Do you think you need to see a dentist? London seems to have been filled lately with adverts and posters recommending that we all visit our dentist, although the reasons given vary from simply looking after our teeth to protect against disease, to cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening. London based posters and advertisements, at least in my experience, seemed to be tilting towards the recommendation that more of us consider having cosmetic...more
Sedation is definitely an option that works. For people who wants to own that toothpaste-advertisement-worthy smile, but are cowards when it comes to visiting their dentists, sedation is an option that will work for you. Sedation helps you in easing away your fears and anxieties as well as help you not feel the pain during the dental procedure that you need. Some of the common mistakes people make when looking for the right dentist is when they...more
Celebrity smiles are to die for. Sometimes you wonder how lucky they are to have that perfect set of teeth; however, you must realize that these are just the product of cosmetic dentistry they have gone through. Dr. Aneu Sood, one of the most prominent cosmetic dentists said, 'The results and durability of any cosmetic procedure depend largely on the expertise and talent of the dentist, so choosing a good one is crucial.'Cosmetic dentistry is not considered as a specialized field of dentistry so any dentist may be able to perform this kind of procedure to their patients, so it is essential that you find a dentist who has a good training and vast background in the field. Cosmetic dentistry derives from different branches of medicine like material sciences, medicine and therapeutics so in finding a good cosmetic dentist, they should know these fields and have proper training needed for a cosmetic dentist.In order to help you find the right cosmetic dentist who will give you that perfect smile, here are some tips that will help you in choosing the one that's best for you. You need to know the length of time he is spending in the business. You should also take note the trainings he has...more
Your smile says something about your personality even before you utter a word. It may mean friendly, professional or brave. The way you smile affects how people will perceive your personality. But not everyone is blessed with sparkly white teeth or as diligent in following their dentists. Luckily, there's a new chance for people who wants to...more
A lot of dentists' patients would rather receive surgery regarding cosmetic dental issues without the use of complete sedation. Many are frightened by the process or side effects of anesthesia.There are a number of dentists that do not use this type of medication when performing surgeries or procedures that call themselves "pain free." These...more
Many surveys show that seating in the dentist's chair is one of the top fears of people all over the world. The word "painless" becomes very hard to associate with a dentist's chair. Kids and adults alike dread to sit in this chair. Big syringes, the dentist's equipment and the drilling sound of it alone are enough reasons for us to feel afraid. Luckily for most of us, the technology is on our side as it keeps on evolving and makes our lives a lot easier. We have heard that the innovation of laser in different medical areas have made the patients' operations painless, today, laser in dentistry is also being used to ease the pain on the patients and make their dentist trip a trip to paradise and not a trip to the horror house. LASER means Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation, in layman's term, laser means a beam of light that emits electromagnetic radiation; to this day, laser greatly helps the medical technology. Today, laser in dentistry is becoming an emerging trend used as an alternative to dental problems that require drilling.Dentists have realized that laser dentistry is an efficient tool in conducting dental surgeries. The procedure minimizes the use of...more
The sight of the dentist chair, the dental equipment and tools, and the thought of sitting in the chair for hours definitely put us in a state of trauma every time we think about this scene. It's a proven fact: People are afraid of a dental...more
Tooth pain is definitely one of the most unpleasant and inconvenient pains that anyone might have. Serious pain resulting from tooth decay, gum disease or cavities inhibits one's ability to work, eat and drink, experience normal functions, and,...more
This is because the bacteria and plaque that cause gum disease live in places between the teeth where a tooth brush cannot reach. You need to floss in these places in order to keep cavities from forming. This has to be done every day. After you...more
When it comes to visiting dentists, some people have fears, whether it is the sound of the drill, injections, or even just being confined in a relatively small chair for a little while. One of the best ways to track down a good dentist is to ask...more
A pediatric dentist is a specialist, trained to care for children's teeth. Properly taking care of children's teeth at an early age is vital. Teeth called "milk teeth" keep the spaces open and guide permanent teeth into their proper stations. That is...more
Gone are the days when people use to hide their smile because they didnt want to show their cracked and discolored teeth. Nowadays more and more people are opting for the cosmetic dentistry to have tooth imperfections corrected. A lot of people all...more