On the High Street there are many beauty salons, they will make you look fresh with many new and old procedures on the skin, but now they are also offering whiter teeth in your lunch hour. A Central Leeds dentist has spoken out in favour of this method of getting a brighter smile. It is in affect a smile makeover, and the confidence it brings is often worth the procedure in itself. The cost will vary from salon to salon, but expect to pay around £400 as a norm. It takes just 3 sessions of fifteen minute treatments, with a cooling off period in between, but around an hour or so can be expected. It starts off with a soft shield being fitted to protect vulnerable flesh from getting burnt, then a gel is brushed onto the teeth and a special blue light is shined onto the gel. A reaction with the natural enamel makes the teeth whiter, and provided you follow the dietary advice you will have a beautiful smile and white teeth for a year. You can get a top up after 12 months, but provided you look after your teeth it could last even longer. Some technicians even do home visits as the machine isn`t that heavy and there aren`t any complicated procedures or pain killers involved. All you will feel is a little sensitivity to your teeth, along with a slightly warm feeling. The intense light is produced by a machine, and is directed via a beam straight onto the exposed area of your teeth, there are no known side effects.
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Teeth Whitening; the technology explained. By a Central Leeds dentist
Friday, October 1st, 2010Teeth Whitening is now the latest craze. By a Central Leeds dentist
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010
Teeth whitening has taken over from tanning as the `must have` fashion accessory, and it isn`t that expensive to have says a Central Leeds dentist. The market place is awash with different methods of doing this, from home kits to professionally trained technicians working in Beauty Salons and even in the home. Let’s look at the home self whitening kits first; they come with all you need to do this at home and safely. The kit includes a mouth gum shield and the bleaching agent mix that will do the actual job required. First you need to make a mould of your teeth, to do this you soak the shield in hot water and then when it is soft you simply bite into it. This makes the mould of your teeth; you then fill the mould with some of the bleach and then place it on your teeth and leave for around 40 minutes. This can be repeated whenever you need a top up, and it is quite effective on most teeth that are slightly discoloured. The other method is to use an intense light source to do the job; this is available in most salons on the High Street. It needs a technician to operate the machine, and it takes around an hour to do in 3 x 15 minute sessions. A gel is pasted on the teeth, and a rubber shield protects the rest of the mouth and lips, a light source is shone on the gel and it reacts with your teeth’s natural enamel to whiten them, it’s that simple.
Teeth Whitening and how it works. A Central Leeds dentist advises
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010
You can now get your teeth whitened by a technician rather than a dentist; although dentists do still perform this procedure says a Central Leeds dentist. It is done in most salons that you`ll find in the Yellow Pages and on the High Street. The method uses a bright blue intense light to make the teeth`s natural enamel react and whiten your teeth. You will need to have fairly decent gums as well, the procedure starts with an inspection of your teeth and gums, heavily stained teeth may not qualify, but most teeth do. A mouth guard is fitted to protect your inner mouth, tongue and lips, the intense light will burn them otherwise. A gel is then pasted onto your teeth and you will get 3 sessions of around 15 minutes each, with a cooling off period in between. You will need to adhere to a strict dietary regime for a few weeks, this mean you cannot eat or drink anything that will re-stain your teeth again before the process settles down. This will include coffee, tea and red wine especially, but the sacrifice is worth it as it will give you a really bright and healthy looking appearance to your smile. The cost is anywhere between £200-400 depending on where you shop and what is on special offer, the whiteness will last around 12 months if you are careful what you put in your mouth and chew. All in all this method is really quite good and will bring you a new confidence with your Hollywood smile.
Leeds Dentist Offers Treatment for A Discoloured Tooth
Saturday, September 4th, 2010
A discoloured tooth is a big problem, especially if the tooth is right in front of your face. People who have this problem are hesitant to smile because they do not want others looking at it.
There are many reasons why teeth get discoloured, and the most common reason is exposure to coffee, wine, cigarettes etc. Exposure to fluorides and certain antibiotics during childhood is another reason why teeth get discoloured. However, this normally affects all teeth at the same time. If a single tooth has changed colour, it is probably because it has suffered some injury at some point of time, especially during childhood. Many falls in childhood result in damage to growing teeth. Similarly, an adult tooth can get discoloured if it has been chipped, the most common causes of which are accidents and sports injuries.
It is very easy to hide this problem, and you need the services of a cosmetic dentist for this. If you live in Leeds, you need to identify a good dental practice that specializes in this form of dentistry and which has dentists trained in the latest methods.
If your teeth have been discoloured due to something you eat or drink regularly, then cleaning and whitening treatments ought to suffice. If however, you have a discoloured tooth due to an injury, then your dentist will use a crown or veneers to cover it. You will be able to walk out of the dental clinic in a very short time with your tooth perfectly disguised.
Bleaching Treatments Offered By Leeds Dental Practice
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
There are many advantages to getting one’s teeth bleached and this is therefore a very popular cosmetic dental procedure. We use our teeth so often, without always remembering to look after them. This causes them to become stained and discoloured over time. Not only is this unattractive, but it also makes a person look far older than he or she is. As a resident of Leeds, you have some excellent options in dental clinics where you can go and get your problem solved. There are dental clinics there that specialize in cosmetic dentistry, and they can help you get a set of gleaming bright teeth.
A dentist makes use of powerful whitening agents in order to bleach the teeth. They work very well to remove stains that occur as a result of drinking dark coloured beverages such as tea, coffee or wine. These whitening agents are also helpful in making teeth look less yellow in colour.
The teeth whitening treatment does not cost too much and it is also done within a relatively short time. You will be amazed at how such a quick and simple procedure can transform your looks. As a matter of fact, many people who want to look younger fast resort to this method and it gives the result of a quick ‘face lift’. The opposite is also true, and people who have had actual face lifts also have to have their teeth bleached in order to get them to match with the rest of the face.
Get Beautiful, White Teeth with Zoom Whitening in the City of Leeds
Sunday, August 8th, 2010
A bright and beautiful smile is what draws you to anybody so it natural that you would also yearn for the same. But over time due to diet and lifestyle changes, your teeth can turn yellow or get stained and lose its shine and luster. The only way to regain beautiful white teeth is by getting a Zoom whitening procedure from a specialized dentist in the City of Leeds.
Zoom teeth whitening have a lot of advantages when compared to other whitening techniques; this is the only method which gives you freedom to choose from eight different shades of white depending on your preferences. The whole treatment procedure takes only forty-five minutes so you can get it done in just a single appointment and walk away with a sparkling smile. It is also safe and comfortable and gives long-lasting results unlike traditional methods which fade off after a few years.
The first step is to cover your lips and gums and only expose the teeth where the dentist has to work. Next, the Zoom whitening gel is applied all over the teeth which is specially designed to work with Zoom light; these both together help to remove all the stains and discoloration by penetrating into the teeth. This process has to be done three times and each time the gel is left on for fifteen minutes; you can either watch television or relax and listen to music lying on your dental chair.
At the end of forty-five minutes, the gel is removed and the teeth are cleaned well using a solution and water. The Zoom whitening procedure gives you the freedom to get super white teeth and a beautiful, healthy smile in just an hour’s time.
Get a Brighter Smile with Enlighten Tooth Whitening in Leeds
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Tooth whitening procedure is also known as dental bleaching in cosmetic dentistry and is done to whiten teeth which can get stained or lose its colour due to smoking, long term medications, certain food stuffs and bacterial pigments. Enlighten tooth whitening is the latest technology offered in Leeds that can give you an OVITA shade B10 which is supposed to be the brightest and whitest shade according to a dentist’s shade guide.
The biggest advantage of this procedure is that you can get the natural whiteness of the teeth unlike the artificial look that is given by porcelain veneers or crowns. This process can also be done by anybody regardless of age, lifestyle or dietary habits and hence has become highly popular among both celebrities and common man alike. The first thing to do is to consult a dentist or dental clinic specialized in this technology; this can help you to gather more information regarding the procedure and help you fix up and appointment for the same.
The Enlighten tooth whitening procedure is a very simple one and takes only a time period of two weeks. On the first day, the dentist will take an accurate impression of your teeth which is sent to the specialised Enlighten lab where bleaching trays are prepared accordingly from a new material known as Osuper sealedO. The patient is asked to wear these trays for fourteen nights followed by a small surgery session on the fifteenth day which lasts for approximately forty minutes.
The patient is also advised to wear these trays for at least six nights in a year to make the results last indefinitely. The Enlighten tooth whitening procedure is simple and harmless and can make your dream of a bright and dazzling smile into a reality.
Whiten your teeth and get a new confidence. Says a Central Leeds dentist
Saturday, July 3rd, 2010
Teeth Whitening is more popular now than ever before, maybe it’s because of some of the judges on T.V. talent shows or maybe it’s because the price has dropped. So many people are walking around with a new confidence and an air of happiness that hasn`t been seen for many years says a Central Leeds dentist. One of the most sought after methods is the intense light method; it uses a newly developed technology that reacts with the teeth’s natural enamel. It blends the colouration that makes your teeth white with a specially developed gel; the whole process is painless, comfortable and quick. It is available at many beauty salons around the country, and is carried out by mobile technicians who travel from one salon to another. The cost also varies from £200-400 so shop around and see where you can get an introductory offer. The work is carried out mainly by technicians who are trained to a high degree; this is why the price is so good. The process takes around an hour and consists of 3 fifteen minute sessions, the mouth, lips and tongue are protected by a soft rubber gum shield while the special intense blue light source works with a gel, this makes the enamel on your teeth runs slightly and therefore the colour is restored. It doesn’t hurt, but you`ll need to keep to a recommended diet which avoids foods that stain the teeth. It last for 12 months before you will need to renew it.
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.
Leeds dentists stress the importance of cleaning braces during treatment
Thursday, May 20th, 2010
More and more teenagers and adolescents in the UK are being treated with orthodontic braces. These are straightening devices made from plastic, ceramic and metal that are attached to the teeth in an effort to manipulate them into a more aesthetically pleasing position. Braces are used to treat a variety of alignment, spacing and bite issues
More modern braces such as the Inman aligner and Invisalign can be removed for the purposes of teeth cleaning but the majority of patients undergoing orthodontic straightening are treated with the traditional style fixed metal, or train track, braces. These braces function by attaching metal wires to fixed brackets on each tooth. They provide a very effective treatment but can cause problems when it comes to teeth cleaning.
The brackets fixed to the teeth mean it is impossible to clean the areas under them. They are also protected from enamel erosion and the affects of discolouration. While this is a bonus for this specific area, if the patient is not cleaning their teeth effectively, when the braces are removed they are left with small square patches of lighter coloured enamel that is very difficult or even impossible to correct.
Leeds dentists therefore recommend that patients who wear braces are especially vigilant when it comes to cleaning their teeth. They will be more than happy to demonstrate the most effective ways of effectively cleaning the teeth when wearing braces to limit the chances of any discolouration damage towards the end of treatment. After all, the last thing you want when you finally have your braces removed is to have their new appearance spoiled by discoloration and uneven enamel.
There are also dangers to do with heightened risk or tooth decay due to food being caught in and around the brackets. These act as breeding grounds for bacteria and can accelerate the process of tooth decay if the braces themselves are not properly cleaned.
