Advanced Restorations and Cosmetic Procedures
Root fillings are not painful, contrary to what people say.
Modern techniques have improved to make the procedure painless.
Root fillings now have a higher success rate, with help of modern techniques.
Crowns
A crown is a restoration that can be made from porcelain (to give it a
tooth coloured appearance) or gold (used in some instances for strength)
Crowns are used to hide discoloured teeth or heavily filled teeth.
Crowns can be used for cosmetic purposes to realign teeth, e.g. close
gaps.
Bridges
A bridge is a restoration that is used to replace missing teeth, this
is a fixed appliance.
Bridges are made from porcelain, sometimes using precious metal for strength.
Veneer
A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain that fits over the front surface
of your tooth.
A veneer can be used to cover up stained or discoloured teeth.
They can improve the colour, shape and position of teeth.
Dentures
A denture is used to replace missing teeth.
They can be made from either plastic or metal.
This is a removable appliance, which needs to be taken out every night.
Tooth
Whitening
Tooth whitening is an effective way to achieve lighter teeth, but teeth
will still get stained by smoking, tea, coffee and some foods.
Tooth whitening gel is used in specially made trays to fit your mouth,
your dentist will advise on how long to wear the trays for.
Clear
Step Braces
Clear Step is a form of orthodontic treatment. They are made form a clear
plastic and are used to straighten and position teeth
Positioners are used to move the teeth into alignment.
Several postioners are made e.g. 8 sets – these
are worn for two weeks being replaced with next positioner. This form
of brace is removable and needs to be removed when eating, drinking, brushing,
flossing, and must be worn for 22 hours.
