Having a tooth out is the same as having an operation and, because of this, you must look after the area to speed healing and to reduce the risk of infection. Here are some pointers:
Just as sugary food and drinks can cause tooth decay, acidic food and drinks can cause erosion, the wearing away of the top layer – the enamel – of the tooth.
We all suffer from a dry mouth from time to time, but for some people the condition is more long-lasting. Xerostomia is a condition where the mouth becomes very dry and can make people more susceptible to dental problems such Continue reading →
Dentists want to make treatment as accessible as possible, for as many people as possible.
Recent legislation means that, from 2004, Dentists had to make some adjustments to their practices to ensure wheelchair access and also provide things like grab Continue reading →
Removable dentures are one of the most common ways of replacing missing teeth. Dentures can replace either a few teeth – a partial denture – or a whole set – complete dentures. Some people are worried that others will be Continue reading →
Dental implants are one way of replacing missing teeth. The way they are mounted onto posts and inserted into the jaw during surgery means that they look and feel just like ordinary teeth.
A crown is like a special sleeve made of metal or porcelain, or both, that goes over a damaged or weak tooth. Your dentist will match it up to the shape – and, in the case of porcelain crowns, colour Continue reading →
As with any service, sometimes things will happen that you are unhappy with. Your dental practice will want to resolve this as quickly as possible, so it is important that you bring your concern to their attention as soon as Continue reading →
The dentist uses your check-up to see how healthy your mouth is, whether you might need some work done and, in the case of children, how the teeth are growing and developing. The dentist will have a good look round Continue reading →
A bridge, also known as a fixed partial denture, is a dental restoration used to replace a missing tooth by joining it permanently to adjacent teeth or dental implants.
Types of bridges vary, depending upon how they are made and Continue reading →
