Inman Aligners are an orthodontic brace that straightens and moves the teeth to a position that nature intended, many adults have crooked teeth and to use general braces would be prohibitive for them. Most dentists use Inman Aligners as an alternative to the Invisalign type of brace. Inman Aligners are limited to the amount of movement they can achieve, and generally work better on misalignments of the lower and upper front teeth. They are generally not suitable for cases where the teeth are crowded or compacted in the mouth. After the first consultation, your dentist will be able to determine if you are suitable for the Inman Aligner. The Inman Aligner is not entirely clear like its rival the Invisalign brace; it has a metal bar that is prominent across the front of the teeth. However, the Inman Aligner has more benefits than the invisible brace system. One of the main benefits is that this system is removable at will; the patient can easily remove and replace it at any time. This makes eating and cleaning the inman aligner much simpler, it is also handy for the busy executive who needs to be brace free at a business meeting. The brace works by pulling and pushing the misaligned teeth into the position that is required by the patient, and this whole operation can take in between 6 to 16 weeks. The cost isn’t too much either, and you can expect to pay anywhere between £1,300 and £2,500 depending on the length of time and the amount of visits required. A patient will need to visit the dentist every two weeks to have a new aligner fitted, this is done by adjusting the springs and the bar to lessen or increase the push and pulling elements of the brace. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

A dental bridge is a crown that uses healthy existing teeth to hold a false tooth in place, explains a Basildon dentist. Some patients cannot wear a denture when they lose a tooth, and a fixed false tooth will usually solve the problem. In some cases a dental implant isn’t possible because the jaw line is weak; in these cases a bridge is recommended. This is a device that is made by a technician who works from X-rays and digital photos taken by the dentist, a bridge is exactly that and it places the false tooth in the gap left by the loss of the rogue tooth. A dental bridge looks like three teeth joined together, but the clever part is that the two teeth either side of the false tooth are in fact hollow. Now, a hollow tooth won’t in itself be strong enough to hold a tooth and allow it to used as a natural one. The hollow part is just so the teeth can be fitted over the teeth on either side of the gap being filled. The teeth, although they are healthy ones, will be ground down and shaped in order to take the anchor teeth on top of them, much the same away a carpenter would make a joint to join two pieces of wood together. The bridge is fixed into position with a dental cement and once the sides are sealed and the cement sets, the teeth that make up the bridge can be used fully. Unlike dentures the bridge needs no special cleaning agent or method of cleaning, the patient will be able to treat the teeth of the bridge just like a normal natural tooth. Most dentists can carry out the whole procedure and it isn’t expensive or complicated, there is little discomfort and swelling as with other methods of replacing teeth. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Dental pain is an awful experience, and no matter how good your teeth are we are all prone to it from time to time. The pain in a tooth can be the cause of many factors, constant airline travellers suffer from the consequences of the pressurised cabins that take their toll on our teeth. A Chelmsford dentist has advised that it is important to analyse the source of the pain in order to treat any long term problems, the last thing a patient needs is to keep coming back to the dentist for pain relief. Usually a tooth ache can be dealt with by taking a few pain killers, and these days we have many kinds that are really powerful, yet not harmful like the long term use of Paracetamol. Many patients will consult their dentist with a tooth ache that won’t go away, and the dentist will end up treating an infection caused by a bad oral hygiene regime or even worse, no oral hygiene program at all. Bacteria is always in the mouth and produces acid which eats away at the enamel, this then weakens the surface and cracks appear leaving a route for bacteria to enter the inner chamber. The infection can progress into an abscess and swelling, along with the excruciating pain that will follow. If the problem persists then the dentist will either extract the tooth or try to save it with a root canal treatment. First they will drill out the inside of the tooth and remove any deep impounded bacteria, the hole is then filled with an anti-bacterial material to prevent further infections, this is then topped off with a hard crown and the problem usually goes away, however a good oral hygiene plan is recommended by dentists to prevent this happening again in the future. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Teeth whitening is a much sort out consequence of modern living advises a Harlow dentist. Just about everyone these days wants to have a Hollywood style smile, Simon Cowell has a lot to answer for, but he is also a great advert for this trend. White teeth give us a great smile and that is something that also gives us confidence, but what is involved? First off there is a cheap method of achieving white teeth and a medium and expensive way. A home whitening kit will cost less than a £100 and is easy to do; it involves mixing a bleaching agent and a reactor in a gum shield which is then fitted over the teeth and left to do its job. The results vary depending on how well you follow the instructions, the quality of the product and the amount of discolouration on the teeth. Most people will however get their teeth whitened at a salon or their dentist, at the salon you will have a technician doing the job, and their method isn’t recommended for people with badly receding gums as the root is exposed. A gel is brushed on the teeth and a rubber shield is used to expose them and protect the gums, tongue and lips. An intense light is shone on the exposed teeth to react with the gel, this breaks down the stains and encourages the enamel to smooth itself out and give the appearance of a whiter tooth. There are restrictions on what you can eat and drink, but this method has had good reviews. A visit to the dentist will be needed if you want to go a bit more expensive and have veneers fitted. Thin veneers will cover the tooth and give you an instant and lasting whiteness; they will also cover chipped and cracked teeth. They last around 3-5 years. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Without a good oral hygiene plan you will be fighting a losing battle with your teeth, advises a Brentwood dentist. The importance of a good workable plan and a disciplined attitude cannot be emphasised enough, it is as essential as any other type of health plan. Bad breath is just one of the drawbacks of a lax or bad regime in oral care, there is no excuse for it as all dentist surgeries now have an oral hygiene nurse who will offer advice and leaflets. Prevention is always better than a cure as any dentist will tell you, and it takes just a few minutes, a few times a day, to give you a nice smile, clean breath and trouble free teeth. First off we should get into the habit of cleaning the mouth throughout the day, and not just in the morning or last thing at night. The main cause of tooth decay is acid build up produced by bacteria feeding off the residue in between our teeth; this also makes tartar which is that rough material around the bottom of our teeth. Gum disease is also caused by bacteria, a lax or improper brushing method will cut the gums and allow the bacteria to seep inside, this will then form into more serious infections and the end result is a premature loss of our teeth. Flossing is the most underrated part of cleaning our molars, yet it will remove the most amount of plaque in the most awkward of places, brushing alone won’t do this and it is also important to floss after each meal or snack. We need saliva to counter-act the acid build up that attacks the tooth enamel, and when we are sleeping this gland stops working, so in the morning we have a huge amount of plaque to get rid of. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Lumineers have transformed the world of dental veneers. These ultra-thin veneers can be placed over any teeth to offer a complete aesthetic overhaul as well as offering protection to damaged teeth and enabling you to live a life without limitations on what you can eat and drink because of your teeth.

Dental veneers have been used for many years to improve the appearance of teeth. Discolouration, staining and worn enamel are common problems that affect many thousands of patients across the UK. These dental concerns can make it very embarrassing to smile as well as very painful even when doing the most simple activities. Veneers, like dental crowns which are their thicker sibling, are cemented over the existing teeth to restore the cosmetic appearance and act as a protective barrier against further damage.

In the past this meant that a layer of natural tooth enamel had to be removed to allow the veneers to fit comfortably over the top without appearing too big in the mouth. This was always a drawback as dentists never like removing healthy enamel unless absolutely necessary. Now Lumineers have made this a thing of the past as they are thin enough to require no enamel removal. This also makes the process completely reversible should you have a reason for wanting to reverse it. With Lumineers you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Lumineers could be just the answer you have been looking for to get the perfect smile you have always wanted. Billericay dentists are currently using Lumineers to restore the appearance of damaged and unevenly spaced teeth in as little as two appointments. Make an appointment to see what Lumineers could do for you. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

General dentistry is the term used to describe all the services a modern dentist surgery offers, says an Epping dentist. This can be anything from advice about oral care to a dental implant, with teeth whitening and repairs in between. Starting with oral care all dentists now have an oral care nurse on duty to advise their patients how to take better care of their teeth, this will range from flossing and brushing techniques to choosing the correct brush for the individual patient. From the time you get your first molars to the time you start losing your adult teeth, your dentist will be able to advise you on the best way to prevent premature loss of your teeth. Teeth whitening is a fairly new facility offered by general dentistry practitioners, this used to be something that cosmetic dentists had a monopoly on as their clients tended to very rich ones. With new techniques and less training time whitening has become very popular over the past 10 years. Your dentist can also offer you veneers that solve many problems from discolouration to crooked, chipped and cracked teeth. Veneers are offered in either a thin version or a porcelain one, they are glued or cemented into the surface of the tooth and basically cover up any of the problems mentioned. They last from 3-5 years for thin veneers and 10-15 years for porcelain ones, both are replaceable. For more complicated problems a dentist can also handle dental implants, these are used to replace lost teeth with false ones that are permanently anchored to the jaw bone just like a real tooth. A crown is also possible to replace part of a damaged tooth, and this facility comes with a bridge version that anchors a false tooth between two other false teeth, these are anchored onto the teeth either side of the false one. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

When you watch rugby or boxing on the TV you notice that all the players wear mouth guards. There are many other sports such as ice-hockey and hockey where mouth guards are an essential part of safety equipment. This is because wearing a mouth guard when playing very physical sport or sport with a high risk of injury to the face could save you a lot of pain. This is because it offers protection to the teeth and gums which are at risk of injury and even being knocked out.

Sporting injuries to the teeth are very common. About half the teeth knocked out in the UK each year are as the result of sporting injury, so you have to ask yourself if you are doing enough to protect yours when playing sport. A mouth guard from your dentist will go a long way to giving your teeth extra protection against trauma. Anyone who has ever suffered a sporting dental injury will certainly advise you that this is a good idea, as it is not a very pleasant and often quite costly accident to have happen to you.

You can buy mouth guards in sporting good shops but these are generic and not designed for your particular teeth, which means they may not be providing the best protection. A Brentwood dentist will be able to make you a mouth guard based on a mould of your teeth so that is well-fitted and spreads the force of any impact evenly among the teeth, reducing the risk of severe trauma.

For children playing sport, it is important to remember to have the mouth guard changed every six months so that it is not outgrown by developing teeth. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

According to the Oral Cancer Foundation in America, someone dies at least every hour from the disease in the United States alone. Expand this across the rest of the world and we’re talking about a very serious killer. 300,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed every year across the world and the disease is a serious threat, although it is very curable in its early stages. This is why it so important to have yourself checked as a routine, every six months. The perfect place to do this is at your dentist.

Dentists are trained to spot the signs and symptoms of oral cancer and will conduct a check as part of a standard check up. This will give you the best chance of spotting the disease early and an 80 per cent chance of survival. Oral cancer is described as any cancer that affects the oral cavity including the lips, tongue, gums and throat. It usually manifests itself as sores or a red or white colour on the soft tissue in the mouth. These sores are painful and don’t disappear naturally after a week or so like non-threatening sores. There are other symptoms such as unexplained weight loss or bleeding in the mouth. If you are in any way concerned about something in your mouth, make an appointment to see a Chelmsford who will examine you and carry out a brush biopsy if necessary.

There are several risk factors for oral cancer that may make you a more likely candidate. As you might expect, smoking is one of the very high risk factors for contracting the disease. As is alcohol and they are particularly dangerous when combined. Age and sex also make you more likely to be at risk, with men being twice as likely to be a sufferer.

You can protect yourself against oral cancer by avoiding dangerous substances such as tobacco and also avoiding unnecessary sunlight. Seeing your dentist every six months will also give you the best possible chance of beating the disease. Even a short two minute dental exam could make the difference and save your life. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.

Dentures have been around for thousands of years, they have been made from ivory, sea shells, animal teeth, metal and even wood, Benjamin Franklin the Statesman and Queen Elizabeth I are both famous for their wooden ones. Thankfully today we have dentures that are made of a resin or clay material like porcelain. The wearing of dentures is something alien to the mouth and some people just cannot adapt to them, they come in an individual size and right up a full set. They are fitted with a plate explains a Billericay dentist; this is kept in place by the use of a glue and are removed by most people at night. It isn’t advisable to wear dentures at night, and it is also handy to soak them in a cleansing solution while we sleep. They still have the same problems as natural teeth in that plaque can form on the material, but the solutions will completely kill off and detach any plaque that gathers. Before teeth are removed to be replaced by dentures, the dentist will take a mould of the old teeth and some digital photos. This is so the orthodontist can make a set of dentures that are as near in size and shape to the original teeth. This makes it easier for the mouth to accept the new false teeth, although even that doesn’t always work and the mouth will reject the dentures and make the patient gag. Eating with false teeth takes a bit of getting used to and like most other things in life they need a bit of tweaking to fit properly. It can take a few sittings to get the dentures right, but once they are working properly most patients are pleased with the work they do, and the slight inconvenience is compensated by the fact that they can live a normal life and eat the same foods. Call 01245 268 494 for a free consultation at Advance Dental Clinic in Chelmsford.