Dental treatments in Manchester
Dental implants in Manchester
Most of the clinics in Manchester provide implant treatments, however, it is advisable to call a particular clinic in order to obtain the detailed information.
Dental implants are the best option for the patients who lost their tooth or teeth due to a disease, mechanical injury or any other reason. The patient should be in a general good oral health, which means healthy gums and jawbone thick enough to be treated with implants. Dental implants are very efficient solution as they are long lasting and impossible to distinguish from the real teeth. They look and feel natural to such an extent that a patient may even forget about the treatment; what is more, they do not affect bordering teeth, as they are not used to support the implant. Implants give patient confidence when eating, speaking, or smiling. A replacement tooth prevents the gum recession and bone loss. Additional advantage is the fact that the pain accompanying the treatment is not nagging and can be dealt with by using regular painkillers.
Dentures
Dentures can be divided into partial and complete. Complete dentures cover the entire jaw, either upper or lower. Partials are the replacement for one or a couple of teeth. Thanks to the advancements and many improvements in dentistry, dentures now look more natural than ever before and they are more comfortable. However, there is a number of disadvantages connected to this type of teeth replacement. First of all, a patient may feel strange during the initial period of using dentures. It usually takes some time to get used to them. One has to be careful when eating hot food or drinking hot liquids while wearing especially complete dentures, as they make it harder to feel the temperature. At the beginning some problems with speaking may occur as well. Further disadvantages include maintenance involved in wearing dentures and changes of the mouth within a lifetime that force a patient to adjust the dentures.
Dental crowns and bridges in Manchester
Dental crowns are a good solution if the tooth is damaged but still has its root. As in the case of dental implants, they are indistinguishable from the natural teeth. They fit the remaining part of a natural tooth. Bridges are crowns that are fused together and serve as a replacement for a few teeth. They are as efficient as dental implants. There are various types of materials used in this treatment, for instance porcelain (the most popular and efficient one), gold, or other metals. Ceramic crowns and bridges are hypoallergenic. There is a possibility to choose the colour of a new tooth, so that it will be as close to the natural as possible. It usually takes 2-3 visits to attach a crown or a bridge. However, thanks to the advanced technology some clinics offer the whole procedure during only one visit. In involves creating an electronic (as opposed to traditional, mechanical) impression of the teeth, computer modelling and the final procedure of attaching the crowns or bridges. After the procedure the patient has to be careful when eating hard food, as it can damage the crown. The durability of this solution is also limited by the life span of the roots of the teeth used to attach the bridge or crown.
Veneers
Veneers are provided by cosmetic dentists in Manchester. They are thin layers of material applied over the surface of a tooth. There are two types of materials commonly used, namely porcelain and composite resin. Such habits as soft drinks, tea or coffee consumption or smoking may cause discoloration of the teeth. In this case, veneers are a perfect solution. They can also improve the uneven appearance and cover minor cracks or chips. Genetic problems, such as unnatural spacing between the teeth can be solved by veneers as well. Apart from the esthetical benefits, veneers can also serve as a protection of the surface of a damaged tooth, in some cases even being an alternative for dental crowns. They are relatively durable, but the patient must take care of the thin porcelain shells, as they can break or damage.
Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening is a type of cosmetic process of removing discolouration and stains from the teeth, and – through a bleaching process – making them look whiter. It also makes it possible for all the teeth to gain the same shade, as different types of teeth are usually of slightly different colour. There are different ways of whitening the teeth, for example laser teeth whitening. The results of the process may vary from individual to individual. Some patients respond very well to the whitening, while others notice very little difference. The durability of the treatment also depends on a person, however, the process is usually repeated after some period of time.
