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The Surprising Reasons People Get Teeth Whitening Done
25 January 2017
If you have ever thought about having your teeth whitened, you are one of millions who have considered the idea this year alone
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25 January 2017
If you have ever thought about having your teeth whitened, you are one of millions who have considered the idea this year alone
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24 January 2017
Modern technology has made emergency dentistry better than ever before, and you can now rest easy knowing that any emergency you face can be treated.
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23 January 2017
When you first notice sensitivity in a tooth, you may dismiss it as nothing and move on with your day. However, that ache can become a full-blown infection in a matter of hours, and the pain caused by it can be debilitating.
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21 January 2017
Dental veneers are the thin layer of porcelain placed over the top of a tooth to improve appearance and repair damage
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17 January 2017
Losing teeth can happen at any stage in a person’s life, for a long list of reasons, chief of which is gum disease.
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24 October 2016
We all know that we should brush twice a day, accompanied by flossing and rinsing with mouthwash
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21 October 2016
For years, the term “root canal” has been associated with an unpleasant or painful experience at the dentist.
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19 October 2016
Returning for your routine cleanings may just be the most important thing you do in order to maintain your oral health, and to continue making decisions that will live a lifestyle that promotes a healthy and happy mouth.
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29 September 2016
Most people have heard the terms “crown” and “bridge” when speaking in dental terms. Most would even say that they have a crown or bridge, but aren’t quite sure what they are, or why their dentist recommended it for them
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28 September 2016
Gum disease is a broad term that most people use when describing the inflammation of the gums.
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25 September 2016
Whether we know it or not, most of us show our teeth a lot, especially in social situations where we are laughing, smiling, and talking in an animated manner.
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8 September 2016
If you have been diagnosed with gingivitis or periodontitis by your dentist, you may have some questions. What caused it? Is there a solution? What can I do to correct the situation?
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6 September 2016
There has been much debate recently on whether it is truly necessary to floss or not.
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4 September 2016
Many people strongly dislike the dentist, either due to an unpleasant experience in the past, or simply because the idea of visiting the dentist frightens them.
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31 August 2016
A strong dental hygiene routine can save you thousands of dollars on costly and often extremely painful corrective procedures.
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30 August 2016
Whether you have a serious love for sweets or chipped a tooth, dental crowns can help keep your smile bright, appealing, and beautiful.
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29 August 2016
As people grow older, they might lose interest in taking care of their teeth. Subsequently, this can cause the teeth to deteriorate.
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28 August 2016
Dental implants serve as replacement tooth roots, thereby offering a strong base for fixed or removable replacement teeth that are designed to look like your own natural teeth.
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24 April 2016
Being told you have to have a root canal is never something you want to hear and for many, it results in instant panic.
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16 May 2014
A bright, white smile can help us on our way to looking and feeling our best wherever we are or whatever we are doing
We have now received clear guidance as to what dental procedures we can safely carry out and at what stages during the pandemic.
Below is a summary of the guidance as we understand it, although this may modify over the next few days as some small inconsistencies are clarified.
The government has set five different risk levels for the pandemic 1-5 (low to high), although this changes on a daily basis.
The treatments that we can carry out safely in dental practice will change with the risk level.
Treatments are significantly limited at level 4.
During the next few weeks, we will attempt to contact each patient that has contacted us with a significant dental problem during lockdown, and we hope to book an assessment appointment for those patients in the week commencing 8th June.
Practice doors will be locked at level 3, 4 and 5. Entry to the practice will be limited to pre-booked appointments.
There will be very clear criteria provided in due course as what is required before arriving at the practice, and what the procedure will be upon arrival. We will endeavour to ensure that each person knows exactly what to expect at their visit as this will be quite different to what you have been used to.
The appointment diary will be structured to take into consideration those patients who are shielding, may have underlying medical issues and so on.
The first week is expected to be a slow start as we ensure that the new protocols are working effectively for everyone’s safety. These protocols will be audited and modified until required.
At level 4 we should be able to carry out the following:
Dental assessment (initially restricted to patients who have current urgent need, or did and contacted us during lockdown).
X rays but only for patients who tolerate them well.
TEMPORARY re cementation of crowns. (We cannot dry the tooth effectively enough to cement a crown permanently with the restrictions we face).
Fabrication or repair of removable dentures.
Simple dental extractions. If a tooth breaks, it is probable we will have to leave the roots in place until we are at a lower level of risk. Naturally, we will assess the risk very carefully prior to treatment.
Tightening of loose dental implants if possible, without using a high-speed handpiece (drill).
Temporary fillings.
Draining of a swelling/abscess.
Provision of antibiotics.
Trimming of sharp orthodontic wires (not reliable re cementation of loose brackets, or replacement of missing brackets).
Treatment is only to be offered after careful assessment.
Cosmetic orthodontics
Cheshire Dental Centre provide many of these treatments. We may now be able to progress some of our Quick Straight Teeth cases. We will be in touch with each patient shortly, but please allow us to contact you; we hope that it is understandable that we will be prioritising patients with urgent dental need.
The PPE (personal protective equipment) requirements for the above are not too onerous, and we will not look too different to normal. As you are aware, the cross-infection control at Cheshire Dental Centre has always been exemplary and one of our top priorities.
Although we have been organised with the new PPE guidelines well in advance there may be the occasional time where we are awaiting stock. All practices are attempting to source the necessary PPE we need to keep you and us safe, but supplies are scarce and consequently very expensive.