Have you ever had the privilege to touch porcelain and feel how beautiful it feels? And, have you ever looked at how stunningly translucent it looks in any light? Now if you have been suffering from a bit of, shall we say, getting old, your teeth may be conveying the same message to you too in west London. We all get a little battle weary as the clock ticks on, but there is always help on hand and, if you think about that porcelain, imagine how lovely that would look in your mouth…fact is, it’s there for the taking in the shape of porcelain veneers. These fragile little things can look terribly inept if you were to sit one on the end of your finger- so thin and dainty but when cemented onto your tooth, they multiply in strength and with care, will see you good for the next 15 years. But it’s not just the fact that they will look immense when you have them fitted, it’s more about what they will hide with they onslaught of time and how they will make you feel 20 years younger- long gone will be those dreary cracks, discoloration and general woe of your teeth . Check with your dentist first, but it’s painless. They cost around a £250 a veneer so do your homework and then, you may end up doing stunt doubles for the best film-stars around!
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Beautiful you and Porcelain Veneers in West London
October 14th, 2011Central London dentists and porcelain veneers: Get the facts about how they can improve your smile
May 9th, 2011
Most of your teeth might be perfectly white and aligned beautifully with one another but if there is just one that is not quite right – especially one at the front of the mouth – then you might feel that the whole effect of your smile is ruined. And we all know how important smiling is. Is makes you feel happy but also puts others at ease and makes social interactions go with greater smoothness. Porcelain veneers might be the answer you’ve be searching for if you have a tooth that is cracked, chipped or stained.
The fact that porcelain veneers are made from what they are means that they are adaptable, durable and will not stain. Porcelain is such a strong material that dentists need only use a very small amount as an effective and discreet covering for the unsightly tooth that is compromising the look of your smile. The extra boon to this is that your dentist will probably not need to remove much of your existing tooth at all in order to fit the porcelain veneer. This potentially makes the procedures quicker and less invasive.
The fitting of a porcelain dental veneer won’t cost the earth and the fact that digital x-rays tend to be used means lab fees are largely eliminated. Nonetheless, many surgeries give patients the chance to spread their payments and these agreements are often interest free. So if you have a cracked or chipped tooth that is bothering you then ask your Central London dentist about porcelain dental veneers and how they can improve your look and give a welcome boost to your self image.
The Benefits of Porcelain Veneers in Central London
March 12th, 2011
In tried and tested methods we trust! And if you’re thinking of going down the cosmetic dentistry route in central London, one treatment that has proved itself over and over again is the porcelain veneer. Veneers have been with us for many years now, and it’s a testament to how good they are, that dentists and patients a like, still choose them. When you opt for this treatment, you are getting a good, natural restorative treatment that will last you for at least 10 years, if you look after them. When the day arrives for your treatment, you will first have the enamel removed, so that your dentist can make moulds of your teeth. These are then sent away so that the veneers can be manufactured, and when they return, they are fixed into place with cement, and then ‘cured’, very similar to having false nails fitted. Porcelain has a very beautiful translucent sheen and this shines out from within the mouth. The affects are dramatic and cover up an array of sins, such as gaps between the teeth, chips and cracks, and even cover up any signs of gum recession. This whole treatment normally takes two weeks, but if you’re impatient, find a dentist that offers the CEREC programme, and you could have the whole process done and dusted in a couple of hours, and for a similar price.
Porcelain veneers in central london
November 3rd, 2010
In central London, it’s very important to project your smile with confidence and having good looking teeth can boost your employment opportunities and enrich your social life, as well as giving you that touch of glam. Over time, teeth can start to look tired with the excesses of life and this can start to eat away at your self confidence. Help is on hand however in the shape of porcelain veneers and they can hide a multiple of sins like receding gums and cracks, and restore a very natural sheen to the teeth. It’s a relatively easy procedure and can be done in a couple of visits to the dentist (one visit if you take the CEREC route). Firstly, a dentist will prepare the teeth by shaving away the enamel and then take a mould, from which the veneers can be fabricated. On the second visit, the veneers will be cemented to the teeth and cured with a light source. Porcelain veneers, as well as giving a natural translucent look to the mouth, are quite strong and durable and if treated with respect, can last anywhere up to 10 years. Prices vary, starting from around £200 and is a service offered on the NHS for a lot less, but it’s difficult and unfair to put a price on looking good and feeling fantastic.
Look younger with porcelain veneers from City of London dentist
August 10th, 2010
If you are concerned about your worn, discoloured or chipped teeth and think they could be spoiling your appearance, there are many cosmetic dentistry procedures you could have performed to have them repaired and restored. However, probably the most impressive are porcelain veneers. These thin ceramic caps are placed over the top of the existing teeth to completely restore their appearance and make them look even, white and healthy.
Veneers have been used for many years as a restorative dental tool but in the last few years the technology has really improved. Modern veneers are incredibly thin, often meaning that no otherwise healthy enamel has to be removed before they are fitted. Some are only as thick as a contact lens and are easily cemented over the top of the teeth with composite resin bonding.
Other new technology such as Cerec has greatly reduced the amount of time needed to manufacture and design veneers which means you could have your veneers in as little as two appointments. Veneers are capable of lasting up to twenty years if they are properly maintained with brushing and flossing.
City of London dentist are fully trained in the design and fitting of dental veneers. A well-crafted set will truly rejuvenate the appearance of a smile as well as your overall appearance. White, healthy looking teeth are subconsciously associated with youth so you could take years off your age without having to go anywhere near a surgeons knife. Ask your dentist to find out more about the possibilities of porcelain veneers at your next appointment.
Two decades of beautiful teeth with porcelain veneers from Central London dentist
June 18th, 2010
There are many afflictions that can affect the appearance of the teeth. They can suffer from discolouration or staining, become damaged by a physical trauma resulting in chipped or cracked teeth or even become worn due to a natural weakness of enamel. All of these conditions and many others can adversely affect the way the teeth look causing self-confidence and emotional issues, not to mention a great deal of embarrassment.
However, there are many treatments in the world of cosmetic dentistry that allow Central London dentists to treat and improve the way the teeth look. One of the most successful of these is to use porcelain veneers. These are thin ceramic shells that cover the surface of the tooth, restoring not just the colour but also the size and shape of more attractive teeth.
Porcelain veneers are constructed for each individual’s teeth, often using the very latest dental technology. Modern veneers are so thin, often about the same width as a contact lens, which means they require little if any enamel removal prior to fixing them in the mouth. This had always been the slight drawback of veneers, that they involved the removal of otherwise healthy enamel but this is no longer the case.
Porcelain veneers are capable of producing some of the most emphatic and stunning results in cosmetic dentistry, completely changing the appearance of the teeth in as little as one afternoon. For patients suffering from conditions affecting their teeth, having a new set of veneers fitted could be the most significant decision they make for their emotional well-being. A good set of porcelain veneers will last up to twenty years of properly maintained, meaning you can enjoy healthy and attractive looking teeth for the best part of two decades.
Get your smile back with porcelain veneers from Central London dentist
May 11th, 2010
Do you suffer from worn tooth enamel or badly discoloured teeth? Is this making you feel self-conscious or embarrassed about your appearance? Thousands of patients across the UK experience the same thing every day but more and more of them are being successfully treated with porcelain veneers.
Veneers are ceramic caps that fit over the top of existing teeth. They are cemented in place using a tooth coloured resin bonding for extra security and protection. Once in place, not only will veneers protect your teeth from further damage but they will also restore the cosmetic appearance. This is because porcelain veneers can be specially designed and made for your individual teeth. Your Central London dentist will take dental moulds and x-rays of your teeth (although this is being replaced with digital x-rays and three-dimensional imaging) so that they can design well-fitting and durable veneers.
In years gone by, it may have been necessary to remove a certain amount of tooth enamel prior to application but most modern veneers are so thin that this is no longer necessary. This also means that many veneer treatments are now removable making replacement veneers less of an issue.
Veneers can also be used to treat patients who suffer from slightly crooked or unevenly spaced teeth. They are also ideal for chipped, cracked or broken teeth. They can be used individually but are more commonly used as a whole dental arc restoration. Modern technology and aesthetic requirements have made porcelain veneers one of the most desirable ways to restore the appearance of teeth. Although they can be expensive, is there really a price to be put on being confident and happy with your smile?
City of London dentist restores aesthetic quality to teeth with cosmetic dentistry
May 7th, 2010
Cosmetic dentistry is the process of treating teeth to improve their appearance and not necessarily for any health purposes. It has become increasingly popular over the last twenty years, as people have begun to realise the importance and benefits of having a healthy looking and attractive smile.
There are many different treatments that can be used to improve the appearance of the teeth. It is also possible to utilise a number of treatments in conjunction as part of a wider smile makeover. One of the most well-known and widely practised cosmetic treatments is teeth whitening. This involves treating teeth that are affected by discolouration and staining. Teeth whitening treatments use an active gel containing hydrogen peroxide, which penetrates the enamel and returns the discoloured areas to a whiter state. This will make the teeth look cleaner and healthier and have the subconscious effect of making you look younger.
Other treatments include having cosmetic bonding applied to the teeth to replace enamel that may have been worn away over time. Cosmetic bonding is a composite resin that is mixed to look like the colour of the existing enamel. It is then applied to the required areas of the teeth before being set hard with the heat of the dental laser.
City of London dentists can also use dental restorations made of ceramics to restore the appearance of damaged or unhealthy looking teeth. Porcelain veneers and crowns are caps that are cemented over the top of exiting teeth to improve their aesthetic appearance. A whole set of veneers will completely transform the appearance of even the most unattractive teeth in as little as one afternoon. Ask your dentist to find out more about the array of cosmetic dentistry treatments available and how they could benefit your teeth.
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Discover the many uses of cosmetic bonding at West London dentist
May 4th, 2010
There are many new and amazingly technologically advanced dental treatments being used to treat specific areas of concern with your teeth. However, just like in most other areas of life, sometimes it is the simple things that are really the most effective. This is especially true of cosmetic bonding in dentistry.
The idea is a very simple one. You make up a composite resin to be tooth coloured and then apply it to the teeth to make the necessary improvements before setting it hard with the heat of a dental laser. Cosmetic bonding can be used for a number of different treatments to improve the appearance of the teeth. One of the most common is to cover areas of discolouration on the surface of the teeth. Teeth that are discoloured can make your teeth look unhealthy and you look older, this is because we naturally associate discolouring with the aging process. There are a number of ways to deal with discoloured teeth including teeth whitening and porcelain veneers but whitening can be ineffectual and veneers are often prohibitively expensive. Cosmetic bonding can be spread thinly over any discoloured areas before being set and polished to closely resemble tooth enamel.
Bonding can also be used as material for fillings. This has proven to be a very popular choice with patients because of the aesthetic advantages it has over the traditional silver amalgam fillings. Bonding is also not as controversial as the amalgam fillings, which do contain mercury.
Cosmetic bonding is also used as a cement in a number of other dental procedures such as dental crowns and veneers. Once set hard, it will hold these restorations firmly in place. To find out more about cosmetic bonding and it’s uses, ask a West London dentist at your next appointment.
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Fast cosmetic teeth straightening with Inman aligner from London W1 dentist
December 16th, 2009
The Inman aligner has been described by orthodontic dentists as the ‘greatest innovation in cosmetic dentistry since the porcelain veneer’. This is a bold claim given the incredible transformative power of porcelain veneers but the results attainable using the Inman aligner do seem to suggest a revolution in orthodontic straightening.
The Inman aligner is an incredibly effective and easy way of straightening teeth with results visible in most cases in a remarkable six to sixteen weeks. If you have always wanted straighter teeth but never liked the idea of having brackets stuck to your teeth, the Inman aligner straightens quickly but is also completely removable, making eating a lot less of an ordeal than with fixed braces.
Inman aligners are perfect for aligning teeth prior to the application of veneers and in some cases the results are so effective that veneers are not even needed after straightening.
The aligner works by using the power of a coiled spring to create room for the front incisors to move into and straighten. By concentrating the efforts on the visible front teeth, the aligner is able to gain such rapid straightening results. The only part of the brace visible to others is a small and discreet metal bar that runs along the front of the teeth but given the speed of treatment most people won’t even have time to realise you are wearing a brace.
The Inman aligner is available now from London W1 dentists to provide you with the perfect straight-teeth smile you have always wanted. Its remarkable straightening power combined with the short treatment time make the Inman aligner the ‘missing link’ between cosmetic dentistry and orthodontic straightening.
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