NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - DENTAL-TIPS

For some people, going to the dentist is a breeze, but for others, its nothing short of a horror situation. Unfortunately, its something we all need to do if we want to keep our teeth and gums fresh for years to come. Many people go to the dentist when theyre young, but then put it off for the next twenty years because they simply dont want to experience it again. However, going to the dentist at least once every six months is highly recommended and youll just need to be brave to get the outcome…READ MORE

The health of your mouth is critical to your overall health, which is supported by robust scientist evidence. Here are 10 tips to help maintain a healthy mouth and healthy body:Brush twice a day for two minutes. We prefer electric brushes.Clean in between your teeth with floss or inter dental brushes every night.Use plaque disclosing tablets occasionally. This will highlight where the deposits are building up allowing you to clean more effectively.Waterjets are useful if you hate flossing. Our r…READ MORE

We are now into a new year, 2016 and what better way to start the year than transforming your smile.If you have a deadline in mind such as a special occasion, a holiday, a party or even your wedding now is the time to plan ahead.For example, here is list of how long treatments usually take:1. Simple crowding: 1-3 months2. Moderate crowding: 3-6 months3. Advanced crowding: 6-12 months4. Straightening and bite correction: 12-24 months5. Porcelain veneers: 1 month6. Tooth whitening: 90 minutes in s…READ MORE

This article is for dentists, written by Dr Nissit Patel.As a dentist, I strive for excellence in all aspects of dentistry. In all indirect restorations, superb impressions are paramount for accurate recording of the prepared tooth/ teeth and surrounding soft mucosa, gingiva. It is all too easy to accept a sub optimal impression and ask the technician to ' do his best'. This is not acceptable. The working impression should replicate the patient as closely as possible.This will allow your technic…READ MORE

Dr Nissit Patel will be away next week attending the Implant Direct congress. The list of speakers is impressive and there are sure to be some great tips and techniques that can be learnt for the benefit of our patients.Last year, Dr Patel attended the American Academy of Implant Dentistry annual congress. Continual education is extremely important especially in a field such as implant dentistry, where the science is ever improving.If you are in need of dental implants to replace one, several of…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 advi…READ MORE