We Are Now Pleased To Offer Two New Hygiene Clinics At

Smile Design Dental Practice

FRESH BREATH CLINIC

Designed for people who have concerns or are seeking advice on good oral health and hygiene:    

Introductory Price                £45 for 30 minute appointment

HYGIENE POLISH     

Designed for those who would just like tartar and staining removed from their teeth.

Introductory Price           £45 for 30 minute appointment

for more information or to book an appointment

contact the practice 

on 01296 624163

Free Gum Screening and Advice Appointments

Bacteria causing gum disease has been implemented in heart disease, diabetes, premature and low birth weight babies and miscarriage.  These are all serious conditions, which should obviously be prevented if possible.

Gum (periodontal) disease often goes undetected and many people don’t realise they are sufferers.

Periodontal Disease usually occurs in individuals that are susceptible to the bacteria, not as is commonly thought, in individuals that don’t look after their teeth.  Many people care for their teeth but unfortunately can still develop signs of gum disease.

We understand the gravity of the consequences of this disease and therefore are offering:

FREE GUM SCREENING APPOINTMENTS

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!

During these appointments the gum tissues will be checked advice given on how to treat the problem.  You will not be under any obligation to register as a patient at Smile Design Dental Practice.

Please contact the practice on 01296 624163 to make an appointment.

New Year New You,

For a limited time only!

We are offering a reduction in the price of whitening treatments at Smile Design.

 INSURGERY + HOME KIT       offer price £548               usually £700

                       INSURGERY WHITENING       offer price £349               usually £450                      

                        HOME KIT WHITENING          offer price £199               usually £250                      

Gift vouchers are avaliable for birthdays, special occasions such as valentines day or mothers day.

Please call to book a free consultation before the end of March to take advantage of our great New Year Special Offer.

01296 624163

Wishing You All A Happy New Year

Gum Disease Linked With Diabetes

Clinical guidelines recently released by the International Diabetes Foundation (IDF) emphasise the importance of periodontal health for people with diabetes, which affects about 246 million people worldwide.

World Diabetes Day (WDD) on November 14 shone a spotlight on the condition, with iconic buildings such as the London Eye, lit up with the blue WDD circle logo.

Founded by the IDF and the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1991, WDD aims to raise awareness of diabetes.  This year sees the first of a five year campaign addressing the growing need for diabetes education and prevention programmes.

The new IDF oral health clinical guidelines support research which suggests that the management of periodontal disease which affects the gums and other supporting tissues around the teeth can help reduce the risk of a person developing diabetes and can also help those with diabetes control their blood sugar levels.

The IDF guideline contains clinical recommendations on periodontal care, written in collaboration with the World Dental Federation (FDI).  These encourage health professionals to look out for symptoms of periodontal disease such as swollen or red gums, bleeding during tooth brushing and to educate patients with diabetes about the implications of the condition on oral health.

“Educating people about the risk factors of diabetes and promoting action to encourage early diagnosis, is vital in tackling the worldwide diabetes epidemic,” said Sir Michael Hirst, president elect of the IDF.

Samuel Low, associate dean and professor of periodontology at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, also emphasised prevention.

He said: “Everyone should maintain healthy teeth and gums to avoid periodontal disease, but people with diabetes should pay extra attention.”

“Periodontal disease triggers the body’s inflammatory responses, which can affect insulin sensitivity and ultimately lead to unhealthy blood sugar levels.  Establishing routine periodontal care is one way to help keep diabetes under control.”

He added: “I know that these clinical recommendations will be helpful for those professionals who work with and treat people with diabetes.  I also encourage the medical and dental communities to work together to provide the best possible care for our patients.”

In the UK alone, diabetic diagnosis has increased from 1.4 million in 1996, to 2.5 million in 2008.  By 2025, there are predicted to be more than four million people with diabetes in the UK.  It also is estimated that there are around half a million people currently living with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes in the UK.

Viggo Mortensen is UK and Ireland vice president of global healthcare company, Novo Nordisk, which help sponsor WDD.  He said “As a world leader in diabetes care, we are truly committed to defeating this disease.  Promoting greater awareness of the risk factors for diabetes and encouraging best practice sharing in diabetes prevention and management is key to achieving this.”

Article from the Dental Tribune United Kingdom Edition November 30 – December 6, 2009

Cosmetic Consultations And Digital Imaging

Smile Design Dental Practice are pleased to offer free Cosmetic Consultations

and Digital Smile Imaging.

Undergoing Cosmetic Dentistry can be a life changing decision.  Here at Smile Design Dental Practice we can offer you the opportunity to see your improved Smile before any treatment is commenced.

Your digitally imaged photos can be taken home to view in your time with family and friends before any decision is made.

Please click the link below to view some examples

http://www.smiledesigndental.co.uk/digital_imaging.htm

LUMINEERS VS VENEERS

•      Veneers and Lumineers are both made of porcelain   
•     Veneers and Lumineers are thin laminates that are fixed over a tooth
•     The preparation for both of them is within enamel
•     Both types of restorations are non reversible
•     Veneers and Lumineers are both made at a laboratory
•     Lumineers are marketed to dentists and the public as veneers that don’t need any removal of the enamel
•     Veneers can also be placed without removal of enamel
•     Removal of enamel allows more varied uses of veneers
•     The final result of treatment is more refined with veneers

In short, Lumineers are a brand of veneers that have been marketed heavily to the public. Cosmetic dentistry is a skill that needs to be acquired by the dentist through study and experience. Treatments need to be tailored to the individual and sometimes a combination of restorations is necessary to create a beautiful smile. For a good result with Lumineers teeth should ideally be straight or only slightly imbricated and there should be no bite problems. Lumineers are extremely thin so colour changes are limited.

Success of any case depends on the skill of the dentist to recognise the needs of the patient and execute the case in the correct way using skilled technicians to fabricate the restorations. If teeth can be improved with as little preparation to the tooth as possible, this is always preferable. Veneers and Lumineers when used in the correct situations will produce great results.

VENEERS BEFORE AND AFTER

LUMINEERS BEFORE AND AFTER

Please view Dr Suri’s photo gallery on the main site to see more

before and after pictures.

 http://www.smiledesigndental.co.uk/photo_gallery.htm#gallery/Ann_big.jpg

Facts about Dental Caries (decay)

Cavities are the de-mineralized areas, or holes, that form in teeth as a result of a bacterial infection, this decay is also known as dental caries. The infection takes place when acid-producing bacteria replace the normal healthy bacteria in the mouth. 

Two main things are responsible for this shift in bacteria:

1.         Prolonged acidic (low pH) environment in the mouth: made worse by a lack of saliva, or a sugary/acidic diet that favors acid-producing bacteria

2.         Transmission: dental decay can be passed from person to person through exchange of saliva.

PREVENTION VS REPAIR

‘Drilling and filling’ has been the traditional method of treating cavities, but it doesn’t treat the bacterial infection, just the symptoms.  Brushing and flossing have been the usual method of prevention, but they do not change the pH (acidity) of the mouth or treat the infection once it is there.

Here at Smile Design Dental Practice we try to be at the forefront of dental technology and have made available several products that treat the cause of decay rather than wait until the damage is done – preventing rather than repairing tooth decay. So for less than the cost of one new filling you can reduce your risk of needing more fillings in the future.

What can you do to stop getting decay?

If you have a high risk of getting further decay there are several things you can do and several treatments we can offer:

1.         Try to limit both your intake of sugary/carbohydrate containing items in your diet, also reduce non-sugar containing acidic beverages (i.e. fizzy drinks, coffee, tea, sparkling water, and alcohol) especially between meals.

2.         Consider the acidity (pH) of the dental products you are using. The latest mouth rinses now available at reception can neutralize the acid (decay) causing bacteria.

3.         Fluoride in toothpaste is important, to remineralize (repair the damage done by decay) your enamel and make it stronger. Toothpastes with a higher concentration of fluoride are available at reception for anyone over 10 years of age.

4.         Chew Xylitol chewing gum (or use Xylitol containing gums, mints, rinses, or toothpastes) after and between meals. Xylitol is a very effective at limiting the acid produced by bacteria, and it makes fluoride more effective.

What is Xylitol?

Xylitol is a 5-carbon sugar that is commonly found in birch tree sap and naturally occurs in some fruits and vegetables.  Xylitol works to prevent cavities in a number of ways:

·         Bacteria cannot break down Xylitol into acid as they do from all other sugars

·         Xylitol helps prevent the bacteria from sticking to the tooth enamel, which prevents them from breeding.

·         Xylitol, used with fluoride, can be more effective at repairing the damage done to teeth from decay than fluoride alone.

·                    Xylitol actually works to control the number of acid-producing bacteria in the mouth, which can in turn prevent cavities, and is available in many forms; from gums and mints to toothpastes and mouth rinses.

What treatments can we offer to stop you getting decay

      ·         Remove decay and fill the affected teeth

·         Apply fissure sealants (clear plastic coatings) on vulnerable teeth

·         Apply Fluoride Varnish where indicated (this is especially effective for children)

The CariFree Treatment System

      ·         CariFree Treatment Rinse (twice a day for 1 month)

·         CariFree Maintenance Rinse, higher concentration Fluoride Toothpaste, CariFree Toothpaste, Xylitol chewing gum

What is the CariFree Treatment Rinse?

CariFree Treatment Rinse is designed to treat the cavity-causing plaque bacteria biofilm, reduce the overpopulation of cavity-causing bacteria, and neutralize decay-causing acids. It contains both Xylitol and Fluoride. It also freshens breath. It can be used by anyone over 10 for 1 month.

What is the CariFree Maintenance Rinse?

CariFree Maintenance Rinse is designed to be used following the Treatment Rinse. It promotes healthy bacterial growth and limits the growth of decay-causing strains.  It is alcohol free and again combines fluoride and xylitol to neutralize cavity-causing acids. It is non-staining, does not alter taste and contains green tea and cranberry extracts.

                                            For more information contact the practice on 01296 624163

                                                                 or go to: www.carifree.com