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Don’t Forget To Ask About Bonded Retainers In Dublin

After undergoing months or years of orthodontic treatment whether it was during your childhood or adulthood, bonded retainers are essential to hold the newly straightened teeth in this position permanently. You will be fitted with both essix retainers and fixed bonded retainers to protect your new straight smile.

Why choose bonded retainers?

After completion of your orthodontic treatment a metal type bar is fixed to the back of your upper and lower teeth. It is very discreet and it keeps your teeth straight and exactly in the position we want them to be in. Whilst wearing retainers it is important to keep an excellent oral hygiene routine just as you did when wearing braces.

Also, patients who are wearing removable retainers who have previously had orthodontic treatment elsewhere in the past, may also now consider bonded retainers instead. Bonded retainers will prevent the need for patients to wear their removable retainers every night. This makes it far more convenient all round with the same assurance of knowing that their straightened teeth will remain in this fixed position.

We provide this service for all current orthodontic patients or new patients who no longer choose to wear their removable appliances.

Feel free to contact us at Dublin18 Dental Care in Dublin to discuss bonded retainers in more detail or to make an appointment.

Why Not Consider Dental Implants Near Leopardstown?

If you have missing teeth there are a number of treatments available to replace the teeth including dental implants. The luxury of dental implants are that they look and feel exactly like your own teeth. Dental implants can give you back the self esteem you need to help you feel better in yourself and boost your confidence. This also allows you to eat properly with confidence and without pain.

They are designed so that they fuse with the bone becoming permanent just like a natural tooth root. So whether you are missing teeth and have a gap, are in need of an extraction and are considering something to fill the space or if you would like your dentures retained by implants, dental implants could be the choice for you.

Implant surgery

If a patient requires dental implants then surgery will be needed to place the implants into the mouth. This will require an X-ray and a CT scan in order to obtain a 3D picture of the mouth to assist with the smooth running of the implant surgery. Once this has been done the surgery will take place under local anaesthetic to ensure the patient is at ease throughout.

If this is something you are considering, feel free to contact us at Dublin18 Dental Care and we can talk you through your treatment. You would require an extended implant consultation where we would take X-rays and assess your case. Suitability depends on a variety of factors which will be discussed in more detail at your visit.

To find out which option is best for you, make an appointment at Dublin18 Dental Care near Leopardstown to discuss the choices available.

Dentures Made Easier For Patients Near Foxrock

People of all ages can suffer with missing teeth due to injury, accident or because of tooth decay and gum disease. If this does happen then you may require dentures for simple day-to-day tasks such as eating, drinking and speaking. They can also improve the aesthetics of the mouth and face.

When we think of dentures there is the old stereotype of them being sat in a glass of water on a bedside table or in the bathroom ready to scare you during the night. However, these are the dentures of the past and just like everything else dentures have also changed over time.

At Dublin18 Dental Care there are a whole range of different dentures to meet your needs.

The range of dentures includes;

Firstly, there are implant-retained dentures which work in combination with a dental implant. The implant is a false tooth root which is placed into the missing tooth socket and the denture is placed onto the top of the false root acting as a tooth substitute.

Full acrylic dentures are designed for those who require a new, full set of teeth and are designed to be comfortable whilst being worn. They have been devised for greater stability so that they won’t come loose like the dentures of the past.

Partial acrylic dentures are exactly the same as full acrylic dentures but are designed to replace a single or several teeth rather than a full set.

To look at our full range of dentures and to find out which are best suited to you, make an appointment at Dublin18 Dental Care near Foxrock.

Sportsguards For Children And Teenagers In Blackrock

At Dublin18 Dental Care we provide sportsguards for children and teenagers in Blackrock. We welcome the ruling of the GAA made last month to make sportsguards compulsory. ‘No sportsguard, No game’.

At Dublin18 Dental Care we have firsthand experience of tooth trauma caused by playing sports without protective sportsguards. Without protective sportsguards the mouth is open to a number of injuries ranging from a chipped tooth to much more serious problems.

Our sportsguards

Our sportsguards are tailor made for each patient to fit the mouth perfectly thus fully protecting the teeth on impact. They are also very comfortable and easy to use. They come in a wide range of varieties from single to multiple colours. Further, our sportsguards, can be customized to your liking with your own name, for that added individuality.

Protect your son or daughter’s teeth

You will require an appointment for an impression of the teeth; then we will have the sportsguard made by our lab technicians for collection the next day. So, if parents in Blackrock are concerned that the new ruling by the GGA is starting to take immediate effect in their sons/daughters schooling, feel free to contact Dublin18 Dental Care for an appointment.

Get A New Tooth In One Day With CEREC Crowns For Patients Near Dun Laoghaire

Over the course of your life your teeth can become weaker than they once were. When a tooth becomes weakened there are restorative treatments that can help. One of these treatments is a dental crown. Dental crowns are a form of tooth restoration that can help protect damaged or cracked teeth and teeth that have broken down over time. They cover the entire tooth and form a protective barrier against further injury or decay.

There are a number of different dental crowns available for you to choose from, but at Dublin18 Dental Care we also offer Cerec Crowns, which are crowns that can made in just one visit. It couldn’t be easier to protect damaged or weakened teeth.

Using modern technology

This efficient and time freeing option is a modern, computerized technology that allows dentists to restore decayed teeth, remove problem amalgam fillings and place crowns all in just one appointment.

This innovative technology uses a camera in order to take a digital picture of your tooth. By doing this, the need to make impressions of your teeth has been removed, thus meaning no more discomfort whilst you sit there with a mouth filled with moulds. The image of your tooth will then be converted into a three-dimensional virtual model of your tooth by the Cerec 3D software; this then allows the dentist to design your new restored tooth on the screen there and then. It is then created by the machinery and is bonded into place, completely eliminating the two or three week wait that was once mandatory.

Range of crowns

At Dublin18 we also offer a variety of other crowns which include; porcelain crowns, which can help achieve natural looking results, Post and Core crowns that are usually applied following root canal treatment and Procera Crowns that consist of stronger material and last longer than regular crowns. They can also be made the same colour as the rest of the teeth so that they look as natural as possible

So if you don’t know which is the best option for you, make an appointment at Dublin18 Dental Care near Dun Laoghaire to discuss the options.

Get An A- List Smile In Just Six Months For Patients Near Carrickmines

With the image-conscious society we live in today, more and more of us want to look like our favourite celebrities and make the most of our appearance. Wherever we turn there are magazines or films with beautiful celebrities and models flashing their perfect looking smiles with confidence.

During award season the red carpet is lit up from the reflection of camera flashes on dazzling white teeth. Celebrity smiles can make us look negatively at our own teeth and make us wish we had a confident, celebrity-like smile too. However, one thing that isn’t mentioned much during interviews is the cosmetic procedures they have undergone to help make their smiles look so perfect, and one treatment that is particularly popular is 6 Month Smiles braces treatment.

6 Month Smiles treatment

6 Month Smiles are used for problems such as crooked teeth or tooth gaps that are on display when you talk, laugh or smile. The main difference 6 Month Smiles braces has to traditional metal braces is that the brackets and wires are tooth coloured in order for them to be discreet and give you more confidence whilst undergoing the treatment. They also are able to move teeth into position quicker and they focus solely on the front teeth that are visible when smiling. Treatment can often be completed in six months or less.

After being a huge success in America, they are now becoming hugely popular all over the world. They are available at Dublin18 Dental Care near Carrickmines, so make an appointment now to find out everything you can about the treatment and whether it’s the right course of action for you.

Hygienist Visits Can Prevent Heart Disease For Patients Near Killiney

Did you know that bad breath, bleeding gums and poor oral hygiene can all be contributing factors to heart disease? People who do not look after their teeth with daily brushing or flossing provide an entry into the bloodstream for a whole host of different types of bacteria. This can then increase the risk of having a heart attack.

Bacteria can get into the bloodstream

The mouth is one of the most non-sterile environments of the body, so if you have an open blood vessel from bleeding gums, bacteria can gain entry into the bloodstream. When bacteria get into the bloodstream they encounter platelets that clot blood when you get a cut. By sticking to the platelets, bacteria cause them to clot inside the blood vessel, partially blocking it which in turn prevents the flow of blood back to the heart possibly placing you at risk from having a heart attack.

Hygiene appointment

At Dublin18 Dental Care near Killiney, our hygienists play a crucial role in our practice. They are able to look after our patients teeth and are a great defence against tooth loss and protecting our patients overall oral health. This in turn protects our patients general health preventing heart disease caused by bacteria from the mouth.

Our hygienists

Our hygienists work extremely well with our patients and form a great rapport with them. They remove tartar and calculus from every surface of every tooth, maintaining healthy gums. They will also teach you all about home maintenance and the necessary oral hygiene products you will need to use on a regular basis at home. They take you through your treatment step by step and they will set you up on a tailor made programme which will improve your overall oral health.

At Dublin18 Dental Care our hygienists are available throughout the week from early morning to late evening appointments. Feel free to contact the surgery to make your hygienist appointment today.

Invisible Aligners: Invisible Tooth Straightening For Patients Near Stillorgan

The thought of wearing braces has been a daunting prospect for many people over the years. Having a mouth full of unsightly metal isn’t something that is embraced by the masses, and the stigma of wearing so-called “train track” braces has been around for as long as most people can remember.

However, with invisible aligners the stigmas of the past have now been banished, as invisible aligners are invisible to those around you. So no matter what your age you could achieve that perfectly straight smile you’ve always wanted, without the worry of having a mouth filled with metal.

Boost your confidence

Invisible aligners can help to boost your confidence and achieve straighter teeth. Invisible aligners treatment consists of a variety of aligners that will be changed during two-week intervals. The reason for this is because the aligners will slowly move your teeth into their correct position; your teeth will constantly change position resulting in the need for more than one aligner. The number of aligners that will be required during the treatment varies from patient to patient depending on the treatment needed.

Removable braces

Invisible aligners are also removable, which makes it much easier to eat, drink, maintain a good oral hygiene routine and keep your aligners in perfect condition. However, to get the best results in the quickest amount of time it is advised that the aligners are worn for a minimum of 22 hours per day, and only removed if required.

So if you want straighter teeth and a metal brace isn’t your cup of tea, then why not contact Dublin18 Dental Care near Stillorgan and learn more about invisible aligners to see what we can do for you.

Start The New Year By Banishing Those Dreaded Wrinkles, At Our Clinic Near Monkstown

With February 2013 underway the stress of the last twelve months, particularly the festive period, can take its toll on the way we look and feel about ourselves. What better way to beat the post-Christmas blues than to treat yourself to anti-wrinkle injections at Dublin18 Dental Care.

You may have found yourself looking in the mirror and felt unhappy with the image staring back at you. Age, like many other things in life happens to us all whether we like it or not, and the dreaded signs of wrinkles appearing around the eyes, mouth or forehead is part of the maturing process. But, fear not, there are treatments available to combat wrinkles and lines to boost your looks and your confidence.

Boost your looks

Our anti-wrinkle injections can banish those pesky wrinkles quickly and effectively and create a smoother, more youthful complexion in no time. Anti-wrinkle injections often feature in the media with many celebrities taking advantage of them to create a younger and fresher appearance for their time in the spotlight.

Now, they’re available at Dublin18 Dental Care near Monkstown ready for you to take full advantage.

How do anti wrinkle injections work?

Anti-wrinkle injections work by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses to the facial muscles. This makes the muscle less active and therefore softens and smoothes the appearance of persistent lines and wrinkles caused by facial movement.

At Dublin18 Dental Care we make anti-wrinkle injection appointments convenient for you; whether it is on your lunch break or a late evening. Our team will be happy to take you through your treatment step by step to ensure you know what to expect before your treatment commences.

Get A Variety Of Veneers At Dublin18 Dental Care Near Foxrock

Most people would like to have a healthy, natural looking smile. A nice smile gives people the confidence they need in a society that is particularly image conscious. A popular cosmetic treatment we offer at Dublin18 is dental veneer treatment. Veneers are a covering over teeth that are damaged or discoloured and can also be used to help with the appearance of teeth that are not straight.

So if you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth perhaps veneers are a possible option for you. Veneers are thin sheets of porcelain or other materials such as composite bonding that are incredibly strong and are custom made for each patient to help solve any issues they have with their teeth.

Variety of veneer treatments

At Dublin18 Dental Care there are a variety of different options to choose from aside from the traditional veneers when it comes to perfecting your smile.

Lumineers

Lumineers are stronger than your average veneer but are only 2 millimetres thick. They are made from extremely strong material which will look natural and aesthetically pleasing in the mouth.

Da Vinci Veneers

Da Vinci Veneers are made in California and are known to last considerably longer than their opponents in the market. These veneers are thinner than most other veneers so you may not even notice a change in your mouth other than seeing white, healthy looking teeth.

So if you’re looking to get the perfect smile in a discreet way, but aren’t quite sure which veneer is best for you and your smile, then make an appointment at Dublin18 Dental Care near Foxrock to arrange an appointment to discuss the matter further.