Dental veneers are thin, shell-like porcelain slips that are placed over the teeth to hide imperfections and protect against any further damage. They have become increasingly popular due to their many benefits for oral health.

The veneers are made from porcelain and can be inserted on top of your teeth by your local dentist in Harlow. They are an excellent substitute for expensive dental implants and are a relatively inexpensive alternative.

Veneers hide a multitude of sins such as: stained or discoloured teeth, cracks and chips, gaps between teeth and crooked teeth. Veneers are often referred to as ‘instant orthodontics’ as they are able to straighten crooked teeth in the same way as traditional braces, but in a much shorter period of time.

Prior to the fitting of veneers, your dentist must first prepare the teeth that they will be covering by shaping and shaving off a layer of your tooth (in order to allow space for the veneer). An impression must then be taken so that there is something to send to the laboratory and your veneers can be produced. Your newly made veneers must be properly cleaned and etched before they can be cemented down in place over your natural teeth.

Veneers will last for 5 to 10 years and eventually will need to be replaced. However, if you ensure you continue a good dental routine, there is no reason your veneers shouldn’t survive for as long as possible. At Advance Dental Clinic, you can get as much information as possible about the procedure. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Did you know, 1 in 4 people in Brentwood suffer from dental phobia? The condition results in refusal to make or meet dental appointments, an unexplainable anxiety at the thought of attending the dentist and the fear of the stereotypical sounds and smells of a dental practice.

Thankfully, many dentists understand their patient’s phobias than ever before and many are trained in how to give a compassionate service that makes their patients feel comfortable and encourages them to make further appointments. Moreover, advances in dental technology means that there is now almost nothing to fear from a visit to your local dental practice. Local anaesthetic can now be administered by ‘the dental wand’, a computerised injection system that omits the need for any needles.

If you remain nervous about your check-up, stick to these steps in order to feel more at ease and overcome your phobia. Firstly, arrange an appointment in the morning, this leaves you with less time to stress and less time to find a reason not to attend. Once you have experienced your first appointment, you will be quick to see that there is nothing to fear from a routine check-up. If you are worried about any forthcoming surgery or treatment, organise a consultation through Advance Dental Clinic. This is to allow you time to understand the procedure, explain your anxieties to the dentist and come to an agreement on how you will deal with your phobia. If you are still nervous, why not ask a friend or family member to accompany you? Your dentist will not mind at all, and in fact will be happy you have found a way to overcome your fear. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Dental implants are installed by fastening a false tooth, or teeth, into the jaw of an individual via a titanium rod. The titanium rod is attached to the jawbone, then the chosen form of false tooth is secured and the implant is left to cure and fuse with the bones in the jaw. One implant is in actual fact able to anchor more than one false tooth and five or six implants is all that is needed to replace the entire jawbone.

X-rays and CT scans may be required before implants can be attached- this is to allow your dentist to better examine your mouth and the alignment of your teeth in the jaw. The surgery, carried out under local anaesthetic, involves the dentist creating a hole in your jawbone and slotting the titanium rod into this hole. Following this a small, surgical procedure to uncover the tip of the implant is completed. Once these steps have been successful, the false tooth may then be screwed or clipped onto the implant by your dentist.

For the people of Maldon, immediate and delayed implanting is now available with Advance Dental Clinic of Chelmsford. Immediate implants are placed directly into the tooth socket after tooth extraction, whereas with delayed implants, a tooth is surgically extracted and then traumatised jawbone is left to heal. Once the damage has been mended, a new hole can be produced through mechanically drilling, and the implant can be fitted into that.

Swelling, discomfort and headaches are all common side-effects of dental implant surgery. More serious complications include: neuronal damage in the tissue, infection of the gum or jaw and extensive or severe bleeding. However, these complications are very rare and should not result from surgery with an experienced dentist. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Your teeth are prized and fragile fragments of your body system and they deserve special treatment and attention, something plenty of people are too quick to overlook. Taking good care of your dental hygiene is more than simply brushing your teeth two times per day; the lifestyle choices and food preferences you make may also have an adverse effect on your oral-health and entire well-being. For many people in Braintree, brushing their teeth is no more than a two minute process. A brief once over of the top and bottom rows is deemed satisfactory and even this may be ignored and swapped for a piece of chewing gum if the particular person is rushed for time. Brushing your teeth is essential in order to clear out the micro-organisms that collect in your mouth over the day. It is necessary to brush not only your teeth but as well as thoroughly cleaning your tongue, as this is where many harmful bacteria thrive and it is the leading cause for bad breath.

Finally, in order to maintain good oral health, regular dental appointments should be kept, flossing should be performed at least once a day and a healthy diet that is low in sugar should be followed.

Dental check-ups allow for the early diagnosis and treatment of any problems you may have, flossing removes the build up of any stubborn plaque and a diet low in sugar reduces the risk of acid erosion and tooth decay. You can get all of the information you need with a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic who serve the area. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Dental check-ups are important, there is no denying that. So why is visiting the dentist still so far down on people’s list of priories? Perhaps it is a dental phobia that keeps you away from your local clinic in Epping, or maybe you believe you just do not have the time. Either way there are no excuses and through an Advance Dental Clinic of Chelmsford consultation you can learn how dental check-ups are the only way to ensure you prevent the onset of gum disease, tooth decay and painful dental conditions.

Your dentist is trained to observe any problems you may be experiencing in your mouth. Bacteria and plaque are invisible to the naked eye so inspecting your pearly whites in the mirror is no where near a good enough substitute for a visit to your dentist.

Gum disease and tooth decay are caused by the bacteria in your mouth, your dentist is the only one who can advise you properly on how to remove such bacteria, what to eat to avoid cavities and fillings and what treatment you may need to solve any dental issues you may be suffering from. Neglecting these visits may eventually lead to tooth loss as the early detection of oral problems is the only way to ensure they are stopped in time.

Whatever your excuses for not visiting the dentist are, forget them. Your oral hygiene is too important to neglect, make and appointment with your dentist every six months and you will be able to say that you are providing the best care for your teeth. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Dental bonding in Colchester is a form of restorative surgery that uses a resin to fill in chips, gaps, reshape teeth and recolor them too. It involves placing resin composites in the back and front teeth, composites restore decayed teeth, improve cosmetic appearance and can even reshape your teeth.

A thin coat of plastic material is placed on the front of your teeth. Following this, a bonding material will be applied and your dentist can sculpt, shape and colour your teeth to perfection. High-intensity light is then aimed at the plastic in order for it to harden, then the surface is cleaned and polished.

Dental bonding can be used to correct small areas or large areas of your teeth that need attention. Small corrections only need one appointment and involve the attachment of colour-matched resin onto the surface of teeth, they will typically be used for small fillings and front fillings. Large corrections need laboratory fabrication and so will need temporary fillings to be worn whilst your mould is sent to be produced into resin. These restorations are more durable and better fitting than smaller corrections as they are individually made.

Prices will vary with different patients, but it may also vary depending on the extent of the bonding needed. Prices typically start from £300 to £600 per tooth that needs attention. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

CEREC is a modern dental technique that allows dentists to produce an indirect ceramic dental restoration using computerised technology. Teeth can be restored in one appointment and the results are more natural and less unsightly than large metal fillings and through Advance Dental clinic that serves Basildon, your dentist will use 3D photography and CAM/CAD technology in order to design your new restoration. CEREC can be used to create veneers, crowns and fillings so can be used for discoloured teeth, damaged teeth or even treating cavities.

Once your dentist has designed the product online, the data is sent to an on-site milling machine which fabricates the tooth from high-quality ceramics. This process may take from 10 to 30 minutes but is a small price to pay for complete restoration in one sitting. Once your ceramic is made, it may be polished and stained to match your other teeth, then cemented into place on top of your tooth.

The benefits of CEREC treatment are that everything is completed in one single visit, you only need one set of local anaesthetic injections, your dentist is in complete control of the fabrication and the end result and finally you do not have to be subject to wearing temporary restorations.

CEREC typically costs £380 -£700 per tooth that is being replaced. This is little variation on the typical prices charged for standard veneers and crowns but provides much better, much faster results. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance in Chelmsford.

Six month smiles are a popular clinic that offer orthodontic treatment under the category of fixed braces. The braces are discreetly tooth coloured (including wires) and focus on straightening the front teeth only. The front 6 or 8 teeth are the only ones which are revealed when you smile, so you do not have to worry about straightening or perfecting the back molars. As the treatment only focuses on a few of your teeth, it provides much faster results for crooked teeth, gaps and misalignment.

Firstly, you must find your local 6 month smile clinic near Harlow and book a consultation. The clinic must be certified to provide 6 month smile braces and should be relatively close to your home or work as you will be attending several appointments to complete your treatment. The 6 moth smile free consultation is offered by many clinics, this gives the patient a no-obligations chance to be talked through the treatment.

During the consultation, X-rays and photographs will be taken to determine the extent of your dental problems and your dentist will discuss the outcomes he hope will be achieved by 6 month braces.

Following this, a mould will be taken of your teeth, and the 6 month smile laboratory will produce a template for the dentist to attach the brackets and wires in the right location on each tooth. If your dentist is very experienced, they may not need the template and may fit the braces straight away. This will shorten the treatment time. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.