NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - February 2015

Our case of the month for February is a dental implant case to restore missing back teeth. Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth to restore function, aesthetics and prevent further problems of shrinkage and teeth movement. In our case of the month, our patient had lost some back teeth and there was a baby tooth remaining which was about to fall out. This severely impacted on her eating and everyday function. Dental implants were the best way to replace the missing teeth with a fixed and secure … READ MORE

Dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. This is the case if you have one, several or all missing teeth. In the case of one missing tooth, the replacement tooth using a dental implant can look exactly the same as a natural tooth or even better!For example, just look at this photograph. Can you tell which tooth is the dental implant?There are a few dental crowns present- only one is a dental implantDental implants act as the replacement for the root(s) of the tooth and the replacement tooth… READ MORE

After fitting your orthodontic appliance (brace), it is important to follow some simple but important instructions. We have also provided some useful information and advice regarding after care.TOOTHBRUSHING AND ORAL HYGIENEOral hygiene is critical to the success of treatment. Please brush normally 2-3 times a day using a manual or electric toothbrush. It will be very difficult to floss your teeth but interdental brushes can still be used, which are very effective. The use of a mouthwash is advised on a re… READ MORE

What is dental dam? Dental dam is essentially a drape for your teeth. It provides total isolation for the tooth or teeth in question. Thus it will keep the lip, cheeks, tongue and saliva away from the working field. This is vital in modern day dentistry where most treatment relies on adhesive bonding of some form. A dry field is crucial.Dental dam is also essential for root canal treatment. Powerful irrigants are used to clean the canal which contain sodium hypochoride and EDTA. It is not pleasant if these … READ MORE

As we previously mentioned, our dentist Dr Veehar Malde has been shortlisted at the Aesthetic Dentistry Awards for the restorative case- full mouth. The case involved a highly complicated reconstruction of the lower arch in conjunction with restorative treatment on the upper teeth. Just take a look at the photos: This type of dentistry is complex and requires careful planning and communication with the laboratory. Dr Malde is passionate about dentistry and producing results that are biologically sound a… READ MORE

Like fingerprints, your smile is unique. Your orthodontic treatment can now be as unique as you are. Every individual is different and has varying needs; as such Insignia is the advanced approach in creating bespoke tailor made smiles. Insignia is advanced software that allows us to create a treatment plan tailored to your unique smile. As a result, you get 100% customised brackets and wires to fit your teeth and only your teeth. Unlike 99% of the traditional braces on the market which are generic and manuf… READ MORE

Following on from being nominated for the Best Aesthetic Practice South at the Aesthetic Dentistry Awards, we are delighted to announce that our dentist Dr Veehar Malde has been shortlisted for the best restorative case- full mouth. There is a shortlist of only eight cases throughout the UK, so to achieve the final is a fantastic achievement- well done! The awards are due to be held on March 20th and we will keep you posted.… READ MORE

We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for the title of Best Aesthetic Practice South at the Aesthetic Dentistry Awards. The Aesthetic Dentistry awards represent the pinnacle of aesthetic dentistry in the UK and to be shortlisted is a major achievement for the practice. There are five finalists and the awards are to be held on the 20th March. We will keep you posted!… READ MORE