Veneers are very popular with patients because they cover a lot of defects; they are also popular with patients that have discoloured teeth, says a Leeds dentist. Made of ceramic they need a bit of work done on the tooth before fitting, but now that has been revolutionised with the incredible Lumineer. It is a veneer in all but name, and it is proving extremely popular for its versatility, cost effectiveness and durability. They are super thin compared to conventional veneers, but that doesn’t deter from their strength as they are made from a new formula of ceramic. Usually a tooth needs to be prepared by planning it down by the thickness of the veneer, the planed area is then replaced by the veneer, and the way it is blended onto the tooth makes it a good choice to have one. Once you have a veneer though, you will always have a veneer, as the planed enamel doesn’t grow back. The Lumineer solves that problem with its unique thinness; this allows the tooth to be fitted with the veneer without the preparation work. This means that in 15 years from now you can have the Lumineer’s taken off, and your tooth worked on again as it will be a full enamel tooth as before. The cost is of course a lot cheaper due to the easy fit, and they last up to 20 years.
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The revolution in veneers that are Lumineer’s; a Leeds dentist tells all
Monday, July 12th, 2010Lumineer`s; the ultra thin veneer. The facts by a Leeds Central dentist
Thursday, June 17th, 2010
The Lumineer veneer is now proving to be very popular not only with cosmetic dentists, but also their clients says a Leeds Central dentist. The magnificent thing about them is that they are so hard wearing; they now come in an ultra thin size. As veneers go that in itself is a real breakthrough in dental advances, because it means that they can just be literally popped onto a tooth without any previous preparation work. That is good news not just for their clients, but also for your dentist too as it means they don`t have to destroy your tooth enamel in order to fit it. They take around 20 minutes to fit and set, so you could easily have a whole set of them fitted in a few hours. They are mainly used to disguise discoloured teeth, but they are also good to hide a chipped or misaligned tooth. A crack in a tooth can also be hidden by a Lumineer, and at the same time the cement used to adhere it to the tooth will also seal the crack. The cost of a Lumineer as compared to a conventional veneer is very competitive, this is due to the easier manufacture of a Lumineer, and the fact that not so much preparation work is needed to fix the veneer to the tooth. When a normal veneer is attached, the tooth has to be shaved of the same thickness to allow the veneer to be attached; this involves shaving of the tooth enamel which never grows back.
Water Laser can provide painless dental treatment; says a Leeds dentist
Monday, June 14th, 2010
Have you ever seen a Sci-Fi film and thought that lasers could be used for better things; well that day has come and not too soon says a Leeds dentist. Instead of a drill or a scalpel your dentist now has available to them a new device called a Water Laser and it’s exactly what it says it is. It is a cutting and planning tool that is cooled by water, and the accuracy is incredible when it’s used to cut into a tooth for say a root canal, or to plane off some enamel for a veneer to be fitted. Gums can also be cut away when they become infected, but the acute accuracy means that there is little or no extra damage done to healthy tissue. Less anaesthetic is needed as the laser will aneastatise as it goes about its business, and the area that needs the anaesthetic only now needs to be very minimal as the laser beam can be made to be as narrow as possible, or necessary. For a root canal it will be able to cut into the tooth and then kill off any bad bacteria in the inner chamber, and all in record time. For the use of veneers, especially Lumineer’s, the laser will be able to sculpt the veneer, as well as real teeth, into a more acceptable shape. When fitting a veneer the dentist will need to plane the tooth to take the veneer`s thickness, this new machine will take that process to a different level and make the whole process less time consuming. Cavity preparations for fillings is also more accurate and cleaner for the filling to take hold, the patient will also spend less time in the chair and feel a lot less anxiety, this method will go a long way to overcoming the dental phobia that plagues the life of so many people. For once science is using a great invention to help mankind, and in dentistry it is a being greatly received.
City of Leeds dentist uses veneers and whitening to brighten smile
Sunday, June 13th, 2010
If you suffer from discoloured or yellowing teeth it can be the cause of some anxiety and make you feel very self-conscious. The teeth are an integral part of the smile, which is the first thing people notice about each other when they meet. Therefore it is very important that we are happy and comfortable with the appearance of our teeth.
Fortunately, if your teeth have lost their natural colour there are several things that can be done to restore their original appearance. The two most common and effective ways to return teeth to a more healthy shade are whitening and dental veneers.
Veneers are usually made of ceramic (normally porcelain) and are caps that are fitted over the top of the existing teeth. They can be specially designed to make the teeth a more attractive size and shape, evening out flaws. They are also chose to be a more natural and healthy shade, thus making your teeth appear younger and healthier. Veneers are very effective and resilient, offering your teeth an extra dimension of protection but they are also very expensive and involve quite a large commitment.
Teeth whitening treatments are far cheaper and easily available. The process involves applying an active gel, containing hydrogen peroxide, to the surface of the teeth. This seeps into the enamel and bleaches it white, removing any stains and making the whole tooth look whiter. Whitening procedures can be very effective, lightening teeth by up to ten shades. But teeth whitening only last up to three years and even then, only if you have had the most extensive treatment as opposed to veneers which can last over twenty years.
Both options will certainly improve the appearance of the teeth but it very much depends on the extent of the damage and the nature of the teeth as to which is the most suitable for each person. To find out more make an appointment with a City of Leeds dentist.
Dental care is more than just brushing say City of Leeds dentists
Monday, March 29th, 2010
Brushing your teeth is only part of a good oral hygiene regime. Although brushing is very important for removing plaque and keeping teeth clean and free of bacteria, there are other important ways of maintaining the health of your teeth and gums.
As well as brushing your teeth twice a day for three minutes to clean the teeth, City of Leeds dentists recommend that time should be spent looking after the other areas of the mouth as dental care is more than just brushing. They recommend flossing at least once a day and using fluoride toothpaste if it is suitable for your teeth. It is also very important to clean other areas of the mouth such as the tongue.
The grooved and porous surface of the tongue can be a perfect breeding ground for bacteria. The substance responsible for causing gum disease and tooth decay, known as plaque, is a bacteria-rich substance. If the tongue is not cleaned effectively it will begin to act as a reservoir of bacteria for the tongue, which then causes subsequent damage to the teeth and gums, even if they have been thoroughly cleaned with a toothbrush.
Not only does the tongue act as a reservoir for bacteria causing decay, but it can also be the source of bad odours which are then carried out the mouth on the breath. Bacteria that decays releases foul-smelling sulphurous compounds which are the cause of over 90% of cases of bad breath. Dentists recommend using a soft-bristled brush at least twice a week to clean the surface of the tongue. Alternatively, you may wish to use a tongue scarper to remove the bacteria form the tongue. This, along with a strong brushing and flossing routine, will help to keep your mouth clean and free of bacteria.
Veneers from Central Leeds dentist take away shame of crooked teeth
Saturday, February 13th, 2010
Being ashamed of your teeth because they are discoloured, stained or crooked can be a very embarrassing thing. It can make you reluctant to smile or even have eye contact with people, which can be very damaging to the self-esteem and self-confidence. Many people with bad teeth think that there is nothing they can do about it, but modern dental technology has found a solution to treat even teeth in the worst of conditions.
One such treatment for bad teeth is to have a set of porcelain veneers fitted. These are extremely thin caps that fit over the top of existing teeth to create the impression of evenly sized, white and straight teeth. The veneers are often made of porcelain because it has the same translucent quality as tooth enamel and also because it is very durable.
The veneers are fixed using composite bonding, which is a resin substance that can be set very hard when put under intense heat. The teeth are coated with bonding before the veneers are applied and straightened into position. When satisfied, the Central Leeds dentist will use a dental laser to safely set the bonding and secure the veneers. New dental technology has seen the development of chair-side veneer technology with the possibility of designing, manufacturing and installing a set of veneers in just one appointment. There really would be no need to be ashamed to smile with a new set of porcelain veneers so why not ask your Central Leeds dentist today?
Look after your teeth with check up from City of Leeds dentist
Thursday, February 11th, 2010
It is all too easy to get complacent when it comes to your teeth. One or two all clear appointments and a lack of any pain or noticeable difficulty can lead to several years of missed six-monthly check-ups and then all of a sudden it can be too late and you’ve lost a tooth to decay.
While it is true that we can look after our teeth fairly effectively with efficient cleaning and the right lifestyle choices, it is only with the regular supervision of a dentist that you can be completely sure that your teeth are healthy. Dental decay is caused by plaque acid eroding the enamel. This is a gradual process that can happen over many months or even years and often happens in parts of the mouth that are quite difficult to clean effectively and also hard to see. City of Leeds dentists will be able to thoroughly examine all parts of your mouth to ensure that plaque, or tartar as it is called when it hardens, is not damaging your teeth.
Like all health problems, tooth decay and gum erosion are most easily treated in their early stages. The longer you leave it, the more damage is done and the more painful it will be. It will also require significantly more treatment if it has been allowed to develop, which may prove very costly. The absence of dental pain does not mean that your teeth are not under attack from disease and it really is your responsibility to prevent this at all costs.
A six-monthly check up is quick and easy and the more regularly you stick to this plan, the less the risk is of any nasty dental problems arising.
Improve your appearance with dental veneers from Central Leeds dentist
Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
Dental veneers, which are sometimes known as porcelain veneers or laminates, are very thin tooth-coloured shells that are cemented over the top of discoloured, worn or otherwise damaged teeth. They are bonded to the existing surface of the teeth using composite resin, which is tooth coloured itself and also adds another layer of protection.
Veneers are capable of completely transforming the appearance of teeth by covering them with uniform shells that can create the appearance of straight, white teeth. Teeth can become discoloured for a variety of reasons but this can make teeth appear very unhealthy and cause a lot of anxiety for the patient. Veneers can transform discoloured teeth in a matter of two or three appointments at the dentist with little or no discomfort.
You and Central Leeds dentist will plan exactly what results you would like from veneers and the dentist will then conduct a short examination to make sure your teeth are suitable for veneers. They may also take some x-rays to aid in the manufacture of the veneers. The latest technology involves manufacturing veneers using digital x-rays and computer guided mills, which has significantly cut the time of manufacture.
When applying the veneer, the dentist may need to remove a fraction of the enamel or etch it for better adhesion. This is usually a painless procedure but some anaesthetic may be used as a precaution. After this comes the actual bonding process before the veneers are polished and any excess cement removed. The transformative powers of dental veneers has to be seen to be believed as they really can change not just a person’s face, but their entire appearance.
Smile makeovers for that glamorous smile
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009Today we finished a complete smile makover for a lady from Bradford. She first came to see us complaining of worn, yellow looking crooked teeth. After a detailed assessment and lengthy discussion with the patient she decided to go for a combined course of teeth whitening, veneers and porcelain crowns. She decided to finance the treatment with our special 0% interest deal. Within a couple of weeks we transformed this patients smile from worn and discoloured to white, straight and glamorous. She is so happy and confident now with her new smile. If you would like a smile makeover and are from Bradford, Leeds, Leeds city centre or the surrounding areas contact our friendly team on 01132454868 for a free consultation.