are several ways that a cosmetic dentist can fill gaps in the mouth where teeth have had to be extracted or even knocked out!

Teeth Implants

Teeth Implant dentistry is the most advanced therapy available to replace teeth. In addition to looking and feeling like real teeth, teeth implants allow you to:

1. Improve your smile
2. Eat the foods you enjoy
3. Restore your confidence

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is fixed to the remaining natural teeth by the cosmetic dentist restoring aesthetics and function. There are two types of dental bridge-:

1. Fixed – dental bridges fitted over prepared abutment teeth. A secure and long-lasting option.
2. Adhesive – A sticky dental bridge which is bonded to natural teeth and requires minimal tooth preparation.

Having a fixed bridge can make a fantastic improvement to the quality of your life and the treatment can be completed by the cosmetic dentist in two weeks!

Dentures

There are two types of dentures used in cosmetic dentistry:

1. Acrylic (or plastic) dentures
2. Cobalt Chromium (or metal based) dentures – only advised when some teeth are present.

The advantages of cosmetic cobalt chromium dentures are:

1. * Better chewing (more stable; less movement of denture)
2. * Food more enjoyable (less coverage of the palate)
3. * Stronger (metal is very hard, plastic can fracture)
4. * Lighter and thinner (plastic is more bulky)
5. * More healthy (less gum coverage)

Treatment Planning

The cosmetic dentist at our dental practice strive to diagnose dental problems accurately. Duplicate models of your mouth, x-rays, special gum measurements and the bite pattern are some of the factors we assess during a complete mouth examination. A treatment plan is then made giving you options and good advice as to which treatment best suits your individual needs.

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Cosmetic Dentistry

There are several ways that a cosmetic dentist can fill gaps in the mouth where teeth have had to be extracted or even knocked out!

Teeth Implants

Teeth Implant dentistry is the most advanced therapy available to replace teeth. In addition to looking and feeling like real teeth, teeth implants allow you to:

1. Improve your smile
2. Eat the foods you enjoy
3. Restore your confidence

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is fixed to the remaining natural teeth by the cosmetic dentist restoring aesthetics and function. There are two types of dental bridge-:

1. Fixed – dental bridges fitted over prepared abutment teeth. A secure and long-lasting option.
2. Adhesive – A sticky dental bridge which is bonded to natural teeth and requires minimal tooth preparation.

Having a fixed bridge can make a fantastic improvement to the quality of your life and the treatment can be completed by the cosmetic dentist in two weeks!

Dentures

There are two types of dentures used in cosmetic dentistry:

1. Acrylic (or plastic) dentures
2. Cobalt Chromium (or metal based) dentures – only advised when some teeth are present.

The advantages of cosmetic cobalt chromium dentures are:

1. * Better chewing (more stable; less movement of denture)
2. * Food more enjoyable (less coverage of the palate)
3. * Stronger (metal is very hard, plastic can fracture)
4. * Lighter and thinner (plastic is more bulky)
5. * More healthy (less gum coverage)

Treatment Planning

The cosmetic dentist at our dental practice strive to diagnose dental problems accurately. Duplicate models of your mouth, x-rays, special gum measurements and the bite pattern are some of the factors we assess during a complete mouth examination. A treatment plan is then made giving you options and good advice as to which treatment best suits your individual needs.

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Endodontic and Cosmetic Treatment in Essex

Many people dread root canal treatment, but there is no need. This treatment can be done painlessly by an endodontic specialist in Essex very successfully; it’s just like having a filling done!

Why Do You Need Endodontic treatment?

You can save a precious tooth with root canal (endodontic) treatment in Essex. When bacteria pass into the nerve of the tooth, it can become painful and infected. This could result in the nerve of the tooth being damaged and can spread to the bone beneath the tooth. Root canal treatment will clean the bacteria and save your tooth.
If the tooth is left untreated you may get an abscess which will cause more pain and swelling.

The signs to look for are:

* Persistent toothache
* Swelling of the gum near the tooth
* Tooth becoming darker after a trauma
* Tender gum or tooth

Once the tooth has been root treated, it may become darker with time. This is the time that most people in Essex and around the UK then turn their attention to cosmetic dentistry.

Smile Makeover or cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry can improve the way you look. It can make you look and feel younger. The look of your teeth will improve and also the health.

Cosmetic Dentist and Endodontist Essex

Porcelain veneers are a great option to hide unsightly teeth, especially after endodontic treatment They improve the colour, shape and function of the teeth and misshapen teeth can be made straighter.There are many benefits of cosmetic and endodontic dentistry.

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Endodontic and Cosmetic Treatment in Essex

Many people dread root canal treatment, but there is no need. This treatment can be done painlessly by an endodontic specialist in Essex very successfully; it’s just like having a filling done!

Why Do You Need Endodontic treatment?

You can save a precious tooth with root canal (endodontic) treatment in Essex. When bacteria pass into the nerve of the tooth, it can become painful and infected. This could result in the nerve of the tooth being damaged and can spread to the bone beneath the tooth. Root canal treatment will clean the bacteria and save your tooth.
If the tooth is left untreated you may get an abscess which will cause more pain and swelling.

The signs to look for are:

* Persistent toothache
* Swelling of the gum near the tooth
* Tooth becoming darker after a trauma
* Tender gum or tooth

Once the tooth has been root treated, it may become darker with time. This is the time that most people in Essex and around the UK then turn their attention to cosmetic dentistry.

Smile Makeover or cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry can improve the way you look. It can make you look and feel younger. The look of your teeth will improve and also the health.

Cosmetic Dentist and Endodontist Essex

Porcelain veneers are a great option to hide unsightly teeth, especially after endodontic treatment They improve the colour, shape and function of the teeth and misshapen teeth can be made straighter.There are many benefits of cosmetic and endodontic dentistry.

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causes misaligned teeth

What causes misaligned teeth?

Genetics play a large role in determining how the teeth grow in, but other factors such as finger sucking, pacifier sucking, poor toothbrushing, gum disease, and early loss of baby teeth can also contribute to malocclusions.

How do braces work?

Braces work by applying slow and steady pressure to the teeth and jaw over a period of months or years. In children, as the teeth naturally grow, the braces harness that growth to guide the teeth into a proper position. In adults, the braces themselves have to apply the pressure, and it usually takes a much longer time for the benefits to be seen.

When should children visit an orthodontist?

Orthodontic organizations recommend that children should have their first consultation by the age of 7. However, if you suspect that your child may have an orthodontic problem, it’s never too early for a checkup. Remember that orthodontics is a preventative field, so the earlier a problem is caught, the more chance there is of correcting the problem.

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The Basics of Braces

Braces are used to correct misaligned jaws or teeth that are out of place. They’re most commonly applied to children, whose jaws are still growing and can thus be guided into proper alignment. But thanks to advancing orthodontic technology, it’s becoming increasingly possible to use braces to correct jaw alignment issues (also known as “malocclusions”) in adults. If you suspect that you or your child may need this procedure, here are some important things to know.

Are braces important?

One of the most common reasons cited for getting braces is to improve one’s appearance. While this is undoubtedly important, it is far from the whole story. When malocclusions are present in the teeth and jaw, it can make it difficult to maintain proper hygiene at sensitive spots in the mouth, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Plus, when malocclusions prevent one from chewing food properly, this can lead to digestive problems.

Who can apply braces?

Only certified orthodontists are qualified to apply braces. Orthodontists are essentially dentists with a couple of extra years of training in advanced practices. Standard dentists without this advanced training are not qualified to work with braces.

What are the signs that braces might be necessary?

If any of these conditions are present, you might want to talk to your orthodontist about the possibility of braces:

1. • teeth that are crowded or out of position
2. • frequent cheek biting
3. • severe over-or under-bite
4. • difficulty chewing or swallowing
5. • an off-center bite
6. • teeth growing in behind others
7. • teeth out of proportion with others
8. • a too-prominent or too-weak chin
9. • strange teeth position as a result of tooth loss
10. • noises in the jaw
11. • large spaces between the teeth

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