February 7th, 2012
If you have lost a tooth or teeth it can lead to all sorts of problems and it is best to rectify the situation as soon as you can. Tooth loss can occur as a result of dental decay, gum disease or from a one-off accident affecting the mouth. Having teeth missing can, in simple terms, mean that your mouth is not able to function as well as it ought to with all the teeth present. What’s more, your cheeks can begin to sag inwards giving you the appearance of being older than you are.
A long term restorative solution to tooth loss is to have them replaced using dental implants. Dental implants basically act as a substitute for the root of your lost tooth. Into the implant a replacement tooth can be screwed as the implant is like a socket.
They are made of titanium which naturally fuses with your jaw bone in a process called osseointegration. This means that your replacement tooth is incredibly secure and stable thanks to the durable and light titanium anchor.
Dental implants can support and bridge of replacement teeth or just a single tooth. The procedure involves surgery, usually under local anaesthetic, because an incision has to be made in the gum for the implant to be placed. The success rate of dental implant surgery is extremely high.
If you have lost a tooth or teeth, talk to your City of London dentist today about the various options available to have it or them replaced. You might prefer a less permanent solution such as full or partial dentures but for long-term restorative effectiveness, it is hard to beat dental implants.
December 28th, 2011
Losing a tooth is always going to be a problem at the best of times, not only from an aesthetic angle, but from a health one too. Tooth loss can lead to further complications with the remaining teeth moving into the gap and also causing the outbreak of infection and gum disease. This might be the time to consider getting the gap filled for the sake of your oral health and there are quite a few ways to do this in London W1. Having a dental implant fitted is as strong as the original root and less prone to infection- to this you have the new tooth fitted and it will be there pretty much for life. Partial dentures are a way to go, but if you are only missing a single tooth, and are a bit strapped for cash, a dental bridge is the way to go, the new ‘filling’ will be bonded to two crowns that are then cemented onto the adjacent teeth either side of the hole; for extra strength, they can also be located onto a mini implant. They don’t come without their problems as they are notoriously hard to clean at first, but once you have this issue sorted, they are a great replacement and will give you at least 15 good years. In all cases, these treatments will always put that lovely smile back on your face.
July 19th, 2011
Most people in the city of London would not relate the word beautiful to any dental treatment what so ever, only to the outcomes. But if you take a look at just how refined, slick and sophisticated modern dentistry has become, you may well change your mind.
Having healthy, good looking teeth can fire up your self esteem and help you to project yourself with confidence, and other than the incredible range of cosmetic treatments available, you can also replace those missing teeth too as easily as having a filling. Modern dental implant treatments are a beautiful example of just how easy it is to correct the ultimate problem of the mouth- tooth loss. Precise laser surgery can locate the implant with the minimum of fuss and damage to the bone and surrounding gum tissue, meaning that your mouth recovers very quickly from the treatment, sometimes on the same day that the procedure has been done. The new root is considered to be stronger than the original and is more resistant to disease, and once it in, your new fitting, say a crown, bridge or even dentures are then attached to the implant. Dental implants should last you for life and even if the fitting fails, you can simply have it replaced. Most dentists in the city offer this treatment and these are all vying for your services, meaning there are some very reasonable deals around which we can all afford.
July 6th, 2011
The initial impact of losing a tooth or teeth might be embarrassment and outright pain. The long term effects can be damaging to the health of your mouth. Not having a full set of teeth in your mouth can make it that bit more difficult to eat and drink in comfort and sometimes the remaining teeth will start to shift into the positions left vacant by the absent teeth. Thankfully there are plenty of options for replacing lost teeth.
One of the most popular methods of doing so is to have dental bridge work carried out. What this amounts to is securing a false tooth (also known as a pontic) to the surrounding teeth. This is a highly successful and adaptable method that does not require invasive surgery. Dentists can adapt the process depending on the situation of tooth loss in the first place.
If you are missing a tooth at the front of your mouth then your dentist will be able to secure the bridge in such a way that the bond is concealed and aesthetics are preserved. If there are not teeth on either side of the gap or one of them is too weak to be a part of the bridge, the false tooth can be secured on one side only.
Dental bridge work can be carried out in conjunction with dental implants whereby a false tooth is secured via a ‘socket’ implanted in the gum and fused with the jaw bone and then used to support a bridge of replacement teeth.
Have a chat with your City of London dentist if you are missing some teeth and are interested in how dental bridges can improve the health of your mouth.
February 28th, 2011
If you have lost a number of teeth from tooth decay or an accident then you should get them replaced so that your mouth can function properly again. Your mouth is a highly specialised organ that relies on having all the right parts in place so that it can eat, drink and talk with ease. Having a gap where teeth ought to be can compromise these activities and your cheeks can sag in so that you appear older than you actually are.
A bridge is a method replacing teeth by attaching them to existing teeth. There are three main types of dental bridge. Traditional or fixed bridges are when a false tooth is fused between two neighbouring teeth. This is a particularly stable method but may not always be appropriate if the surrounding teeth are not strong enough.
In the case of resin-bonded or Maryland-bonded bridges, the resin is concealed when the bridge work is done at the front of the mouth. This is to preserve the aesthetic appeal of your smile. If your front teeth are too weak to support a replacement tooth then a cantilever bridge is used where the replacement tooth is anchored on just one side instead of two.
You might need to have a little of one of the surrounding teeth removed in order to accommodate the replacement. Your dentist can determine whether this is necessary by taking a mould of your mouth or by giving you a digital x-ray. While the replacement is being constructed you might need to wear a temporary replacement to keep the area stable.
If you have lost a tooth, talk to your West London dentist about the options available using dental bridge work.
February 22nd, 2011
There are great treatments flying around dental surgeries in the London W1 area designed at covering the problem of tooth loss.
Bridges and crowns, and even dentures were for a very long time top of the choices, although there was another lurking around in the background- dental implants. However, this was a very complex operation to do, very expensive and so, very exclusive and it would take over half a year to complete because of the healing process- it was all drills and scalpels back then.
But then along came the computer and the laser that was soon fed into dental implant surgery and the procedure became so refined and quick, that you can now have multiple implants done in a day. Once you have had them fitted, and your gums have healed, you are then fitted with a completely, stunning new set of teeth that will be as strong as the ones you once had.
An implant is a small titanium rod that is screwed into the jaw bone to act as the new root and being so strong, it should be there for life, being the base to attach anything you like to. All of these new techniques in implant technology have meant that it has become available in most surgeries around the city because it is now so easy to perform, and this has seen a rapid drop in price. So aside from how slick the treatment has become and the costs involved, its popularity has risen dramatically to become the most preferred option to overcome tooth loss.
January 19th, 2011
Dentures are a device that is made to replace missing teeth which is made to fit on the surrounding soft and hard tissue of the oral cavity where the missing teeth are. There are two main categories of dentures which are determined by which teeth they are used to replace those on the mandibular arch (bottom set of teeth) or the ones on the maxillary arch (top set of teeth). Dentures can help a patient suffering from tooth loss in a number of ways; first the ability chew food is improved, also aesthetically it vastly improves the natural appearance of the face as the dentures replace the teeth as support for the facial structure, also having teeth improves enunciation of words, and finally it greatly improves the patient’s confidence. There are two kinds of dentures, partial dentures used to replace a small amount of teeth, and complete dentures which are used to replace an entire set. The process of getting dentures involves a number of visits to the dentist, first the dentist will have to examine and remove any remaining damaged teeth and deal with any problems such as gum disease. Before getting dentures these procedures need time to heal properly during which time a temporary set will be given until you are ready for the permanent ones. The dentures need be regularly cleaned and should be taken out at night time and placed in cold water, also brushing your gums and the roof of your mouth twice daily is recommended to keep healthy gums. To discuss improvements or to get dentures speak to a London W1 dental practice for all the advice needed.
October 15th, 2010
There are many conditions and afflictions that can affect the teeth such as tooth decay and gum disease. If these conditions are allowed to worsen without treatment they will very often result in the death of the dental nerve and the ultimate loss of the tooth. Teeth can also be lost to dental trauma such as a motor vehicle accident or sporting injury.
Not only do missing teeth spoil the aesthetic appearance of the smile but they can also be responsible for many further dental problems. This is because missing teeth can allow more bacteria to develop in the hollows left by lost teeth. These spaces in the dental arc can also allow teeth to rotate and lean changing the alignment. This can cause problems with the occlusion or bite and lead to muscular problems and TMJ.
For these reasons, London W1 dentists always recommend that you should try and replace the missing teeth as soon as possible. There are a number of ways of doing this that include using a dental bridge, partial denture or dental implant.
Dental bridges involve filling the gap left by a missing tooth with an artificial tooth supported by two crowns, thus bridging the gap. Partial dentures are artificial teeth attached to a plate which fits into the palate. However, perhaps the most successful and popular dental replacement is a dental implant. This involves implanting a small titanium screw into the jawbone to act as a base for a replacement teeth. Dental implants are both very realistic and more solid than other dental restorations although they are also more expensive. Find out more about missing teeth and how to replace them at your next check up appointment.
September 12th, 2010
Teeth can be lost for a number of reasons. They can be lost due to decay or disease or as the result of a sporting accident of car crash. Not only do missing teeth look very unsightly in the mouth but they are also the cause of many further complications when it comes to your dental health. This is the reason why dentists always recommend that you replace missing teeth as soon as possible.
There are a number of ways to replace missing teeth with artificial substitutes which vary in price, quality and permanency. For example, dental bridges will last about ten years on average and are one of the most cost effective ways of replacing a missing tooth. Partial dentures can also be used to replace lost teeth. However, there is one way of replacing missing teeth that is by far the most sturdy and long term.
Dental implants are small titanium screws that are anchored directly into the jawbone and act as a solid base for artificial teeth. The screws are implanted surgically and left for some time to fuse with the natural tissue in the jaw. The crown is then selected to closely match the appearance of the remaining teeth.
Dental implants are not only the most solid and realistic dental replacements but they will also last a lifetime and rarely need replacing. A series of mini-implants can also be used to act as a solid base for a set of dentures. In all, a total of five mini-implants will be needed for dentures.
To find out if you are a suitable candidate for mini-implants you should make an appointment with your City of London dentist. They will assess the strength of your jaw and tell you if dental implants can work for you.
August 21st, 2010
We have all seen what happens to a smile when a tooth is missing. A gap in the dental arc is pretty much the first thing that you notice when somebody smiles at you, but it is not just the aesthetic damage that is cause for concern. Missing teeth leave hollows in the gums that provide the perfect place for bacteria and plaque to build up. This hollow area is very difficult to clean with a conventional brush and can lead to damage occurring to other teeth in the dental arc. This process will repeat itself over and over until ultimately the teeth are all under threat.
Like any solid defence, your teeth need to be at maximum strength to successfully battle dental disease and decay. This is why your City of London dentist will always recommend that you try and replace missing teeth as soon as possible.
One of the most effective ways of doing this is to have a dental bridge designed and fitted. Just like it sounds, a dental bridge spans the gap created by the lost tooth with an artificial tooth. This tooth, known as the pontic, will be very realistic and match the other teeth for maximum cosmetic effect.
The pontic is normally held in place by dental crowns on either side of the gap. Small resin strips attach the pontic to the crowns to restore both the appearance and functionality of the tooth. Dental bridges are very effective and also the most affordable of all the dental substitutes. If properly maintained, a dental bridge from a City of London dentist can last as long as twenty years, although the average lifespan is between ten and fifteen years.
