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Bowl Your Friends Over With A Blinding Bridge

Tuesday, September 30th, 2014

Sensual and FreshLosing a tooth can be upsetting, but with a dental bridge, you can bowl you friends over with a dazzling smile and enjoy greater confidence and improved self-esteem.

What are dental bridge solutions?

A dental bridge is created to replace missing teeth and they are an affordable durable option. The most common form of bridge is the traditional fixed dental bridge, which is made of a false tooth, which is supported by a new crown on each side. Bridges are commonly made from ceramics, such as porcelain, which is fused to metal, but you can also get precious metal bridges.

Bridges are designed for the individual patient and they are fabricated based on a mould, which ensures that the bridge fits perfectly. Once it is ready, your dentist will place it in position and then secure it. Bridges last around 10-15 years.

How could a dental bridge benefit me?

It’s always beneficial to replace a missing tooth, for health reasons, as well as aesthetic and functional reasons. Bridges are more affordable than dental implants and they should last for up to 15 years if they are well cared-for; with ceramic bridges, you also get an amazing, natural looking aesthetic, so you won’t be able to tell the difference between the bridge and the natural teeth when you smile. Replacing missing teeth not only gives you more confidence when you smile, it also enables you to eat properly and improves the clarity of your speech.

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Check In And Polish Away Those Dental Cobwebs

Monday, September 29th, 2014

18625010If you’re due a check-up or you’ve you haven’t been to see a dentist for a while, it’s time to pick up the phone and arrange an appointment to brush away those dental cobwebs. Regular check-ups are important for both your dental and general health and they only take a few minutes.

Dental checks

Dental checks take less than ten minutes, but they have a major bearing on your oral health. During a check-up, your dentist will examine your mouth and check for any signs, which could potentially be worrying. If you have early signs of decay or gum disease, treatment can be administered to prevent it from getting any worse and this will save you pain and suffering, time and money.

Ideally, we recommend 6 monthly check-ups, as this enables dentists to keep an eye on the mouth and identify any potential problems as early as possible. If you have dental pain or any symptoms such as bleeding or swollen gums, in the meantime, it’s important to see your dentist as early as you can, rather than waiting for your next routine appointment.

Hygienist sessions

In addition to regular dental checks, it’s also highly beneficial to see a dental hygienist on a regular basis. Hygienists are experts in the prevention of dental disease and even a short session can make a massive difference. Hygienists provide a range of dental treatments, including scale and polish, gum disease treatment and prevention and preventative services, such as sealants and fluoride varnish, and they are particularly beneficial for patients who have a high risk of gum disease and those who suffer from halitosis (bad breath).

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Waltz Your Way To A Winning Whitening Formula

Sunday, September 28th, 2014

658156_blogIf you’re looking forward to donning your dancing shoes and looking your best in preparation for the festive season and New Year parties, why not top off your look with a bright white smile? Whitening treatment is an easy, quick and completely painless way of giving your smile some extra sparkle.

About home whitening

Home whitening is a really popular option and it is a great choice for patients who have very busy schedules and anti-social working hours. With this system, treatment takes place at home, so there’s no need to worry about finding time to schedule dental appointments.

Home whitening involves a very simple process and nervous patients will be pleased to hear that there is no pain at all. Before you start whitening, you will have a consultation with your dentist, so that they can have a quick look at your teeth to make sure that you are a suitable match for treatment. Once you’re ready to go ahead with treatment, your dentist will make a mould of your teeth and this will be used to create your brand new, bespoke whitening trays. These trays are similar to mouth guards, which are worn for sport, and they contain whitening agent, which gradually lightens the shade of the teeth.

When you get home, your treatment can begin. All you have to do is wear the whitening trays on a daily, for around 6 hours at a time. Most people prefer to wear the trays at night.

The average treatment duration for home whitening is 2 weeks. At the end of this period, you should notice a beautiful, bright smile!

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Tender Gums And Throbbing Teeth Need Dental Intervention

Saturday, September 27th, 2014

863081_blogIf you experience dental discomfort whenever you bite hot or cold, it could mean you are suffering from a dental abscess. An abscess requires urgent dental treatment and it’s advised that you come and see us straight way.

What Causes An Oral Abscess?

Oral abscesses are often the result of harmful bacteria trapped below the gum line and left to spread. This then becomes infected and turns in to an abscess when left unchecked. If you touch the abscess by accident when you talk or eat you are likely to cause yourself further pain. If you cannot get to a dentist in time we advise you to take over the counter pain-killers as a temporary solution to the discomfort.

Visit a dentist

You need to visit your dentist to treat a dental abscess as other abscesses can be treated by a GP, these however, cannot. Your dentist will need to drain the area of infection as this will ensure that the majority of harmful bacteria is removed from the infected area. We advise you to avoid eating hard, acidic or chewy food during this period as to avoid further pain. Get in touch with a City Leeds dentist if you start to experience these symptoms. We are here to help!

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Check in for a check-up at City Leeds

Friday, September 26th, 2014

3388353_blogNever underestimate the importance of a dental check-up.  Ideally, patients of all ages should be visiting their dentists for check-ups every 6-9 months.

Regular dental check-ups are vital as they allow your dentist to notice any changes in your mouth, chat to you about general oral health maintenance, pick up potential warning signs and discuss any problems you may have been experiencing with your teeth.

Check-ups are nothing to worry about and only take a few minutes. They don’t involve any drills, needles or injections and are pain-free. When you come for a check-up with us, one of our dentists will examine your mouth, checking your teeth, gums and tongue, and then give your teeth a quick clean and polish. They will note down any changes to your mouth in your dental notes, and chat with you about any problems you may have with your teeth, discussing further treatment procedures if necessary.

A dental check-up is a key component in the preventative approach to oral health. However, if you do happen to notice any strange symptoms such as sensitivity, toothache or bleeding gums, you should arrange a dental check-up to get the symptom(s) looked at, even if you’ve recently had a check-up or a scheduled to have one in the near future. We advise that in the event of symptoms arising, you should book an appointment as soon as you can so that your dentist can check for potential issues. The earlier dental problems are spotted and treated, the better.

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Innovation And Orthodontics With The Inman Aligner

Thursday, September 25th, 2014

4683491_blogHaving gaps and crooked teeth is a common problem amongst young people today.  But many are unaware that discretion can be achieved by using an orthodontic system such as the Inman Aligner. In the past traditional fixed orthodontic systems have been clunky looking and ungainly. With the Inman aligner discretion and quick treatment is the name of the game. You can iron out your dental kinks in no time when you give is a call and set up a consultation with our City Leeds orthodontic specialist.

How does it work for you?

The Inman Aligner works by utilising a metal bar and a coiled spring to bring the teeth into perfect dental alignment using our expertise. The metal bar is slender and runs along the back of the teeth. The coiled spring allows the bar to gently move the teeth into place.

Who is the Inman Aligner for?

If you require minor orthodontic correction, such as a small front tooth gap, mild crowding or slightly crooked teeth then the Inman Aligner could be the perfect corrective device for you. It’s also the ideal treatment for patients who have undergone a dental relapse after having extensive braces treatment.

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Breathe New Life Into Your Smile By Overcoming Dental Phobia

Wednesday, September 24th, 2014

2445507_blogIf you find yourself paralysed by fear at the thought of visiting the dentist then you should call the experts at City Dental Leeds. We understand your fears and have gentle, calming methods to keep you focused on the positive outcomes we can achieve.

It’s often the first step that is the most difficult, which is why we will only talk to you in our first meeting and won’t force you into anything you don’t want to undergo. We try to explain our treatments in as much detail as possible and if you decide to undergo treatment our expert dental staff will try their best to put your mind at ease.

Dental phobia options

Our highly trained and compassionate dental experts deliver the highest standards in patient care and have a number of relaxation techniques available. Sedation during treatment is popular with our extreme dental phobia patients. It allows the patient to relax without being put asleep. This allows our dentist to calmly escort you through the procedure.

It can take the effects of sedation 24 hours to wear off, so if this is something you opt for, you will need a friend or family member to look after you for this duration. Sedation can leave you feeling woozy which makes it dangerous to drive home without assistance.

The first step to conquering your fear lies within a quick phone call to our City Dental experts.

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Light Up The Room With Perfect Porcelain Veneers

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014

2904346_blogDo you long for a smile, which could light up even the darkest, dingiest room? With our veneers, your smile will steal the limelight for sure!

About porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are designed to create beautiful smiles; this is a very popular cosmetic treatment, which is often the reason why celebrities have such radiant, youthful smiles. Veneers are sheets of laminated porcelain, which are cut to fit the shape of the natural teeth; they are applied over the top of the natural teeth in a similar way to false nails on top of natural nail beds. With veneers, we can create perfect white smiles, as well as providing a solution for common problems such as chips, worn surfaces and staining.

Veneer treatment is relatively quick and painless, with an average treatment time of around 2 weeks. Once we have planned your smile design and selected the type of veneers you would like, we will prepare and make impressions of your teeth. It’s important to prepare the teeth before treatment because it makes room for the veneers and ensures a natural looking result. The impressions of the teeth are sent away and the veneers are returned to us once they have been skilfully fabricated by highly experienced dental technicians. When the veneers are ready, we will slot them into position, show you your new smile and then fix the veneers using dental adhesive.

How long do veneers last?

Veneers should last for several years, but it’s very important to look after them, as they can break and chip like natural teeth. If you do damage a veneer, we will repair it and restore your smile back to its former glory without any problems; just give us a call and we will arrange a appointment for you.

Veneers are guaranteed to give you a beautiful smile, so if you’ve been hiding away from the camera or worrying about what others will think when you open your mouth to speak or smile, now is the perfect time to take the plunge and treat yourself to a brand new smile.

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Be Wise To Wondrous Dental Whitening!

Monday, September 22nd, 2014

1567900_blogNowadays, it’s more important than ever to have a stunning white smile; everywhere you look, from billboards to magazine adverts and celebrity red carpet events, people have flawless bright smiles, but you don’t need to be a supermodel or a star of the silver screen to have a beautiful smile. With our whitening treatment, your smile will soon be stealing the show.

Our whitening treatment

We offer home whitening treatment, which uses premium whitening products and agents to gradually lighten the teeth, giving you a stunning healthy looking smile. With home whitening, you can enjoy amazing results with the benefit of convenience, as you don’t even need to leave home to see the stunning effects. You simply wear whitening trays, which contain whitening agent, for approximately 6 hours per day for 14 days and at the end of it all, you will have a whiter, brighter smile.

The whitening trays are custom-made for each individual patients based on moulds of the teeth; this means that they are very comfortable and they fit perfectly. Once your trays have been made, you can tae them home and start your treatment.

Is whitening painful?

No! One of the best things about tooth whitening, aside from the fast that it gives you a gorgeous smile, is that treatment is painless. The trays are comfortable and the whitening agents are safety approved. Before our patients start treatment, we provide consultations to check their dental health status and ensure that patients are aware of how the treatment works and what it involves.

How long will the results of whitening treatment last?

The results of your treatment should last a long time, but it is worth noting that your teeth will stain in the same way, so it’s best to avoid drinking red wine, coffee and tea on a regular basis if you want to keep your smile sparkling.

Call us now to find out more about home whitening and how it could give you the perfect set of pearly whites.

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TMJ Is Tough. Speak To A City Leeds Dentist If You Suffer These Symptoms

Sunday, September 21st, 2014

2143132_blogWaking up with headaches and jaw pain is no way to start the day. If you suffer from TMJ disorder, we are here to remedy your problems and soothe your pains.

What is TMJ dysfunction?

TMJ disorder is a term used to describe a group of symptoms, which affects the TMJ, also known as the temporomandibular joint. This joint is a very active and important joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull; it is involved in lots of important actions, including opening and closing the jaw and chewing food. If you put your fingers just in front of your ear lobes on the side of your face and open your mouth wide, you can feel the TMJ working.

Symptoms of TMJ disorder include popping and clicking noises in the jaw, aches and pains in the joint, stiffness and a lack of movement in the jaw and headaches, ear ache and neck and shoulder pain.

How can a dentist help?

One of the most common causes of TMJ disorder is tooth grinding, also known as bruxism. Grinding the teeth increases pressure and strain on the facial muscles around the jaw and it can also contribute to wear and tear of the teeth. Many people who grind their teeth aren’t aware that they do it because it is a subconscious action and it occurs during the night when you are asleep, but if you regularly wake up with the symptoms listed above, this could be why.

If you grind your teeth, we can provide you with a custom-made bite guard to prevent the teeth from grinding together during the night. The bite guard looks and feels similar to a mouth guard and it is custom-made so that you can sleep without feeling uncomfortable.

In many cases, bruxism is linked to stress and anxiety and we can also provide patients with advice about managing stress.

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