What is root canal treatment? Root canal treatment (also called ‘endodontics’) is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (called the ‘pulp’) is infected through decay or injury. You may not feel any pain in the early stages of the infection. In some cases your tooth could darken in colour, which may mean that
People are struggling to find an NHS dentist not just in their hometowns but in their entire county The National Health Service (NHS) was founded on the basic but powerful principle that access to healthcare should be based on clinical need, not the ability to pay. Today, finding that principle in practice is increasingly hard
Dental decay is a disease that destroys the tooth’s enamel and its underlying layer, the dentin. It occurs when specific types of bacteria in your mouth produce acid after you have eaten or drunk anything containing sugar. ‘Dental decay’ is the same as tooth decay and is also known as ‘dental caries’. Dental decay is
If you are experiencing any dental pain at home we have provided this guide with some useful tips to support you until you can see your dentist. What do you need help with Toothache Wisdom tooth pain Sensitive teeth Painful or bleeding gums Pain when biting Facial swelling Mouth ulcers Pain after an extraction Toothache
Unfortunately, due to the latest Government advice and the CDO NHS Public Health England instructions all dental clinics in England have had to cease providing face to face treatments to patients from the 25th March in the fight against the spread of the COVID-19 virus. We will have to await the CDO NHS England instructions
What is dental decay? Dental decay happens when the enamel and dentine of a tooth become softened by acid attack after you have eaten or drunk anything containing sugars. Over time, the acid makes a cavity (hole) in the tooth. ‘Dental decay’ is the same as tooth decay and is also known as ‘dental caries’.
What is a cracked tooth? A cracked tooth is a tooth that has become broken. Do all teeth crack in the same way? No. Teeth can crack in several different ways: Cracked tooth: This is when a crack runs from the biting surface of the tooth down towards the root. Sometimes it goes below the
Private Fees Payment options We accept cash, debit or credit card and bank transfer as methods of payment. Unfortunately we don’t accept AMEX. Payment plans Payment plans can be arranged for treatments in excess of £500 subject to status. Please discuss any finance option requirements with us during your first appointment. Payment policy After each