If your tooth has become internally damaged, root canal treatment may be necessary. Teeth are actually hollow, with a chamber inside called the pulp chamber which houses many nerves, veins, arteries and assorted tissues. The root canals are the channels which enter into these chambers through the root of teeth. They carry many nerves so are a vital and sensitive part of your mouth.

If material in the pulp chamber has become damaged an abscess might form in the event of infection. An injury to the mouth might be sufficient to damage the pulp chamber or tooth decay or gum disease may end up with complications inside the tooth. If an infection results it can be very painful indeed and even spread to the rest of your mouth. You may require root canal treatment if your teeth continually ache, your gums are swelling and tender near a particular tooth or if, particularly after an accident, one of your teeth has turned a dark colour.

Root canal treatment involves your dentist anaesthetizing the area and drilling into the affected tooth. This is get access to the chamber within and the root canals. Your dentist will need to take detailed xrays of your teeth to determine the depth of the canals and how much infected pulp is present. Using special equipment, the canals and the chamber are cleared of the infected materials and your dentist will seal your tooth with a temporary filling.

At a second appointment your dentist will examine the tooth to see if the canals have remained free of the infected debris. You will then have a permanent crown attached.

Speak to your Billericay dentist about this vital process if you think you may be in need of it. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Your lower jaw is connected to the temporal bone of your skulls by the temporomandibular or TMJ. It coordinates the movement of the jaw when you are eating and talking and includes all the muscles and nerves coming from the brain. If a disorder develops in one of the TMJs it can be extremely painful and affect the movement of your mouth.

TMJ disorders will make it difficult to eat and talk and you may notice the pain particularly when yawning. In extreme cases pain is rest even when the jaw is at rest. Because the nerves are affected, the pain will spread to your neck and shoulders and you may experience muscular spasms and sometimes tinnitus. It is vital that TMJ disorders are dealt with as the symptoms can be extremely debilitating.

Your Harlow dentist is trained to diagnose and treat TMJ disorders. They will administer a ‘clench’ test by asking you to bite so that it can be determined where you are experiencing pain in particular. By creating a mould of your teeth, your dentist will be able to determine if there are any structural disorders with your teeth caused by TMJ.

It is very rare for TMJ disorders to require surgery and usually they can be solved with orthodontic procedures. Your dentist might recommend that an appliance is fitted to the jaw to correct the TMJ disorder or that you wear a mouth guard to prevent teeth grinding at night which might be causing or exacerbating the problem.

Contact your Harlow dentist today if you are worried that you have any of the symptoms of TMJ disorder. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford

It is estimated that around one and a half per cent of British women and three per cent of British men suffer from sleep apnea, a potentially debilitating condition which causes obstructions to your breathing while you are asleep. It is most prevalent in those over forty years old and involves the throat muscles relaxing, causing temporary blockages in the airways for periods of about five seconds.

The reduced reaction times of sleep apnea sufferers mean that car crashes and general accidents grow in likelihood. The hypertension that can result mean than heart attacks and strokes are more likely too for sufferers. Sleep apnea disrupts sleep because a message is sent to your brain that oxygen is no longer passing down your throat and so your body is forced into waking up. Even if you wake for only a short time, the persistent disruption of sleep is enough to cause problems for your health.

Overweight people have a higher likelihood of suffering from sleep apnea and smoking and drinking alcohol before sleep can bring on the condition. Those who take sleeping pills or other sedatives are at increased risk of suffering and changes in your hormonal balance can cause sleep apnea. Studies have also shown that sleep apnea can run in families.

Your Epping dentist, with access to the affected areas of the tongue and the soft palate, will be able to help diagnosing sleep apnea so that the problem can be dealt with swiftly and effectively. You may be told you need continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), in which case you will wear a mask as you sleep which will guarantee that oxygen reaches the lungs in an unbroken flow. Less effective but more comfortable than CPAP are inter oral devices (IOD) which are small implements that fit easily into the mouth

Get in touch with your Epping dentist today if you feel worried about sleep apnea. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

There are many activities which might contribute to the fading of your teeth’s natural, white sparkle. Common substances like coffee, tea and cola can lead to your teeth fading and even becoming stained. Drinking red wine and smoking tobacco too can have the same effects. Just as your hair is likely to turn grey or loose its sheen over time, so the very process of aging will probably affect your teeth similarly.

The procedure of Zoom teeth whitening is an advanced process which will restore your smile to a white brilliance. Unlike home-whitening kits, Zoom is carried out by dental professionals, so you know you are in safe hands. Your dentist will cover your lips and gums to protect them, then apply a proprietary whitening gel to your teeth. While being exposed to a special ‘curing’ light, the gel is able to effectively break down any stains or discolorations on your teeth. In just three sessions which will be over in forty five minutes, Zoom works to restore the natural colour of your teeth.

The results which Zoom offers are immediate. Home whitening kits often take a number of weeks in which you will have to apply gel to trays and wear them over night. They can be uncomfortable, inconvenient and inconsistent. After your dentist has carried out the Zoom procedure you are free to go and enjoy the benefits that a naturally sparkling smile will bring to your life.

Most toothpastes can raise the whiteness level of your teeth by about two levels; Zoom can give an incredible increase of eight levels. If you have dull or stained teeth, contact your Chelmsford dentist to see if Zoom teeth whitening is suitable for you. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford

People these days will do almost anything to turn back the clock and beat the signs of aging. They spend a lot of money on cosmetic procedures to smoothen away wrinkles skin. However, all this effort will be wasted if they do not do something about their teeth as well. Teeth are a dead giveaway of a person’s true age because they have a tendency of becoming more yellow as a person ages. As a matter of fact, lots of people who want a quick fix to look young and who are afraid of going under the knife or unwilling to do so prefer to just whiten their teeth to automatically look younger.

The simplest way of whitening teeth is to bleach them, but this method has limited effect. It will certainly not take care of deep stains although it will brighten the teeth to some extent. The most effective method of whitening teeth is to use veneers and it is increasing in popularity.

According to a Billericay dentist, veneers have become the first choice of people wanting to brighten their teeth even though the process is expensive. There are two types, composite and porcelain, with porcelain being more expensive but better looking. A skillful dentist is able to give a patient a brand new smile that is composed of bright and evenly sized and placed teeth. People do not mind spending money if they get to have a radiant smile and if they can look younger in the process. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

People whose teeth are dark and discolored need not have to live with the embarrassment of having unattractive teeth. It can be quite an embarrassment to have teeth that are ugly, and it can severely impair a person’s chances both for romance and for employment opportunities. There may be many reasons for teeth becoming discolored, and while oral hygiene is one of them, there are other reasons for it as well, including nutrition at an early age and the consumption of certain substances that can stain the teeth.

A dental clinic in Basildon offers the latest treatments in tooth whitening and they can all give the patient bright teeth. Many times, all that is needed is for the teeth to be cleaned and for the plaque to be removed. There are also bleaching treatments that can remove light stains. If a tooth is very badly discolored, the dentist will offer veneers that can completely cover the tooth and give a very bright and realistic appearance to the teeth.

These treatments to whiten teeth are requested by lots of people, and not only by celebrities and people employed in the entertainment industry. They offer no health benefits to the patient but they can certainly make his or her life easier. The latest treatments involve far less discomfort than old fashioned ones, and they are also more effective than them. The availability of good quality dental treatment ensures that people these days do not hesitate before approaching a cosmetic dentist to get their teeth whitened and their appearance improved. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Feeling ashamed of your personal appearance can be very damaging in a society which is so image conscious. If you have issues with your teeth it can cause problems with social interactions, turning meeting new people or attending business meetings into difficult situations.

If you needed uneven, stained or damaged teeth to be rectified twenty years ago, the possibilities were fairly limited. Advances in dentistry since then mean that porcelain veneers offer a viable solution to these problems by offering natural looking improvements to your teeth which will give you the confidence to show off your smile once more having had just one session with your dentist.

Porcelain veneers fit over your teeth and give a stunningly natural finish. They can be as thin as contact lenses, meaning that hardly any work is required by your dentist. The CEREC technology which Harlow dentists offer mean durable porcelain veneers can be made in only six minutes. It uses digital imaging software and cutting-edge computer techniques and signals an end to lengthy waits for new veneers.

Your dentist will clean the area where the veneer is to be fitted and apply an etching agent. This allows the dental bonding better grip onto the existing tooth. Then the veneer is constructed, with your dentist making it match your other teeth in terms of translucence and shading.

Ask your Harlow dentist today about the amazing results that porcelain veneers offer and take the first step towards gaining a brilliant smile and achieving the self-confidence it will bring. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

There is nothing worse than being embarrassed about your smile. If you have damaged teeth, you may be nervous or apprehensive in social situations, worried that someone will spot the affected teeth. It is important to deal with this problem and maintain confidence by rectifying broken teeth.

In order to strengthen a broken down tooth, you may need to have a crown fitted. This will allow it to function like your other, healthy teeth when you are talking, eating and drinking. Crowns are ideal in a situation where there is so little of your tooth left that it is impossible to rebuild it as such. They will act as a protecting barrier against the future formation of large cavities on the remaining portion of tooth as well. If you have dull or stained teeth, crowns can be utilized to enhance the aesthetic appeal by effectively covering them up and allow you to smile confidently again. In this case however, a less invasive procedure such as tooth whitening may be more appropriate.

In the past, metal was the preferred material for crowns. These led to the formation of dark lines against the gum which many people found unsightly. Porcelain crowns are a huge improvement on their metal counterparts. Most obviously, the fact that they match your surrounding teeth in terms of colour, shade and texture is a huge boost for anyone worried about the appearance of their smile.

Once the area has been prepared and cleaned, your dentist might need to remove a little of the existing tooth under local anaesthetic to make sure the crown achieves a tight fit. The dental putty impression is sent to a lab where the crown is made from a lightweight porcelain that is immensely durable. After a fortnight of wearing a temporary replacement, your dentist will affix the permanent crown with dental cement.

Ask your Colchester dentist about what porcelain crowns can do for your smile. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

It is common to find yourself in a situation which requires your teeth to be protected. Some physical sports such as rugby, American football, boxing and lacrosse are so physical that our mouths can be put at risk. The same can be said of activities like gymnastics and mountain biking. If you grind your teeth during sleep, that can damage them too. It is vital that your teeth are protected in order to avoid the painful inconvenience of chipping a tooth or even loosing one or more fully.

Mouth guards offer a simple solution to protecting your teeth. Sports stores sell stock protectors which offer minimal protection by ready to wear guards which are usually cheap. Dentists do not especially recommend these products as, in wearing them, your mouth is still exposed to a number of risks. Some guards are made of a malleable substance which can be shaped if you place them in boiling water and then bite into them but they too don’t offer a high level of protection.

The best option is to get your dentist to fit you a mouth guard. They are far more comfortable and will give you a greater degree of protection by virtue of the fact that they are custom made to fit your unique mouth snuggly. Like when fitting a brace or a crown, your dentist will take moulds of your teeth before a technician makes the mouth guard. These products are more expensive but mean your teeth and mouth are much safer in dangerous situations.

Spending money on a mouth guard might save finances in the long term as having a serious injury to the mouth might require expensive and invasive surgery to correct it. Contact your Brentwood dentist to find out more information about mouth guards and how they can prevent painful oral injuries and expensive restorative procedures. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford

If you loose a tooth it is vital that it is replaced. When you are missing a tooth talking, eating and drinking can become that bit more difficult and further oral health problems can result. The realistic replacements offered by dentures represent a solution which your Maldon dentist will be able to advise you about.

Using mini implants is a way of securing your dentures into your mouth effectively and with stability. Mini implants act as a substitute for the root of your tooth that has been lost. The titanium that the implants are made from is extremely compatible with the natural materials of your mouth. The predrilled sockets will ‘osseointegrate’ with your jaw, the fusion of titanium with bone meaning that the mini implants will be highly long-lasting. Your new dentures will be housed in these sockets.

First your dentist will thoroughly clean the area of debris to avoid contamination then undertake an xray or CT scan. Under local anaesthetic, an incision in the jaw will be made so that the mini implant can be installed, then you will be sewn back up. During a period of healing a temporary replacement tooth will be worn before the permanent denture is secured to the mini implant which will already be integrating with the jaw.

All in all mini implants offer a long term solution to problems of tooth loss. The fusing process provides an immensely secure foundation and titanium is an extremely hard-wearing material. Your realistic replacement dentures can therefore be treated just like normal teeth, without the worry of them slipping out or being difficult to clean. Contact your Maldon dentist for more information about how mini implants can permanently solve your tooth loss problems. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.