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New Year, New Smile! Restorative Dentistry for Patients in Leeds

Monday, January 4th, 2016

18625010The phrase “restorative dentistry” covers a whole range of treatments for various conditions, including missing or damaged teeth and even the treatment of damaged bone tissue. Often, these repairs are carried out for cosmetic reasons, so that the patient no longer feels embarrassed or ashamed of the gaps in their smile, but often these dental problems can have more serious implications for a person’s oral or even general health.

There are three types of restorative dentistry: prosthodontics, endodontics and periodontics. Each offers the patient help for whatever oral health problems they are suffering.

Prosthodontics

Prosthodontics are probably the most common type of restorative dental treatment, as this group includes fillings to repair the damage done by tooth decay and to prevent the tooth from having to be removed. Other types of this treatment include veneers, crowns and bridges, which are considered more of a cosmetic treatment.

Endodontics

Endodontics refers to problems inside the tooth, so serious problems with the tissue that make up the inner parts of the teeth rather than the surface enamel. Probably the most well known treatment that is part of the endodontics group is root canal treatment, in which damaged or diseased tissue from inside the tooth is removed and then filled again with a suitable synthetic material. Untreated root canal problems can be very painful, so patients are usually very keen to get their condition treated!

Periodontics

Periodontic specialists treat problems with your gums, including the common condition gingivitis or gum disease. This is an uncomfortable condition that can also have serious complications for the health of your teeth, so it’s important that you ask for help if you are suffering any of the symptoms of gingivitis, like bleeding gums. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, which shows you just how important it is not to put off treatment, as by the time you seek help it could be too late to save your teeth.

Why you should have a regular check-up

It is important for patients to attend their check-ups regularly and seek help if they are even the slightest bit worried about any symptoms. Restorative dentistry is much more effective if the condition can be treated as early as possible, plus there is always the risk that you might lose teeth or have to have them extracted if you don’t get treated quickly enough!

Restorative Treatment to the Rescue!

Friday, October 9th, 2015

3177025_blogAs we walk through life experiencing a high quantity of events that might test us mentally and physically, these predicaments become troublesome at times. What to do in a particular situation might prove to be horrifically difficult. However, when it comes to a dental predicament that is not at all desirable, it could cause further issues if not treated in time. If the issues are really serious, then restorative treatment is often required.

Restorative treatment is simply what it says – forms of treatment that can help the patient achieve the fantastic smile they once had. There are various types of dental procedures in this category.

Implants

Used to substitute the natural tooth with a singular or several teeth, the roots to the dental implant are synthetic with a replacement crown placed on top. If correctly looked after,  dental implants can last for the rest of the patient’s’ life.

Full mouth reconstruction

For patients who need several forms of treatment in order to resolve their dental issues, diagnosing the teeth properly will allow for the dentist to fully determine what exact treatment is required. These steps are then relayed to the patient so they know precisely what is going to happen.

Bridges

During the patient’s first appointment, the gap is filled by a crown which allows for the dentist to gain a physical impression of what bridge the patient requires. On the second visit, a dental bridge is then fused to the patient’s natural teeth so a complete smile is created for them. In between these appointments, a temporary bridge will be worn by the patient.

Top Three Restorative Treatments

Thursday, September 24th, 2015

2823674_blogRestorative dentistry involves the diagnosis and treatment of all issues relating to the smile. In an ideal world, restorative treatment would feature much less frequently in our daily workload. Regular brushing or flossing and making use of preventive treatments such as the early detection of gum disease or tooth decay can help prevent the need for any invasive dental treatments.

Nevertheless, restorative dentistry for patients in Leeds plays a very significant role and in some cases cannot be avoided. For example, teeth may need to be restored following a road traffic accident or after a fall.

Probably the most common restorative treatment is fillings. When a tooth is damaged by decay, it is often necessary to remove the decaying material and replace it with enamel or porcelain. The latter is used for white tooth-coloured fillings to make them look more natural. It also involves less removal of the tooth, making it a more comfortable and speedier treatment.

A second common restorative procedure is endodontic or root canal treatment. This seems to be one of the most feared treatments in dental care but, while efforts should be taken to avoid such work, the principle behind it is quite simple and it is not as bad as it sounds. When a tooth is badly damaged or decayed, there is an increased risk of infection to the blood or nerve supply of the tooth. This can be painful and potentially result in the loss of the affected tooth. Root canal treatment is then carried out by removing any sign of infection and thoroughly cleaning it before filling in the tooth again, to restore it to its natural shape.

A third common treatment is the replacement of missing teeth with dentures.  Obviously, these vary in size and design depending on the scale of the problem. This has cosmetic benefits such as improving the smile and preventing facial muscles from sagging. Importantly, it also allows the wearer to enjoy a healthy diet. Dentures are usually made from acrylic (for the teeth) and either acrylic or metal for the base, commonly known as the plate. When a denture is partial, it is attached to the natural teeth with clasps, known as precision attachments.

Give Your Teeth Some TLC at Our Dental Practice

Monday, August 24th, 2015

18625010If your teeth are in need of some TLC, there’s no better place to go than City Dental Leeds. We have all kinds of treatments on offer to clean, polish, strengthen, protect and brighten those pearly whites.

Our treatments

We offer a comprehensive range of general, preventative, cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic treatments and are confident that we can find the perfect solution for almost any dental problem or imperfection you can imagine. Whether your teeth are decayed, discoloured or damaged, we can give them the TLC they deserve and ensure you leave with us a beautiful, healthy smile.

We provide general and preventative dental treatments such as check-ups, cleaning treatments, fillings, extractions and root canal treatment to keep dental disease at bay and treat existing signs of decay, infection and gum disease. Our aim is always to prevent dental problems, but in the event that they have already become apparent, we aim to make you feel comfortable and prevent any progression as quickly as possible.

Our restorative treatments, including crowns, inlays and onlays and dental bridges, are designed to repair and restore broken, chipped and misshapen teeth. If you’ve been injured, have been involved in an accident or your tooth is decayed, we can help to patch it up and restore strength and beauty to your smile.

Cosmetic dentistry is all about making you look and feel amazing and with our cosmetic innovations, you can really treat your teeth. We offer teeth whitening, veneers, cosmetic bonding, white fillings and gum reshaping and we can combine treatments to produce a stunning smile makeover. We also use the latest cosmetic braces to straighten out issues including gaps between the teeth and crowding.

If you would like to treat yourself to a new and improved smile, call us today and arrange a consultation.