Bridges
What Is A Dental Bridge?
Bridges are used to bridge between two teeth that have a gap left by a missing tooth.
Dental bridges bridge gaps that have been caused by missing teeth. It is made up of two crowns for the teeth that are positioned on
either side of the gap. These teeth work as anchors and a false tooth or teeth is inserted in between. False teeth are usually created from porcelain and are designed to fit your mouth comfortably. These bridges can be attached to both natural teeth and dental implants.
This treatment is exceptionally popular for those who are unhappy with their smile due to missing teeth. But the benefits are not only cosmetic; they also aid normal eating, speech and prevent your remaining teeth from moving into the vacant space. This is one of the reasons we are proud to provide an expert service when it comes to providing dental bridges in Kensington.
So if you’re looking for dental bridges in Kensington, London, we have the solutions for you. If you require any advice in regards to any of the dental treatments available please don’t hesitate to get in contact with our expert team who will provide you with all the information that you need.
Root Canal
What Is A Root Canal?
Root canal treatment is a means of saving a tooth that has been damaged by deep decay, breakage, or infection.
Root canal treatment is also known as endodontics; it is necessary when the nerve supply (known as the pulp) to the tooth becomes infected. This can happen because of injury or due to decay. If the pulp gets infected the root canal system can also become infected thus resulting in an abscess. If the tooth is left untreated, it will need to be extracted.
Why Should A Tooth Need To Be Root Treated?
Deep inside every tooth is a pulp chamber and root canals that contain living tissue called the pulp. The pulp is often mistakenly referred to as the ‘nerve’, but in fact it contains a fine network of tissue fibres, nerves, and blood vessels. If a large cavity in a tooth reaches the pulp chamber, or if a tooth breaks, bacteria can reach the pulp. These bacteria damage the pulp and eventually destroy it. The root canals become infected and inevitably an abscess forms beneath the root of the tooth, in the jawbone
How Is A Root Canal Treatment Done?
The purpose of the treatment is to remove the bacteria from inside the tooth and to disinfect the root canals. This is achieved by making a small hole through the tooth into the pulp chamber, locating and measuring the root canals, then cleaning and widening them using fine instruments called files. Once clean, the canals are filled to seal them from re-infection. In most cases an abscess will start to heal at this point.
How Long Does Treatment Take?
This can vary according to the complexity of the root canals, or if re-treatment is being carried out. Initial consultations are usually made for half an hour. A follow-up appointment of between one to two hours may be required. On some occasions it may be possible to complete treatment in one extended appointment.
Is It Painful?
Local anaesthesia is used throughout the procedure, which prevents discomfort. With modern anaesthetic solutions, every possible step is taken to ensure that you are comfortable while the work is carried out. Following treatment there is the possibility of discomfort from the area. This is usually minor, and does not last long.
Is Success Guaranteed?
Root canal treatment does enjoy a high level of success. However, it should be remembered that it is impossible to guarantee the success of any medical procedure.
Fillings
Dental Fillings
Fillings are a painless treatment that usually takes around 30 minutes however this does depend on the size of the filling.Nowadays fillings are not only functional, but can be natural looking as well. The material for white fillings can vary, and are mainly made of glass particles, porcelain and a synthetic resin and a setting ingredient.
Why Is A Filling Required?
Acid causes decay which results in the softening of your tooth’s enamel and dentine, this can then lead to a cavity. If the decay is not serious it can be simply removed by our cosmetic dentist and then restored with a white/ tooth-coloured filling that looks natural in your mouth. If you’re in need of a filling towards the front of your mouth we would recommend a white filling as this will not distract from your normal, natural and beautiful smile.
