Glenmore Dental

read moreTooth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surfaces. It cannot make a complete colour change, but it may lighten the existing shade. Professional bleaching is the most usual method of tooth whitening. Your dentist will be able to tell you if you are suitable for the treatment, and will supervise it if you are. The ‘active ingredient' in the product is usually hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. As the active ingredient is broken down, oxygen gets into the enamel on the teeth and the tooth colour is made lighter.

read moreImplants are titanium screws that are surgically placed in the jaw bone. Over a few months, bone starts to grow and bond around the titanium screw. This process is called osseointegration. Just as a natural tooth root, these biologically entwined titanium screws can provide a stable well anchored support for crowns, bridges and dentures. Usually the permanent false teeth are fitted 3 to 4 months after the implants (titanium screws) are put in. Some teeth can even be fitted at the same time as the implants (these are called ‘immediate implants') we will advise you on whether these are suitable for you.

read moreDental hygienists provide clinical and educational care to help patients achieve good oral hygiene and avoid gum disease. They work closely with a dentist to give care that is tailored to your needs. The hygienist's main work is to professionally clean the patient's teeth. They are uniquely qualified to assist in the prevention and treatment of gum disease by scaling and polishing teeth, and developing home care plans with patients to maintain their oral health. Cleaning teeth efficiently is a far more complex and skilled procedure than most people realise.

read moreVeneers are wafer-thin laminates or shells of tooth coloured material. These are precisely made to fit over the visible surface of your teeth, like a false fingernail fits over a nail. Veneers can improve the colour, shape, length and position of your teeth. They can be used to correct a chipped tooth, close gaps between teeth, and improve the colour and alignment of teeth.