Initial Visit
This appointment will be of adequate time to allow:
- An assessment of your medical and dental history
- An examination of the soft tissues to check for any signs of disease including oral cancer
- A detailed examination of the teeth
- A periodontal (gum) assessment
- An assessment of the need for any radiographs (x-rays)
- An assessment of the occlusion (your bite)
- An opportunity to discuss any personal concerns regarding your teeth e.g. appearance/discolouration
- A post examination discussion
- A treatment plan to be tailored to your individual dental needs and personal requirements
General Dentistry
Fillings
We offer both high quality tooth-coloured and amalgam fillings, taking into account the most appropriate material and your personal wishes.
Amalgam is considered one of the strongest and longest-lasting materials for fillings. However, many people do not like the appearance of grey fillings when they smile, and some are concerned about possible health risks.
White fillings are a popular alternative to amalgam. New dental materials mean it is much easier to find a perfect match for the shade of a particular tooth. In most cases, it is almost impossible to see that the tooth even has a filling. Composite (white) bonded filling material can be used to cover unsightly marks on teeth, in a similar way to veneers.
Crowns
Your crown is the portion of your tooth that is visible above the gum surface. A dental crown is a porcelain restoration that can cover a tooth to enhance or restore the tooth’s shape. A dental crown can also restore the appearance of a tooth after you’ve experienced tooth damage.
Benefits of Crowns
- Restore a damaged tooth and improve your smile’s appearance.
- Made with the highest quality porcelain materials to match your tooth’s natural shade and translucency
- Easy to maintain and with natural tooth function
- Strengthen the tooth for longer life
Veneers
Veneers are thin custom-made porcelain/composite facings that are bonded to the teeth to improve their form and appearance often without the need for drilling.
Benefits of Veneers
- Discoloured teeth – due to lifestyle choices such as smoking, coffee, wine etc. medication in childhood such as high doses of antibiotics, Fluoride treatment or even trauma to the teeth which results in the darkening of teeth.
- Alter the shape of the tooth
- To close gaps and improve alignment
- Repair chipped teeth
- To hide old restorations
Bridges
A bridge uses a series of porcelain teeth to fill a space in the dental arch. By attaching to the teeth adjacent to the space it is possible to permanently close the gap negating the need for dentures. The bridge will restore the full functionality of the dentition and your smile.
Benefits of Bridges
- Fixed restoration of function
- Improvement of aesthetics
- Stabilisation of existing teeth
- No drilling required in certain cases
- Natural appearance
Dentures
Flexible Dentures replace one or more teeth. Unlike more traditional ridged, bulky and unstable dental materials, these dentures are made from a flexible plastic material which fits neatly into your mouth and is virtually invisible.
Benefits of a Flexible Denture
- Light and comfortable
- Tight fit once in the mouth
- No unsightly metal
- Thinner and smaller than conventional plastic dentures
- Virtually unbreakable
Teeth Whitening
Teeth can become stained or darkened over a period of time due to a number of factors such as age, smoking, or drinking tea and red wine. If you are brushing and flossing twice a day, but still feel that your smile is not as bright as you would like, then our professional teeth whitening treatment may be of interest.
Benefits of Teeth Whitening
- Increased confidence
- Brighter, more attractive smile
- Shows pride in your appearance
