Cosmetic Dentistry Guide

I am often asked by patients who are moving to another area, what they should look for when choosing a new dental practice; after all in these times of austerity you don’t want to be charged an extortionate amount of money for your dental treatment but at the same time most people are aware that in dentistry, like everything else in life, ‘you get what you pay for’. So my answer is always the same, use my 10 point check list to assess if your dental practice is offering you great value for money and the high standard of care you deserve. 1. Qualifications and accreditations Many dentists give the impression that they are ‘specialists’ in specific areas of dentistry, you can check a dentists qualifications at the General Dental Council’s website, (www.gdc-uk.org) Any dentist should be happy to show you membership certificates to associations they are in, ensure that they are registered as ‘accredited members ‘which requires evidence of excellence in dentistry to be ...

If you are tempted to skip dental appointments because you don't feel pain and cant see anything wrong ,think again. What you cant see or feel can cause the most trouble! These dental problems can be treated and often reversed,if spotted early. Here is what your Dentist in Preston can see that you cant ; A dental examination can detect deterioration in old fillings, crowns and dental bridges We may detect cavities on the root surfaces of the teeth,which are exposed by receding gums Your teeth may have hairline fractures or suffering from abrasion or enamel erosion A detailed assessment of the supporting tissues around the teeth could reveal periodontal pockets caused by gum disease We can identify the early warning signs of oral cancer we may find decay under the gum line or hidden under the existing fillings - two areas you just cant see  We can diagnose impacted wisdom teeth that are ready to come through and make their presen...