General dentistry
Dental Fillings
We offer a wide range of fillings from traditional metal fillings to the latest more aesthetically pleasing white fillings. To learn more see Cosmetic (White) Fillings
Inlays and Onlays
When a filling becomes large but there is still a significant amount of healthy tooth structure remaining an inlay/onlay may be advised over a crown. Inlays are made from porcelain, gold or composite resin and as they are made in the laboratory we are able to achieve much better contacts, shapes and final finish. An inlay sits in a hole within the tooth and an onlay sits on the tooth to build up its shape commonly used when part of a tooth has fractured.
Crowns and Bridges
If you have a weak tooth or are missing one or more teeth, you may need a crown or a bridge. A crown sits over a tooth that may have been broken or weakened and will thus serve to return the tooth back to its former strength, function and appearance.
A crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance, if you have large discolored fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth. Following root canal treatment crowns are often indicated to protect the underlying tooth structure in addition they are used to.
If you are missing one or more teeth, a bridge may be fitted. There are many types of bridge, from a very conservative Resin Bonded Bridge to a Conventional Fixed Bridge which uses either a single or multiple crowns either side of the missing tooth to support an artificial tooth known as a pontic.
However as there are many alternatives to replacing a missing tooth, your dentist will go through all of the options available to you at your consultation appointment?
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Endodontics and Root Canal Treatment
Endodontics deals with problems in the tooth pulp/nerve. Nerve damage can be caused by a number of factors including decay, trauma and even repeated irritation. If the nerve/blood supply of the tooth is damaged the tooth may throb, become sensitive to temperature extremes and even cause infection in the jawbone which could lead to an abscess. Traditionally, this type of tooth damage meant complete removal of the affected tooth but advances in dental technology now means the problem can be treated with a root canal procedure which involves cleaning, disinfecting and filling the interior of the tooth
At Dental Sense we have invested heavily in endodontic materials and equipment which means we are able achieve predictable and successful results with the greatest efficiency.
Whats more new anaesthetic techniques (wand anaesthesia) and the use of the revolutionary Endox help us carry out this whole process very nearly painlessly.
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Complete and Partial Dentures
If you have lost a large number of your own teeth or have had them removed, a complete or partial denture might be your best option to restore function and aesthetics. They are however removable and for some patients fixed options such as implants and bridges are more appealing, please feel free to discuss any concerns that you may have about your missing teeth with our clinicians.
The NHS provides basic plastic dentures however modern advances in technology and materials mean we can now produce individualized dentures to suit every need. Colour, shape and position of teeth can be customized to match your existing teeth in the case of a partial denture or enhanced to give you a completely new smile with a full denture.
At the same time we are able to restore facial profile and dimensions by reducing the sagging of the facial muscles commonly associated with lost teeth, in essence giving you a facelift without all the surgery if so required!!!
The modern era of Cosmetic Dentures has been borne and now even denture wearer can look 10years younger. If you are not happy with the fit or appearance of your existing denture/dentures then give us a to discuss what we can do for you.
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