NEWS - NOTHING BUT THE TOOTH - PAGE 29

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 … CONTINUE READING

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 sou… 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… CONTINUE READING

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

Our case of the month for January is an amazing smile transformation using cosmetic braces. One of the most satisfying aspects of dentistry is the completion of a long journey and seeing the transformation that can be made. Our case is an amazing transformation. Initially, the overall alignment and bite was very much out of position. A great deal of deliberation and planning is required for such complex cases- there is no need to rush! Here are the before photographs: Smiling view before treatment The… READ MORE

We are now well into 2015 and what better way to start the year than taking the first steps to a new smile. Our preferred smile makeover is as simple as ABC: A is for alignment - straighten teeth using discreet or invisible braces B is for bleaching- whiten teeth using or brand new Philips LED whitening system C is for cosmetic bonding- create symmetry by bonding the latest cosmetic composites to uneven edges, short or fractured teeth This technique is totally NON INVASIVE! We do not need to drill your … READ MORE

It is Christmas eve and the big day is nearly here. Here are some use useful tips to avoid any dental disasters on Christmas day (when all dentists are closed!):1. Avoid hard, crunchy sweets especially if you have large fillings or have had extensive dentistry2. Drink from a cup or plastic glass rather than a bottle. An inadvertent knock could fracture an incisor! 3. Drink responsibly- falling over after a few too many may ruin your Christmas smile 4. If you grind your teeth at night please and have a nigh… READ MORE

Our case of the month for December involves closing a gap between the front teeth. In the old days of dentistry, this may have involved cutting down teeth for porcelain veneers or having braces for 2 years. However, with modern day cosmetic dentistry and expertise, such cases can be treated in a few months without having to cut teeth. How? Well, it is simple. Careful planning and execution. Here is the case: Mind the gap! A mid line space present. Space closed fully using a cosmetic brace in only a few… READ MORE

We strongly believe in life long learning with continual education. Recently the practice has completed a course on adult and paediatric life support and medical emergencies. This is consider a core subject and is undertaken on a yearly basis. Dr Nissit Patel has also just completed an IR(ME)R course in dental radiography and radiation protection- justification, optimisation and limitation. This was a full day course with Eric Waites as the speaker, a well renowned expert in the field.In November, Dr Patel… READ MORE