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Patients In Liverpool Can Get A New Smile With Porcelain Veneers

June 3rd, 2013

Porcelain veneers transform smiles for better first impressions and a beautiful appearance. When others smile the state of their teeth can be noticeable.

About porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are a cosmetic dentistry option for masking teeth stains and discolouration or for straightening mildly misaligned teeth. Crafted with the finest porcelain into custom-made veneers, cosmetic dentists bond sculpted veneers to minimally etched tooth surface. The shade and shape of the porcelain veneers are carefully selected as part of a person’s unique smile design.

Porcelain veneers transform smiles

Summer is upon us. It’s a time when we want to look our best and be out in the sunshine. Some of us may have an exciting business prospect or a special occasion such as a birthday or wedding to look forward to.

Having a smile makeover with porcelain veneers enhances our natural beauty and can makes us feel more attractive. Those with discoloured or mildly misaligned teeth may improve their dentition and expression with porcelain veneers to mask yellowed teeth or align skew and irregularly spaced teeth.

Our front teeth are often visible when we smile and may add to or detract from beautiful features. By improving the quality of our front teeth in the smile zone with porcelain veneers, others see cleverly loved porcelain veneers that mimics healthy dentition.

Access porcelain veneers treatment

At Liverpool Dental Spa in the heart of Liverpool we offer treatment with porcelain veneers for an aesthetically-pleasing smile and a boost in self-confidence. The treatment usually involves two appointments for taking of dental impressions and images before creation of bespoke porcelain veneers for a beautiful smile. Get in touch with us today to learn more about the benefits of porcelain veneers for the ultimate smile makeover.

 

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What Are The Benefits Of White Fillings For Patients In Liverpool?

May 30th, 2013

The problem with amalgam fillings

Metal amalgam fillings are not just highly noticeable; they can also be mildly toxic. The amalgam used contains mercury, a highly toxic material, and scientists agree that the presence of mercury in these fillings will leach mercury into the mouth. The precise impact of the mercury on the mouth, however, is debatable, with scientists coming to opposing conclusion as to whether the small amount of mercury used in these fillings presents a health risk. Regardless, you can bypass this entire debate by simply opting for a white resin filling!

Standing out from the crowd

The aesthetic problem with amalgam fillings is that they resemble the very decay which they are trying to cover up. They may prevent further plaque acids from entering the tooth, but they serve as a reminder that such erosion occurred in the first place. White fillings, however, blend in far more subtly whilst serving the same protective role.

The importance of fillings

Dental decay occurs as the result of plaque acids and bacteria eating away at your tooth enamel. The prevention of this, via regular brushing and flossing, is obviously the most effect tooth protection treatment. If, however, your enamel is breached, then urgently getting a filling is imperative as, once your tooth’s inner pulp is exposed and infected, it is effectively dying. Dental fillings are important as they prevent you from either losing your tooth entirely or resorting to root canal treatment.

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Like the sound of a white filling? Well call us at Liverpool Dental Spa! It all begins with a consultation.

 

 

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The Wand For Dental Phobic Patients In Liverpool

May 28th, 2013

It might not seem like much on paper, but the relief which ‘The wand’ can provide for dental phobic patients can be immeasurable. A fear of the dentists isn’t all that strange, statistics suggest that 7-13% of the western population suffer from some kind of fear of the dentist. The darkly comic image of Steve Martin torturing teeth might seem bad, but it is nothing compared to the horror dental phobia inflicts on its victims. A fear of the dentist means a fear of check-ups, meaning dental problems go unchecked; sadly, fear of the dentist also means fear of surgery. Some people will literally let their teeth rot, just to avoid the pressure of a dental waiting room. Thankfully, with the wand, at least one specific phobia can be eased!

What is the wand?

The wand is a computer controlled injection unit which can regulate the flow of the anaesthetic it is administering.

So… how does this help?

The fear of needles is a massive contributor to the fear of the dentist. One contributor to the fear of needles is the pain of an injection. Painful injections, however, are not caused by the needle itself, they are caused by the speed at which the anaesthetic is administered. By controlling the flow of the anaesthetic, the wand prevents painful injections!

So there is still a needle?

Yes, but it is minute and you won’t feel it. The needle is so small, in fact, that you probably won’t be able to see it. So if the sight of a needle terrifies, don’t worry – you won’t see it!

Is it actually called ‘The Wand’?

Technically it is called the CompuDent and STA (Single Tooth Anesthesia) System, but that isn’t all that catchy. ‘The Wand’ is a nickname derived from its wand-like appearance and it has obviously stuck!

Why don’t more dentists use this?

We ourselves don’t know, we’re too focused on providing the best service we can to find out!

 

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Removable braces for patients in Liverpool

May 23rd, 2013

At Liverpool Dental Spa we offer three types of removable brace, all of which are practically invisible, these are: Invisalign, Perfect Clear and Clearstep. The precise differences between these three systems are quite subtle, but they all share the same basic advantages.

Practical advantages of the treatments

One of the major problems with fixed braces is that they are fixed. Being unable to remove your brace makes cleaning difficult, thus allowing food particles to build up in hard to reach areas of your mouth. Your mouth is full of bacteria, and food particles left there will combine with said bacteria to produce plaque. If plaque is left untreated, it will begin to use sugary and starchy food particles to produce acid. This acid will then erode your teeth. The easiest way to prevent this is to stop plaque from forming, but this can be a little tricky if you can’t reach all of your mouth. Removable braces mean that you can simply take the obstacle out before a thorough clean! Eating certain foods can also be a problem with fixed braces, as certain foods can either break or get stuck in your brace. Again, by being able to remove your brace this problem is overcome.

Practically invisible

The major aesthetic complaint pertaining to fixed braces is their appearance. Somehow, and for some unknown reason, a little wire and elastic seems to conjure up images of adolescent awkwardness, something which many would prefer to avoid. Thankfully the braces available at Liverpool Dental Spa are all made of clear plastic, making them virtually invisible! Plus, if you are worried that some eagle eyed individual will be inspecting your pearly whites, you can sneakily take them off for a brief period!

 

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Snoring And Sleep Apnea Treatments For Patients In Liverpool

May 21st, 2013

We see the world through a glass darkly, and no glass is darker than the haze of sleeplessness: Once delightful task become odious chores, a simple crossword can feel like quantum mechanics, and that once beaming personality of yours is acting like it has crawled up from Hades’ realm. Sleep apnea is a condition characterised by abnormal breathing during sleep and, despite sufferers often not knowing they are suffering from it, it can leave its victims feeling greatly fatigued. Snoring is another, perhaps more well known, sleep condition; less well known, however, is that snoring does not just affect the others who have it hear it, it affects the snorer as well! Snoring is known to cause sleep deprivation to both snorers and those around them, it also seen as an early indication of sleep apnea! Well, thankfully we at Liverpool Dental Spa have a solution for those suffering from either of the aforementioned conditions!

A specialist bite guard

Snoring is often a sign that you aren’t getting quite enough oxygen when sleeping. At Liverpool Dental Spa, we can cook up a specialist bite guard which will keep your airways clear and have you breathing comfortably for the whole night. Snoring is often caused by soft tissue in the mouth falling inward whilst you sleep, blocking your airway. These bite guards tend to position the jaw forward ever so slightly, whilst keeping your tongue in an appropriate position, thus leaving your airway unblocked! This will, in turn, allow for a much more restful sleep. At Liverpool Dental Spa, we also work loosely with hospital professionals so as to provide an all-round service regarding the bite guard. Many snorers don’t realise quite how exhausted they have been until they have a good night’s sleep with one of our bite guards!

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Does a good night’s sleep sound wonderful? Does stopping your partner from you keeping you up at night sound pretty good too? Then call Liverpool Dental Spa and book a consultation!

 

 

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Mini Dental Implants Explained For Patients In Liverpool

May 16th, 2013

Perhaps we should begin at the beginning, prior to discussing issues of size, with what exactly a dental implant is: A dental implant is essentially a fake tooth anchored to your jaw by a small metal rod. They also happen to be one of the most effective replacements for missing teeth. They look and function like the real deal, can be cleaned and treated like the real thing and can even stimulate bone growth (thus combating the change in jaw shape and facial appearance that plagues denture users). The big problem is that this wondrous treatment is always applicable; bone density issues are a common barrier to dental implant treatment. Thankfully, at Liverpool Dental Spa, we offer a treatment that can bypass many of these problems!

What are mini-implants?

The little learned brothers of the aforementioned dental implants, mini implants are basically more democratic dental implants: They are suited to more people! They are also more effective time-wise: Traditional dental implants can require months of preparatory bone fusion, whilst mini implants can be fitted in one day! Having mini-implants fitted is also far less invasive than with standard implants.

More uses than one

Mini implants can be used for individual teeth, but they can also be used to anchor in an entire set! Six mini implants, complete with screw tops, can be affixed to your jaw, a pair of dentures can then be attached to the screw tops. This will stabilise the dentures, overcoming the common problem of denture slippage and still managing to stimulate bone growth.

The procedure itself

The process of having them fitted is relatively straightforward, fairly swift and not all that invasive. The patient will receive a local anaesthetic and then a tiny hole will be produced in their gum to accommodate the implant. The top of said implant will be situated above the gum line so that your choice of replacement tooth (or teeth) can be fixed into place.  Thanks to the mini implants tiny size, the gum need not even be cut. This process can be done in as a little as half an hour and can be completed in a single trip. The healing process, post-treatment, is also fairly speedy!

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Perfect Clear Braces For Patients In Liverpool

May 14th, 2013

Somehow we have arrived at a place where braces carry an unfortunate cultural stigma. Until such time as people stop being judged on appearances, or held at the mercy of culturally determined whims, then discreet methods of orthodontic treatment will at least provide brief respite for some from the onslaught of fashion-centric barbarism. If keeping said treatment out of the sight of waspish detractors sounds appealing, then perhaps you might want to investigate Perfect Clear Braces.

What exactly are ‘Perfect Clear braces’?

Well, they are series of clear plastic aligners which will gradual shift those mildly misaligned teeth to a preferred position.

The perks of perfect clear

Firstly, these plastic aligners are pretty much see-through. Their most marked selling point is, to be blunt, that they are ‘perfectly clear’; no one will notice that you are wearing them. There are also, however, some more practical benefits to be found with removable aligners: Your aligners can be taken out when cleaning, thus preventing food and plaque from mounting in hard to clean areas. It also means that you won’t have to purchase any of the cleaning equipment associated with fixed braces. Plus, you’ll be able to eat without fear! Braces are liable to break when you eat certain foods. By being able to take them out at meal times, this will no longer be a concern. There is also zero wire or elastic in Perfect Clear to rub or cut your gums, meaning you will be much more comfortable and less likely to get abscesses than with fixed braces.  They also require less maintenance than their fixed counterparts!

Are there any negative points?

Perfect clear has been known to have a minor effect on one’s speech, often resembling a lisp, which may last for a few days. You will, however, adjust to the aligners quickly and the problem should disappear pretty promptly.

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We understand that orthodontic treatment is a big commitment and an important decision, so feel free to call us at Liverpool Dental Spa so we can discuss the myriad of brace types we offer.

 

 

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Changing Your Smile With A Smile Makeover For Patients in Liverpool

May 9th, 2013

The philosopher Bertrand Russell once quipped that ‘everything is vague to a degree you do not realize till you have tried to make it precise.’ Although the smile makeover is a problem Russell himself never grappled with, his point certainly rings true: Despite how deceptively simple it sounds, the smile makeover is a rather difficult to pin down. This is because it is not a set procedure as much as it is an umbrella term for a variety of potential procedures. The outcome of a smile makeover is to make your smile look how you want it; the actual method of achieving this could involve a variety of different procedures. A smile makeover could be called a flexible, comprehensive, goal-specific treatment, but you can leave all that mumbo-jumbo to the dentists. What really matters is that, here at Liverpool Dental Spa, we are here to provide all the skill and expertise required to provide your smile a makeover.

The crucial consultation

Given the aforementioned difficulties in pinning the treatment down, the consultation process is perhaps the most integral part of a smile makeover. Don’t panic though! Our crack team of professionals are here to the tough stuff. All we really need from you is an idea of what it is you want from your teeth. Would you like them straighter? Do you think the colour is a bit off? Whatever the complaint or desire, we are more than ready to help.

Contemplating your smile

Thanks to our advanced digital imaging software, we will actually be able to present virtual mock-ups of the outcome of several treatments. Arriving with a few ideas of what you want is important, but, once you arrive, we can than demonstrate the outcomes of your ideas and start to hone down what it is you want.

Examples of treatments

Missing teeth can be replaced, stained teeth can be made 16 shades lighter, garish amalgam fillings can be replaced, gum lines can be recontoured, cracked or chipped teeth can be covered up by porcelain veneers, and that is just the tip of the iceberg!

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Get that conversation going; after all, it is the most crucial part of a smile makeover!

 

 

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Denture Treatment For Missing Teeth For Patients In Liverpool

May 7th, 2013

Retro is certainly in at present, and you can’t get more retro in dentistry than dentures: Their usage can be traced all the way back to 700BC. Those early dentures were mostly made from animal teeth, with models in later centuries also being constructed from wood. Thankfully, the dentures we offer at Liverpool Dental Spa aren’t quite that retro… Just as vintage designs can be reproduced with all the benefits of modern technology – one need think merely of the laser turntable – so an ancient dental concept can be updated to suit one’s modern needs.

What are dentures exactly?

Dentures are essentially a way of replacing missing teeth. The can be constructed so as to stand in for a full set of teeth (a full denture), or just to fill in for a few missing ones (a partial denture). Modern dentures are made from an acrylic resin which is then affixed to metal. Partial dentures are fantastic at preventing your healthy teeth from moving about, and both full and partial dentures are great at fighting the infamous issues of speech and eating which are associated with missing teeth.

Having your dentures fitted

The process of having dentures fitted will take, on average, a month and you will most likely need to have 5 appointments with your dentist during this procedure. An impression of your mouth will be produced and this will then be used as a basis for your dentures. You will also be given a ‘trial denture’, just to ensure that you are happy with the look and feel of dentures generally. If any other work (such as tooth extraction) is required before having your dentures fitted, you will typically wait two months post-surgery before your dentures will be fitted; this allows your gums to heal. Following the dentures being fitted, you might find them a little odd to use. Don’t fret! This perfectly is normal. It is best to only eat soft foods and drink for a while after you denture has been fitted.

Are dentures okay to wear at night?

It is best, when you are going to sleep, to take them out as it lets your gums rest.

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Are you considering dentures? Then contact us at Liverpool Dental Spa.

 

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Tooth Decay Detection For Patients In Liverpool

May 3rd, 2013

Clichés are so familiar that we often dissociate them from the point they actually make. Yes, some seem a little out of touch, but others have become well-worn phrases because they carry something valuable within them. In dentistry, one such phrase is ‘prevention is better than cure’. Decay is one of the major roots of dental difficulty, and stopping it before it causes damage is paramount. Sadly, tooth sensitivity and other tell-tale signs only appear once the damage has already been done. What then is one to do? Never fear! We at Liverpool Dental Spa are always on hand to help!

Regular Check Ups

Take advantage of our regular six month check-ups at Liverpool Dental Spa, that way we can look out for those signs of decay that will evade even the most observant lay person. During check-ups we utilise intense magnification and specialist lighting so as to highlight even the teensiest hint of decay’s occurrence. Also, as you are already in a dental practice, we can then take immediate action and treat the problem. Minute holes in your teeth may be invisible to the naked eye, but, with our specialist tech, we can find them and then fill them in so as to prevent the development of decay and the later need for more extensive surgery.

Peace of mind

Looks can be deceiving; a seemingly healthy tooth may be decaying without your knowing. Tooth decay is also incredibly common, second only in fact to the common cold, so there is a large likelihood that it is going on without you knowing. Thankfully, piece of mind is readily available. Simply contact us at Liverpool Dental Spa for an expert examination.

 

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