Birmingham Dentist: Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry in Birmingham

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Why Choose Us

Our goal is to transform your perception of dentistry

We are an exclusive private dental practice in the heart of Birmingham. Our aim is to provide a comprehensive range of treatments in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

Our Birmingham dentists use only the finest materials and state of the art equipment, which enables us to provide you with quality treatment that lasts.

Your are guaranteed to be treated by a warm and friendly team of professionals, who attend regular courses to update and extend their knowledge.

Cutting Edge Technology

We are proud to offer the latest in modern dental innovations to give you the most satisfying results and less time in the dental chair.

3D Dental CT Scanner
This advanced technology generates a 3D scan of your upper or lower jaw, providing us with valuable information to plan for dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, root canal therapy, orthodontics and gum disease.

A routine x-ray is two-dimensional and only shows the location of your teeth and the height of the bone. Our scanner shows three- dimensional and cross-sectional views of your jaws. The images it creates allow us to select the best location for implants and plan any surgery with pinpoint accuracy. It also allows us to look for signs of inflammation, disease or cancer, as well as simplifying complex root canal procedures.

Cerec 3D
Using this system we can restore teeth with natural coloured fillings, crowns and veneers in just one visit. The need for impressions and temporary crowns or veneers is eliminated.

Versawave Laser
This indispensable technology is ideal for patients who dislike needles and drills. It allows us to carry out pain- free and anaesthetic-free treatment of gum infections, drill-free fillings and gum contouring without the use of scalpels.

T-Scan / JVA
The T-Scan system ensures your bite is correct before and after any extensive restorative treatment. JVA (joint vibration analysis) helps assess pains, clicks and damage to jaw joints.

The Shade Light
This takes the guesswork out of colour matching to ensure restorations are as lifelike as your natural teeth.

The Wand
The Wand is a painless, computer-controlled injection. An ultra fine needle is used and because the flow rate of the anaesthetic is controlled by a computer, the injection is guaranteed to be slow and steady and therefore comfortable.

We understand that at certain times during the day parking can be a problem on the Square. For your convenience, There is ample parking facilities on St Pauls Square as well as an NCP Car park adjacent to the dental practice.

Your First Visit

We will listen to your concerns and desires followed by an examination of your teeth, gum and soft tissues.

A Small intro-oral camera may be used and x-rays will be taken which can be viewed instantly on our overhead plasma screen. We will discuss the findings together so that we both feel comfortable and happy with any proposed treatment. A provisional treatment plan will be offered with options and costs.

There is no need to be anxious, our team are always available to elaborate on any further questions you may have. Before we proceed with any cosmetic dental treatments will show you a digitally enhance example of your new smile.

What you can expect from us

We will maintain professionalism and politeness at all times.
We will deal competently with any issue or concern you have.
We will produce up to date treatment plans with all possible options from the best and most expensive to not so expensive.
We will provide a comfortable setting where you can relax.
We will do all we can to deliver your appointment promptly as time is precious to us all.
We will practice the most up to date treatment techniques using the best equipment.
We will give you excellent service with a dazzling smile!

Dr Dinesh Vegad

Dinesh Vegad BDS University of Birmingham 1976 HND Med. Lab. Sciences

Certificate on Serial Anatomy of Head & Neck Dissection (Univ. of Lille) (France) 2003

Certificate in Conscious Sedation (SAAD) 2003

Bonefit (Straumann) Basic & Advanced Implantology Course England 1992

Member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) (UK)

Full Member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD) (UK) Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) (USA)

One year “Hands on” Implantology course – Harley St. 2003 (The Implant Centre) by Dr Hilt Tatum (USA) – Inventor of root form implants.

Dinesh has kept up with current trends and technology since qualifying. Even whilst working in the NHS, he introduced Digital Radiography and Intra-oral Cameras into his surgery in the 80’s - almost unheard of even in private practice at the time!

Dinesh joined the Reality USA in the 90’s - the foremost Aesthetic Dentist Organisation and attends their annual conferences to keep up with the latest technology and products.

To become a Full member of the BACD requires 75 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) on relevant postgraduate courses each year. Associate Members of the BACD do not need to complete this CPD. He is recognised as practising excellence in the field of Cosmetic Dentistry and the BACD often refers patients to him.

A multidisciplinary approach is used by St Pauls Dental Practice. To obtain the best result with minimal invasive surgery to teeth and gums, a combination of disciplines are required, i.e. orthodontics, gum surgery, implants, endodontics (root fillings) and of course veneers, crowns, onlays as well as restorative dentistry. Dinesh has postgraduate experience in all fields and uses lasers, magnification and specialist equipment for every discipline just as a specialist consultant would.

The only referral is to our in house Orthodontist who will often position crowded teeth into a normal arch before we provide veneers with minimal preparation. All too often we see teeth which were crowded, butchered down to small pegs in order to "straighten" them. This usually leads to tooth loss through abscesses and gum disease - we do not cut corners.

Education and hands on experience is important. However, nothing compensates for the inherent skill to execute all these with ultimate excellence. Please read our patient testimonials and view our smile gallery of real patient cases to appreciate why you should choose Dr Dinesh Vegad as your dentist!

Birmingham Dental Team

All our dental staff attend courses in patient care and communication. Thorough knowledge of sophisticated equipment, and sterilization, radiography etc. are instilled through such courses.

The Associate Dentists

Barry Edwards BDS London
Barry founded the ADI (Association of Dental Implantology) in 1970 and was its first president. He is also the inventor/designer of the Intos implant system and has over 40 years experience in dental implants. He regularly undertakes sinus grafting, I.D nerve repositioning and all forms of the most complex implant cases.

Damien Mclaughlin BDS Liverpool, PG Cert
Cosmetic Rest Dent (UCLAN)
Damien has a special interest in cosmetic, restorative, periodontal and endodontic dentistry. He has completed his post graduate certificate in cosmetic restorative dentistry and is working towards his MsC at the University of Central Lancashire

Kish Soneji BSc(Hons) MSc, BDS LDS RCS London
Kish is an implantologist and works with Barry Edwards at LXiR 61 Harley Street. He qualified in medical biochemistry and radiology before undertaking dentistry. Kish is a past president of the ADI. He teaches implantology courses at 61 Harley Street and he mentored the Hilt Tatum institute at Harley Street from 2001-2006.

Parisa Vegad BDS Gothernburg, Sweden
Parisa has a special interest in full mouth reconstruction having attended a hands-on course with The Hornbrook Group for Advanced Dental Education. She enjoys complementing aesthetic cases with use of Botox® and dermal fillers improving the overall look of the final result. Parisa is a member of the BACD and the AACD.

The Practice Manager

Helen will help to make your visits as pleasant as possible. She is always available to discuss any concerns you may have.

The Dental Nurses

Charlotte, Manni and Samantha provide excellent support to the dentist. Whilst making sure at all times, that the patient in their care is as comfortable as possible.

The Hygienist

Teresa will not only scale and polish your teeth, but will also spend time showing you ways to improve your oral hygiene, including the different techniques and products needed to do so.

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Treatments

Birmingham Dental and Facial Treatments

At our Birmingham dental practice, our dentists provide stunning cosmetic dental treatments including teeth whitening (home whitening and 1-hour power whitening), porcelain veneers, white fillings, gum contouring and teeth reshaping as well as clear orthodontics using "invisible" braces to create the perfect smile makeover.

To restore your smile by replacing missing, decayed or broken teeth, we use crowns, bridges, dentures and dental implants. Using the latest technology in dentistry we are able to offer the highest quality of care with a wide option of treatments.

Our preventive dental treatments include fissure sealants for children, scale and polish, bad breath, gum disease, decay detection and mouth cancer screening services.

We also have expertise and special interests in oral surgery for extractions, root canal therapy for infections and sedation is available for nervous patients.

Our facial rejuvation experts remove wrinkles, frowns and lines on the face to make you look and feel younger.

Cosmetic Dentistry - Smile Makeovers

Our Birmingham dentists offer following cosmetic dental treatments in Birmingham.

Teeth Whitening
Brighten your teeth by several shades with our 1 hour In-Office power whitening and home whitening maintenance kits.

Porcelain Veneers
Improve your smile by lengthening and reshaping teeth and closing gaps between teeth. Ask about a complete smile makeover!

Lumineers
Contact-lens-thin porcelain veneers, offering painless, permanent cosmetic solution for stained teeth.

White Fillings
Remove unsightly silver metal fillings and replace them with tooth coloured fillings for a whiter smile.

Gum Contouring and Teeth Reshaping
Reshape your gums and teeth to lengthen or shorten the appearance of teeth and improve your smile line.

Clear Orthodontics
Straighten your teeth with "invisible braces".

Teeth Whitening

Teeth are stained by the foods and drinks we consume. Smoking further stains teeth and the natural bright, white shade becomes darkened. Teeth whitening is a successful and simple method of lightening the colour of your teeth. The degree of whiteness achieved will vary from patient to patient and with the type of bleaching process chosen.

Enlighten teeth whitening works by increasing the tooth's permeability to oxygen which breaks down stain molecules. It is a combination treatment meaning that there is a 2 week home treatment followed by a 1 hour visit at the dentist.

A custom made mouth tray is created. A whitening gel is placed in the tray which you then wear whilst asleep or for short periods during the day. Results are normally seen over 2 weeks.

Our Birmingham dentists offer Power Whitening in the surgery chair otherwise known as 1-hour Whitening.

Birmingham Porcelain Veneers

If your front teeth are stained, chipped, or malaligned, veneers will give you a good life-like appearance with minimum tooth adjustment.

A veneer is a facing on the front of your teeth usually your top teeth, it is just like a false finger nail.
Veneers are made out of porcelain and are used mainly for aesthetic reasons.

Veneers make teeth look natural and healthy, and because they are very thin and are held in place by a special strong bond (rather like super-glue) very little preparation of the tooth is needed.

Porcelain veneers can improve the colour, shape and position of teeth.
A precise shade of porcelain can be chosen to give the right colour to improve a single discoloured or stained tooth or to lighten front teeth (usually the upper ones) generally.

Veneers can also be used to close small gaps, when orthodontics (braces) are not suitable.
If one tooth is slightly out of position, a veneer can sometimes be fitted to bring it into line with the others.

Birmingham Lumineers

What are Lumineers?
Lumineers are ‘contact-lens-thin’ porcelain veneers, they are painless, permanent cosmetic solution to stained, chipped, discoloured or misaligned teeth and can also be used to close gaps.

Because of their extreme thinness they are placed over existing teeth without requiring painful removal of tooth structure. You can get a beautiful new smile without having any drilling or injections. Each patient varies depending on the individual case and what treatment options are best for you. There would be no need for temporary veneers.

Lumineers are made of porcelain of which a shade is chosen to either match your natural tooth colour or you could choose to go a shade or two lighter and get that ‘Hollywood smile’. Two visits are necessary, the 1st visit is short visit taking impression then several weeks later you return to have the Lumineers bonded to your own teeth, giving you that perfect smile. They are made in worlds only approved laboratory in L.A., USA.

More information on Lumineers and the differences between Lumineers and traditional porcelain veneers, please click here.

White Filling

If the decay is not too serious, our cosmetic dentist will remove all the decay and restore the tooth with a white (tooth coloured) filling.
Our Birmingham dentists can safely replace silver amalgam fillings with white tooth coloured fillings.

Dental decay happens when the enamel and dentine of a tooth become softened by acid attack, producing a cavity (hole).
More about decay detection in our Preventive Dentistry section.

Birmingham Gum Contouring & Teeth Reshaping

Lengthen the appearance of your teeth by reshaping your gums.
Shorten, smoothen or level your teeth to improve your smile line.

Birmingham Clear Braces Orthodontic "Invisible Braces"

Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners.

Invisalign® also allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan when you start, so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete. Invisalign can help you get the great smile you've always wanted.

Invisalign can help you get the great smile you've always wanted because it's... Invisible, so no one can tell you're straightening your teeth. So now you can smile more during treatment as well as after.

Removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment, plus brushing and flossing are no problem.

Comfortable, because it has no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. And no metal and wires usually means you spend less time in your doctor's office getting adjustments.

How Does Invisalign® Work?

You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and floss.
As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed.
You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Restorative Dentistry - Restore Your Smile

Our Birmingham dentists offer following restorative dental treatments in Birmingham.

Broken Teeth
Restore broken and chipped teeth after accidents.

Crowns & Bridges
Replace a few missing teeth with natural looking caps.

Dentures
Replace many missing teeth with support to your cheeks and lips.

Flexible Dentures
Flexible partial dentures are the comfortable, beautiful, and affordable choice.

Birmingham Broken Teeth

A veneer can make a chipped tooth look intact again. The porcelain covers the whole of the front of the tooth with a thicker section replacing the broken part.

Bonding: sometimes instead of a porcelain veneer, a natural colour ‘composite’ material is used instead of porcelain.
A natural-coloured filling material can be used for minor repairs to front teeth like chipped or broken tooth corners

Birmingham Crowns

A dental crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth.

A crown is sometimes known as a ‘cap’. Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken, or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling.

A dental crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance:

You may have discoloured fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth
You may have had a root filling which will need a crown to protect it
It may help hold a bridge or denture firmly in place.

Birmingham Dental Bridges

Besides having dental implants, there are two main ways to replace missing teeth. The first is with a removable false tooth or teeth – a partial denture. The second is with a fixed bridge.

A bridge is usually used where there are fewer teeth to replace, or when the missing teeth are only on one side of the mouth. Dental bridges are usually made of a precious metal base.

If the bridge will show, porcelain is then bonded to the base. Sometimes, there are other non-precious metals used in the base to reduce the cost.

You should replace missing teeth for a number of reasons. Your appearance is one reason. Another is that the gap left by a missing tooth can mean greater strain is put on the teeth at either side.

A gap can also mean your ‘bite’ is affected, because the teeth next to the space can lean into the gap and alter the way the upper and lower teeth bite together. This can then lead to food getting packed into the gap, which causes both decay and gum disease.

Birmingham Dental Dentures

Replacing lost or missing teeth has substantial benefits for your health and appearance.
A complete or full denture replaces the natural teeth and provides support for cheeks and lips.
Without this support, sagging facial muscles can make a person appear older and reduce their ability to eat and speak.

A dental denture is an appliance which is worn to replace lost or missing teeth to enable you to enjoy a healthy diet and smile with confidence. A complete or full denture is one that replaces all of the natural teeth in either the upper or lower jaws. A partial denture fills in the spaces created by lost or missing teeth and is attached to your natural teeth with metal clasps or devices called precision attachments.

The base of a denture is called a plate and can be made of either acrylic (plastic) or metal. The teeth are normally made of acrylic and can be made to match your natural teeth. This is especially important in the case of partial dentures.

Birmingham Dental Dentures

Nobody has to know that you're missing teeth
Flexible partial dentures are the comfortable, beautiful, and affordable choice. It was long thought that removable partial dentures had to be rigid to be effective. The innovation of the Valplast® Flexible Partial allows the restoration to adapt to the constant movement and flexibility in your mouth.

Comfortable
Non-Invasive
Affordable
Virtually Invisible

Preventive Dentistry - Maintain Your Smile

Our Birmingham dentists offer following preventive dental treatments in Birmingham.

Children
Fluoride applications and fissure sealants for protection against decay.

Dental Hygiene
Scale & polishing teeth and teaching you how to keep them clean.

Bad Breath
Improve your social life with fresh breath.

Gum Disease
Treatment of swelling, soreness or infection of the gum tissues.

Decay Detection
Detect early decay and prevent unnecessary discomfort.

Mouth Cancer Screening
Smoking, drinking and unhealthy diets increases risks of mouth cancer. Early detection increases chances of survival.

Air Abrasion System
Fillings without the injection or drilling.

Ozone Treatment
Ideal for children with early decay.

Mouth Guards
Protect your teeth from sports whilst not restrict breathing or speaking.

Birmingham Children Dentists

We aim to prevent dental disease rather than treat it at a later date. Fluoride applications and fissure sealants (tooth coloured sealants) are applied to biting surfaces of children's teeth to prevent decay.

Birmingham Dental Hygiene

Birmingham dental hygiene treatment includes professionally cleaning the teeth for the patient. This is usually called scaling and polishing. However, perhaps our most important role is showing the patient the best way to keep the teeth free of plaque.

The dentist also plays an important role in treating gum disease.

Birmingham Bad Breath

Bad breath is a very common problem and there are many different causes. Persistent bad breath is usually caused by the smelly gases released by the bacteria that coat your teeth and gums.

However, strong foods like garlic and onions can add to the problem. Smoking is also one of the main causes of bad breath, along with certain illnesses such as nasal and stomach conditions.

Bits of food that get caught between the teeth and on the tongue will rot and can sometimes cause an unpleasant smell. So correct and regular brushing is very important to keep your breath smelling fresh.

The bacteria on our teeth and gums (plaque) also cause gum disease and dental decay. If you see your dentist regularly this will not only help prevent bad breath but will also let the dentist look for and treat these problems.

Birmingham Gum Disease

Screening for gum disease forms an integral part of your routine examination. Gum disease describes swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease.

What is gum disease?
Gum disease describes swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease.

What is gingivitis?
Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums. This is when the gums around the teeth become very red and swollen. Often the swollen gums bleed when they are brushed during cleaning.

What is periodontal disease?
Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. There are a number of types of periodontal disease and they all affect the tissues supporting the teeth. As the disease gets worse the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw is lost, making the teeth loose. If this is not treated, the teeth may eventually fall out.

What is the cause of gum disease?
All gum disease is caused by plaque. Plaque is a film of bacteria which forms on the surface of the teeth and gums every day. Many of the bacteria in plaque are completely harmless, but there are some that have been shown to be the main cause of gum disease. To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure you remove all the plaque from your teeth every day. This is done by brushing and flossing.

What happens if gum disease is not treated?
Unfortunately, gum disease progresses painlessly on the whole so that you do notice the damage it is doing. However, the bacteria are sometimes more active and this makes your gums sore. This can lead to gum abscesses, and pus may ooze from around the teeth. Over a number of years, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost. If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can become more difficult.

How do I know if I have gum disease?
The first sign is blood on the toothbrush or in the rinsing water when you clean your teeth. Your gums may also bleed when you are eating, leaving a bad taste in your mouth. Your breath may also become unpleasant.

Birmingham Decay Detection

Decay may or may not cause discomfort; even though it doesn’t hurt, the tooth is deteriorating.
Using higher magnification and powerful lighting, it is easier to detect decay at an early stage to prevent excessive tooth damage. When cavities are small, they are much easier and less expensive to treat.

Early tooth decay does not tend to show many physical signs. Sometimes the tooth looks healthy, but your dentist will be able to see from an x-ray whether you have any decay under the enamel, any possible infections in the roots, or any bone loss around the tooth.

Birmingham Mouth Cancer Screening

Mouth cancer is a malignant growth which can occur in any part of the mouth, including the tongue, lips and throat. Mouth cancers have a higher proportion of deaths per number of cases than breast cancer, cervical cancer or skin melanoma. The mortality rate is just over 50%, despite treatment, with about 1,700 deaths per year in the UK. This is because of late detection. Visit your dentist at once if you notice any abnormal problems or are not sure. Regular dental checkups allow early detection of abnormalities in the mouth.

Mouth Cancer Foundation
The Mouth Cancer Foundation is a registered charity that raises awareness of mouth cancers and proviedes information and support to patients, carers and health professionals.

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Birmingham Air Abrasion System

Air Abrasion is a whole new concept of cutting cavities, it uses 27 micron particels under air pressure that selectively removes soft decay material, it can also be used to remove white filling material, it can also be used to remove white filling material wwithout removing any sound tooth structure, hence it is very non-invasive and prolongs the life of the tooth. There is no drilling involved and most of the time there is no injection necessary.

Ideal for children with early decay as it involves the minimal loss of tooth tissue, they don't need to have local anaesthetic or have any drilling, vibration, heat or cold water to worry about.

Air Abrasion also increases bonding strength of white fillings, crowns and posts.

Abrasion CANNOT be used :-

For doing crowns, veneers or inlays
On patients with Chronic Respiratory disease
On metal fillings, beacuse mercury vaporises and is toxic and we care about our safety and that of our patients.

Birmingham Ozone Treatment

WHAT IS OZONE?
OZONE is produced naturally during thunderstorms and can be found at high altitudes. OZONE gas can also be produced in a controlled environment.
OZONE has been used for many years in the purification of water and in hospitals to control infection.

HOW CAN IT HELP ME?

Patients fear and trauma eliminated.
OZONE kills more than 99% of all micro-organisms present in tooth dacay.
OZONE can re-mineralise decay (which can make the tooth immune to further decay)
OZONE removes volatile sulphur compounds (main cause of halitosis) form root caries.

THE TREATMENT

A small laser is used (the Diagnodent) to look underneath the surface of the teeth. The laser detects areas of bacteria that cause decay, This gives us an idea of how much decay is present. A special hand piece (HEALOZONE) is then used to apply OZONE to the affected area. Once the bacteria has been eliminated the HEALOZONE unit applies a liquid mineral onto the cleaned area of decay. The healing process of the tooth then commences.

A home kit is provided that contains a mineral toothpaste and mouthwash. Regular use of the home kit will ensure the success of your Ozone treatment.

WILL I FEEL ANYTHING?
No. The laser readings and the application of Ozone are painless. It does not involve any damage to your tooth or gum tissue. There is no need for injections or drilling.

WHAT ARE THE ALTERNATIVES?
Your alternatives to Ozone are traditional treatments that we have offered you in the past. These are:

Fissure Sealants with air abrasion, this involves minimal invasion to the tooth, although this can not guarantee 100% removal of bacteria.

OR

Fillings with injections and the drill, this involves an injection, drilling away the decay and then placing the filling material into the cavity. These usually need to be replaced after 5 to 10 years.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The current cost of a child's full mouth Preventative treatment is £90.00, this treats all of the teeth in the child's mouth to sterilise and remineralise decay already present and prevent new decay forming.

The cost of treating a tooth that would otherwise require a conventional filling is £50.00, this sterilises and remineralises the tooth and prevents new decay forming.

We also use ozone as standard on all new fillings and replaced fillings to remove decay and ensure sterilisation before the filling to prevent further decay forming. This allows us to keep the size of the filling to a minimum. This is at an additional cost of £10.00.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE COST?

Ozone treatment
Home kit
Review appoinment to check laser readings. plus second application of Ozone if necessary.

Birmingham Mouth Guards

An incorrectly fitting mouthguard is inefficient, is hard to hold in place and interferes with proper breathing and speaking ability.

Mouthguards sold over-the-counter - so called "boil and bite" types - invariably suffer from these disadvantages and provide a false sense of protection due to the dramatic decrease in thickness when bitten into place during their softened state.

The advantages of a Playsafe Mouthguard:

Name tag and X-ray opaque strip…
Within the plastic of each mouthguard you will find the owners name and x-ray opaque strip. Thus there is no risk of confusion if several guards are lost on the field (or in the shower); and if a guard is accidentally swallowed - which is extremely rare - it can be found by x-ray.

Enhanced tooth edge protection…
A unique feature of the Mouthguard is that it has additional thickness of material surrounding the vulnerable biting edges of the top teeth providing additional protection from a sudden impact.

Prevents concussion of the brain…
The Mouthguard is supplied with indentation in its biting surface to accommodate the tips of the bottom teeth so that in the event of an impact to the lower jaw it is safely immobilized preventing reverberation of the brain.

Adjustable to allow for changing teeth and orthodontic treatment…
The Mouthguard can be remoulded by your dentist to accomodate new teeth or movement of teeth. No need to buy a new mouthguard for slight changes in the mouth.

All these are major safety points often omitted on inferior mouthguards. All our mouthguards are supplied with a protective carry case for your convenience.

Birmingham Implants

Our Birmingham orthodontists offer the following dental implant treatments in Birmingham.

Dental Implants
Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. A dental implant is essentially a substitute for a natural root and commonly it is screw or cylinder shaped.

Mini Implants
Imagine receiving our latest dental implant technology with our specialised low-pain treatment. Within hours, you could be eating comfortably, talking and laughing with a new-found confidence, all for a price you can afford!

FAQs
Answer the most commonly asked questions about dental implants.

Birmingham Dental Implants

Birmingham Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. A dental implant is essentially a substitute for a natural root and commonly it is screw or cylinder shaped.

Each implant is placed into a socket carefully drilled at the precise location of the intended tooth. Often the implant can be placed at the same time as removal of the tooth all on the same day.

If an implant has a screw-thread on its outer surface it can be screwed into position and if it does not, it is usually tapped into place. The main aim during installation of any implant is to achieve immediate close contact with the surrounding bone. This creates an initial stability, which over time is steadily enhanced by further growth of bone into microscopic roughnesses on the implant surface.

In order to support replacement teeth, dental implants normally have some form of internal screw thread or post space that allows a variety of components to be fitted. Once fitted, these components provide the foundation for long-term support of crowns, bridges or dentures.

Birmingham Mini or Midi Implants Technology

Imagine receiving our latest dental implant technology with our specialised low-pain treatment. Within hours, you could be eating comfortably, talking and laughing with a new-found confidence, all for a price you can afford!

The NEW Mini or Midi Implants acts like the root of your tooth, allowing a crown or denture to be securely attached. The advantages of using the unique Mini or Midi Implant technology include:

Available from as little as £1,500 per implant*
No surgery of the gum*
No drilling of the bone*
No stitches*
No waiting*
Fewer visits*

*In most cases there is a momentary perforation of the gum and outer surface of the bone. Typically the implants can be restored on the same day with a temporary restoration.

All treatments available on 0% interest-free payment scheme.

The NEW Midi Implant is a stronger implant with a greater surface area than Mini Implants, along with a more substantial post to support fixed crowns. With a built in 'shoulder', they allow better oral hygiene and are suitable for both thinner and wider bone - varying in size from 2.3 - 4.3mm. Stable from day one, they do not require a surgical flap, they can be restored immediately, allowing a permanent crown to be fitted two weeks later. They are also available at a lower cost.

How do they work?
The placement of the implant is accomplished quickly and easily in a one-step procedure performed at our practice. Under local anaesthesia, or light sedation, employing precise and minimally invasive techniques, the implants are positioned into the jawbone.

The head of the implants protrude from the gum and provide a solid foundation for securing crowns, dentures, or a brace.

Teeth
The new Mini and Midi Implants are the perfect system to provide greater denture stability for those refused regular implants due to a lack of bone, or who simply cannot afford the cost of conventional implants. Once the implants are secured a tailor made crown (the tooth itself) is secured to the implant. It is not necessary for each missing tooth to require an implant and if you have 3+ teeth missing next to each other you could opt for a bridge or partial denture supported by only 2 implants (depending on the individual circumstances). This can be removed and cleaned, and would reduce the volume of surgery that could be required.

Dentures
The most effective use of this unique dental product is stabilization of a lower denture. There are approximately 120,000 people in the UK who are “edentulous” (literally meaning lacking teeth), struggling daily with prosthetic devices. The majority suffer discomfort as a result of loose or ill-fitting dentures. Some withdraw from any type of social engagement as a result of wearing them. It is also not uncommon for family members to complain about a denture wearer’s disagreeable breath as a result of food being trapped and decaying under their denture prosthesis. Successful placement of the mini implants addresses and solves all of these social and practical problems.

The head of the implant is shaped like a ball. The retaining fixture in your denture acts like a socket that contains a rubber O-ring. This snaps over the ball when the denture is seated and holds the denture at a predetermined level of force. When seated the denture gently rests on the gum tissue while the implant fixture allows for micro mobility while withstanding the natural lifting of eating.

Conventional Implants Conventional Implants can be provided at the UK Mini Implant Service, meaning we can use the most appropriate treatment customised to suit your needs.

The implants are placed in the bone, using a particularly gentle surgical technique. This usually means that the patient experiences little discomfort after the implants are placed. For patients who are a little anxious, this procedure can be carried out under sedation.

Following the implant placement procedure, the implants are left undisturbed for a period of 3 to 6 months so that the bone can grow around the implants to form a strong biological bond to them. During this bone 'remodelling' phase, you will have some type of temporary replacement teeth, so that you never have to be without teeth during treatment.

Why Does It Take so Long to Complete Treatment?
Dental implants preserve bone because they function like tooth roots, firmly embedded in the bone. In order for the implants to become embedded in the bone, the bone must bond to the implants. This process takes anywhere from 1 to 9 months, depending upon the quality of the bone in which the implants are placed.

There are other treatment options that do not take as much time to complete; however none of these traditional methods of tooth replacement preserve bone. In fact, dentures and partials actually accelerate the bone resorption process.

Treatment Stages for Conventional Implants

1. Initial evaluation and planning.
2. Preparatory procedures.
3. Possible healing period.
4. Implant placement.
5. The settling in stage of four to eight months.
6. Follow up review appointments.
7. Restorative or denture stages, which may include the fitting of crowns or bridges, or the attachment of dentures to the implants.
8. Trial use phase.
9. Progress review and maintenance appointments.
10. Upgrading stages.

Comparision
The mini implants compare favourably to the conventional implants in many ways. However there are instances when it may be more appropriate to use conventional implants or a combination of both.

As a revolutionary departure from routine implant methods, mini implants are so narrow they are typically inserted directly through the overlying gum tissue and into the bone underneath. Consequently the need to surgically cut and “flap” open the gum tissue, routinely required for standard implant systems, is avoided in most mini implant applications. As a result, post-insertion patient irritation and soreness is significantly reduced. While all dental implants require care during insertion to avoid encroaching on vulnerable nerve, sinus or bony structures, the ultra small width of the mini implants offers a much more comfortable margin of safety.

FAQs

How can dental implants help me?
Because they are fixed in place, implant supported bridgework, crowns or dentures can feel much better than traditional dentures and can help with chewing, boosting the wearer’s self confidence and quality of life. They blend into the gums and should look perfectly realistic.

Are they comfortable?
There may be some bruising and discomfort after the operation to place the titanium root, but once the implant has integrated and restoration is placed on top, you should not be aware of it in your mouth. You cannot usually remove fixed implants supported teeth yourself; this has to be done by your dentist, however where implants are used to stabilise partial or full dentures these should be removed at night or as advised by your dentist.

Are they safe?
Implants are now well established and have a good safety reputation. Very occasionally the implant does not integrate well with the bone. If this occurs, it may have to be removed and , once the gum has healed, it maybe possible to replace it. Most modern implants will last for many years providing regular maintenance is undertaken.

How do I clean them?
Your dentist will show you how to keep the area clean while the implants are integrating into the jaw. Once the teeth are fitted you should clean them like your own teeth, though you may need to take extra care in certain more awkward areas, and your dental hygienist will be able to tell you how best to do this.

Who can fit implants?
Unfortunately, implant treatment is usually carried out on a private basis, and can be expensive. Whoever fits your implants, whether it be a dental surgeon or a specialist, make sure you are confident that they are suitably experienced and that you are referred to them by someone whose option you trust.

Birmingham CEREC Restorations

Our Birmingham dentists use CEREC technology so you can be in and out in a single visit with a permanent, all ceramic crown, onlay, or veneer! For you, the dental patient, this means fewer injections, less drilling, and less time out of your hectic schedule for dental care.

Single Appointment Dental Care
Most dental restorative methods require more than one visit to the dentist.

This means that on the first visit, you get an injection of anesthesia, your tooth prepared, an impression taken, and a temporary restoration put on your tooth. You make a second appointment for a couple of weeks later, get another injection, have the temporary pried off (if it hasn't fallen off already), and have a permanent restoration put on.

Why go to the dentist a second time when you don't have to? With CEREC, the procedure is done in a single appointment, start to finish.

Finest Dental Materials
A CEREC tooth restoration isn't just convenient, it is also healthy. Many years ago, dentists had few options to repair decayed and damaged teeth other than amalgam, gold, and other metals. With CEREC, our Birmingham dentists can use strong, tooth colored ceramic materials to restore your teeth to their natural strength, beauty, and function.

These materials closely match the composition of natural tooth structure. This means when you eat hot food and then drink something cold, the restoration and tooth expand and contract at almost equal rates. So, your tooth does not crack, and you can go on enjoying your evening. Also, the materials are chemically bonded to your tooth, so your dentist can save as much healthy tooth tissue as possible while providing you with a dental restoration that strengthens your tooth.

Smile Enhancement
Your dentist can use CEREC for more than just crowns and fillings. CEREC is capable of producing any single tooth restoration. Chipped or discolored front teeth can be repaired with beautiful CEREC porcelain anterior crowns or veneers. Your smile makes a lasting first impression. Enhance it with CEREC.

Worldwide, a CEREC restoration is placed every 20 seconds. With a history of nearly 20 years, this equipment has helped dentists place over 6 million restorations. Using metal free materials that are the closest to your natural enamel, CEREC gives you the highest quality restorative care. Ask our dentists today about single visit CEREC restorative care!

Birmingham General Dentistry

Our Birmingham dentists offer following general dental treatments in Birmingham.

Oral Surgery
Minor extractions for teeth in pain or widsom teeth.

Root Canal Treatment
Treatment for infected blood or nerve supply of teeth.

Sedation for the Nervous
Relaxation for anxious and dental phobic patients.

Birmingham Oral Surgery (Extractions)

Oral surgery can be provided with sedation for nervous patients.

Wisdom Teeth
Sometimes there may not be room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth and, as they start to come through, they push against the teeth already there or may start to come through at an angle. When this happens, you might feel some pain or discomfort, so the best thing to do is to visit your dentist.

The dentist will probably take an x-ray of your mouth to see how - or if - your wisdom teeth are coming through. From this, they will be able to make a judgement on whether or not to take them out, and how easy or difficult it might be. Extractions can also be done under sedation.

Extractions
Having a tooth out is the same as having an operation and, because of this, you must look after the area to speed healing and to reduce the risk of infection.

Here are some pointers:

For the first 24 hours, try to avoid eating hot food, don't smoke, don't drink any alcohol and try not to disturb any blood clot which might have formed.
Don't rinse your mouth for six hours after extraction. After that, rinse gently with warm salty water - half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of water is enough.
Brush your teeth as normal to keep your mouth as clean as possible.
You may feel some small pieces of bone work their way out of the socket - don't worry, this is perfectly normal.
There may be some swelling and a bit of discomfort in the first two to three days. If you need to, take some ordinary painkillers - aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetomol will be fine.
If you feel pain immediately after the tooth has been removed, it might be where the blood clot has broken down leaving an empty hole in the gum. This is called a 'dry socket' and will need to be looked at by your dentist. Simply go back and the dentist will pack the wound to ease your discomfort.

Your dentist may have given you some gauze to place onto the area where the tooth has been removed - if not, a clean cloth handkerchief will do just as well (but not a paper tissue).

Roll it into a small firm pad large enough to fit over the gap (probably around 1cm by 3cm).
Sit up and gently clear away any blood clots around the gap using the gauze or hanky.
Put a clean pad over the gap (from tongue side to cheek side) and bite down on it firmly for 10 to 15 minutes.
Take the pad off and check whether the bleeding has stopped. If not, apply a fresh pad and contact your dentist

Birmingham Root Canal Therapy

What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment (also called endodontics) is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (known as the pulp) is infected through decay or injury.

Why is root canal treatment needed?
If the pulp becomes infected, the infection may spread through the root canal system of the tooth.

This may eventually lead to an abscess. If root canal treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.

Does it hurt?
No. A local anaesthetic is used and it should feel no different to having an ordinary filling done.

What does it involve?
The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits to your dentist.

At the first appointment, the infected pulp is removed. Any abscesses, which may be present, can also be drained at this time. The root canal is then cleaned and shaped ready for the filling. A temporary filling is put in and the tooth is left to settle.

The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled.

What will my tooth look like after treatment?
In the past, a root filled tooth would often darken after treatment. However, with modern techniques this does not usually happen. If there is any discolouration, there are several treatments available to restore the natural appearance.

What if it happens again?
Root canal treatment is usually very successful. However, if the infection comes back the treatment can be repeated.

What if I don’t have the treatment?
The alternative is to have the tooth out. Once the pulp is destroyed, it can’t heal and it is not recommended to leave an infected tooth in the mouth. Although some people would prefer an extraction, it is usually best to keep as many natural teeth as possible.

Will the tooth be safe after treatment?
Yes. However, it is better to restore the tooth with a crown to provide extra support and strength to the tooth.

Where can this treatment be carried out?
Root canal treatment is a routine dental procedure, which your dentist will be happy to do for you.

What about aftercare?
Root-treated teeth should be treated just the same as any other tooth. Remember to clean your teeth at least once a day, preferably with a fluoride toothpaste. Cut down on sugary snacks, and keep them only to mealtimes if possible. See your dentist for regular check-ups.

Birmingham Dental Sedation

Is there anything that can help me with my fear of the dentist?
Yes. Some people are so frightened of the dentist that they will not go for dental treatment. They can overcome their fears with relaxation or sedation. Our dentists are sympathetic about these feelings, and you can ask our dentists about these ways to help.

What is sedation?
We offer an intravenous or IV sedation. This is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm. The dose will depend on the amount of treatment needed and the length of time it will take to complete.

How will IV sedation in the surgery affect me?
You become drowsy and unaware of any treatment, but you are still able to co-operate with the dentist. The effects of sedative medicine take some time to wear off and your dentist will tell you how long the drugs will take to clear from your body. You won’t be able to drink alcohol, drive or work machinery during this time.

What else can help?
You can be helped to feel relaxed by ‘relative analgesia’ sometimes known as inhalation sedation. This means breathing in a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen (‘laughing gas’) which quickly leads to a pleasant, relaxed feeling. The dentist puts you at ease at the same time, by talking softly and suggesting what you feel. You remain conscious all the time, although you may be a little drowsy, and any treatment given causes you no discomfort. You breathe in the mixture through a nosepiece, which is very comfortable. You can’t overdose on the gas, as the mixture quickly leaves the body if you breathe in one or two breaths of ordinary air. There are no after-effects either, and you can drive a car after about 15 minutes. Many dentists use this safe and effective technique.

How does relaxation work?
When we are faced with a challenge or something we’re afraid of, such as a visit to the dentist, our bodies produce substances, which raise our anxiety. However, we can train our bodies to work against this anxiety, by learning to relax. It’s not possible to be anxious and relaxed at the same time, so learning relaxation helps control our anxiety.

Facial Rejuvenation - Birmingham Non-Surgical Face Lifts

What is botulinum toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a purified bacterial substance that blocks muscle nerve signals. The dentist can safely inject botulinum toxin to weaken facial muscle and diminish unwanted wrinkles and frown lines that appear across the forehead and at the corners of the eyes (crow’s feet).

The Botox anti-wrinkle treatment can smooth out age-related wrinkles such as crows feet, frown lines or lines on the forehead. It works in a different way than the injected gels and the effects last between 3 – 5 months.

What is BOTOX®?
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

One 10-minute treatment, a few tiny injections and within days there's a noticeable improvement in those persistent lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows to form over time.

A million people have been treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic since FDA approval in 2002. Not just models and movie stars, but people from all types of professions.

BOTOX® Cosmetic can smooth moderate to severe frown lines between your brows for up to 4 months.

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