How high does your pain tolerance need to be in order to endure cosmetic dentistry?

pain tolerance cosmetic dentistry

The short answer to this question is – not very high! Everyone has different ideas of ‘pain’ and some of us are more sensitive to certain types of dentistry treatments than others.  However, with successful local anaesthetic and modern technology, it is easy for us to provide cosmetic dentistry that is comfortable for most, and … Read more

The advent of cosmetic dentistry – from celebrity luxury to an option for everyone

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Although once restricted to the world of actors, models and singers, cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly common for the average individual. There have been many advances in cosmetic dentistry, including veneers and clear aligners along with more invasive treatments. This means there are options available for all concerns, as well as financial budgets. Early cosmetic … Read more

Are Teeth a part of Embarrassing Bodies? Can Dentistry help?

Many people find that there are parts of their bodies they find most unsatisfactory and are on a constant journey to find solutions for these insecurities. In fact, millions of people all around the world spend huge sums of money in the hope of reversing their situations or enhancing them. The weight loss industry for … Read more

Defy Ageing with a New Smile Makeover

A fantastic new study conducted by The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) has made some interesting revelations. They have discovered that your smile can actually be your greatest asset! Also, it can be one feature of your ageing self that can defy the natural regression. What makes a person’s smile look youthful and full of … Read more

How ageing skin compares to ageing teeth?

One aspect of aesthetics is great looking skin. The health and beauty industry has an immense following of people trying almost anything to get their perfect look. Looking at it from a dentists point of view, skin care and dental care have a lot in common. How does youthful skin compare to your perfect smile? … Read more

What are the latest trends in orthodontic treatments?

In Japan, a new trend is gripping the fashion conscious as women are paying to have teeth straightening treatment to purposefully disarrange teeth and make them look crooked! Also, studies have revealed that many of these fads and trends have all had one thing in common – a fixation with youth. It’s all about looking … Read more

How Dentistry Can Make You Look 10 Years Younger

The beauty industry is booming with beauty products, hair treatments, and clothing styles together with accessories to make people look 10 years younger. TV programmes such as Extreme Makeover UK, 10 Years Younger, How To Look Good Naked, Gok’s Fashion Fix, are alight with popularity fueled by the desire of people to regain lost youth. … Read more

Leading dentist talks anti-aging

Dr. David Bloom shares his ideas on how dentistry is taking the centre stage in anti-aging processes. He believes that new and wonderful innovations in dentistry can not only help people achieve the perfect smile but also contribute towards warding off the aging process. He looks at some of the techniques he uses every day … Read more

Changing teeth at 60

Today, we saw a lovely gentleman called Henry for a complimentary consultation. He seemed like an anxious patient at first but we soon made him feel welcome and comfortable. He mentioned in our chat that he felt that he had left his teeth for so long that he wasn’t sure if there could be anything … Read more