We often think that beauty is the preserve of the young, and it’s maintenance, the domain of the rich and famous, but in central London, it’s available to all. Cosmetic treatments to fend of ageing, for a while, were all ‘cut and slice’. But the more technology advances our understanding of the human condition, ageing treatments are leaning more towards non surgical techniques such as botox and dermal fillers, not only to fight the ageing process in the cases of wrinkles and lines, but also for restoring injuries. Dentists have also picked up the gauntlet of these treatments as they involve simple, precise injections similar to that of local anaesthetics administered to the mouth for dental procedures. Dermal fillers reinstate ‘youth’ to tired areas, injecting collagens or hyaluronic acids into areas around the mouth, firming the skin and regenerating old cells; halting and in some cases, reversing the ageing process: the perfect accompaniment to any recent dental work done. It lasts up to a year before a top-up is required and is quick (treatment up to 1 hour) and fairly cheap at around £300.
Archives for November, 2010
Dermal fillers in central London
November 20th, 2010Cosmetic bonding in the city of London
November 19th, 2010
Artistic flair is rapidly becoming an important credential in most professions in everyday life. From cooking to surgery, it’s the difference between an efficient finish and a fantastic one; in the city of London, this also applies to the dentist, especially with cosmetic bonding. Cosmetic bonding is a technique that uses a composite, easy to shape resin that can be used to fill cavities and gap’s, repair chipped and cracked teeth, and eliminate small blemishes and discolouration. The dentist’s artistry comes with deciding on the strength, colour matching and ultimately the sculpturing of the finished product. A dental bond can restore a healthy look to the teeth in one visit to the dentist and is a lot cheaper and faster than other procedures. If looked after, the bond can last up to 20 years and requires only minor touch ups along the way.
Eliminating the ‘gummy’ smile in London w.1
November 18th, 2010
One of the first things we notice when we meet someone new is their smile or alternatively, the lack of it. Having any dental problems can greatly affect our self esteem and the way we project ourselves. The ‘gummy’ smile is such a cosmetic problem. It’s not overly caused by health problems, although there are links to medication used to counter blood pressure. The more common reason is hereditary, with a lot of gum covering the front teeth and impairing the desire to smile. Help is on hand in London’s W.1. The more common removal of gums is with a scalpel, but thanks to the wonders of technology, lasers are rapidly taking over. It’s a relatively painless and quick procedure, aimed mainly at the front teeth and requires only a local anaesthetic. The laser will gently trim the excess gum, fusing the blood vessels as it goes and depending on the condition of the tooth exposed, may incorporate the need for veneers after the healing. Prices are as attractive as the smile, starting at around £150- not bad for restoring self confidence.
Getting nervous at a dentists in central London
November 17th, 2010
It’s quite extraordinary the fear and anxiety that strikes most of us before a visit to the dentist and according to a dentist in central London, serious problems can arise when trying to treat a nervous patient. Dental phobia’s come in many guises, some borne out of ignorance, others out of experience. One of the problems is that we are willing to put our teeth in the hands of a stranger whom we assume knows how to carry out dental procedures. The answer to this is that we could do a little research of our own on dental procedures available. A visit to see a practise and a consultation with a dentist will alleviate some of the anxieties surrounding our treatments and give us a chance to get to know the person behind the drill. But some phobias stem from bad experiences at the dentists, either to ourselves or to others we know. This is a more difficult problem to overcome, but again, in a face to face consultation you can express the level of your fears and therefore, the dentist can tailor the treatment to your concerns. Dental techniques and procedures have advanced, as has the recognition and treatment of dental phobias in patients. Relaxation techniques and sedation dentistry are now part of everyday dental practises, designed to tame anxiety and relieve pain.
Smiling in central London
November 16th, 2010
As in central London, Americans live a fast and hectic lifestyle in the cities, and with regards to dental ‘fixes’, probably explains why some of the more faster and innovative ideas behind dental treatment come from there. Such a device is called the 6-month smile. It’s an aligning system aimed at adults to correct most orthodontic problems, such as aligning crooked teeth and filling gaps. Most adults are wary of starting a long course of teeth alignment during mid-life, so this would be the ideal quick-fix they require. Once this treatment is chosen, the teeth will be fitted with a number of tiny, white brackets connected by wires. A visit to the dentist will be required each month to monitor the movement and to reset the tension of the wire to maintain the pressure on the teeth. Once the course is complete and because of the speed of the procedure, a retainer should be worn for a short while after to prevent the teeth moving back again. The results are as good as any other aligner and are priced around £2500.
Botox in london w.1
November 15th, 2010
As the world chases the dream of eternal youth, there are so many options to choose from to keep us looking young and a rather fashionable choice right now is botox. Every city in the world is offering this clever non-surgical solution to old age and deep in the heart of London’s wealthy W.1, it’s as common as a trip to the dentist, which ironically is generally the place to get the treatment at the moment. Most cosmetically orientated dentists will offer botox and dermal fillers as an extension to regular cosmetic dental treatments so that not only the teeth look beautiful in the mouth, but also the face that houses it. And if you think about it, an injection of botox is done in exactly the same way as an anaesthetic is administered into the gums, with finite needles and pinpoint precision. Botox is an intense protein injection, intended to smooth out the wrinkles on the face, lines around the lips and to make the lips look fuller too. Treatment takes around 15 minutes and is a perfect addition just after any dental work has been completed- taking around a few days to settle and lasting up to 6 months. Prices start from around £200 per area, but consider busy people on the move; combine botox injections with CEREC treatments… that’s a new face and mouth in a long lunch hour!
Temporomandibular joint (tmj) symptons in west London
November 14th, 2010
We all like a good chat and chew in W. London and its incredible how much stress we place on our jaws throughout the day. Every aspect of our lives involves movement in the mouth, from work to leisure and that is a lot of pressure to place on two tiny jaw joints and their muscles, teeth, nerves and ligaments. There are numerous reasons behind TMJ disorders; grinding of teeth, posture, stress, diet and sleeping problems. These directly affect the occlusion of the mouth or the bite. This is very important to keep in check as we grow up and our teeth change. Various orthodontic techniques can protect our occlusion and keep it healthy- braces, crowns, replacing missing teeth, treating sleep and teeth grinding disorders with gum-shields, and maintaining good oral hygiene. If TMJ disorders are allowed to develop, they can lead to serious health complications around the upper body. Every day functions that we take for granted, such as biting, talking and chewing can become painful. The jaw can wear and start clicking and the areas around the jaw joints can also become affected. TMJ has been directly linked to migraines, ear and eye aches, neck and even upper back problems.
Inman aligners in London w.1
November 13th, 2010
There are a lot of aligners and braces on the market in London’s W.1, each having their own advantages and disadvantages, each claiming to be better than the next, but is there one of them that lays claim to doing the job in as little as 6 weeks? Well the Inman Aligner does and in a very unique way, making it the choice of aligner for most adults. Because of its design and unique mechanism, it can only be used on teeth at the front of the mouth. A thin bar on the outside of the teeth applies external pressure, whilst a coiled spring on the inside operates in the opposite way. The soft, rocking movement this creates, ‘to and fro’, gently squeezes the teeth into place, very efficiently and rapidly. The aligner is also removable making it very hygienic and sociable, and unlike clear braces, there is only one aligner for the whole treatment. But for adults, it’s a godsend. Treatment time at the most is 16 weeks- that’s under 4 months out of the year to plan the treatment around holidays, weddings or Christmas, and starting at around £1400, it’s a very attractive option.
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Clearstep treatment in central London
November 12th, 2010
In central London, there a many options available to straighten your teeth, but we tend to shudder at the thought of braces, that labyrinth of pipe-work that acts as a larder for food, leaves you vulnerable to jibes and you can forget about any notions of romance. Well, that’s not strictly true anymore, especially with the latest addition to the options of aligners. ClearStep is an invisible, very thin, positioner that moves the teeth gently and precisely into position for anytime up to 18 months. The positioner will be replaced every 2 weeks to continue putting pressure on the teeth until the treatment is complete. There are no wires to worry about and no-one would know it’s in the mouth unless you pointed it out! But there are two other major advantages of this treatment. It is removable allowing you to eat and clean your teeth afterwards in the normal way, (it can be left out for those more social moments too!) and the positioners can be used with bleaching agents to keep your teeth white. Prices start from £1500 up to £4500 depending on the length of treatment required and anyone can use this procedure from the age of 7 onwards.
Invisalign teen in west London
November 11th, 2010
For an adult, dental procedures deal with teeth that have already developed. But for a teenager, treatments are a lot more complex. Teeth are still growing and it is important to monitor this growth to protect the mouth’s occlusion or ‘bite’ in later life. Many of us have experienced braces and the psychological effects that they can have in the early years of being a teenager. Invisalign Teen treatment is an American product designed for growing teeth and helps remove the often scarring anxieties that can arise from traditional fixed metal braces. Invisalign is a clear, ‘invisible’ aligner that reduces dramatically treatment times (around a year), and is removable. Invisalign Teen treatment works the same way but promotes features designed around teenage lifestyles. (It’s easier to blend in freely with other classmates and general teenage activities if you are not drawing attention to yourself with a mouthful of metal!). After the treatment has begun, the wearer with be supplied with 4-5 aligners (one free one in case of loss) that should be changed when the blue indicator has faded (about 2 weeks) and a 6-weekly visit to the dentist is required to monitor the movement and supply new aligners. The aligner is worn around 22 hours a day, but another advantage is that it’s removable; great for eating and oral hygiene, but excellent for going out and dating!
