Porcelain Veneers VS Composite Venees
You’ve probably heard a lot about ‘veneers’ and how they are great for a smile makeover or correcting cosmetic discrepancies. That’s true! But it’s important to understand your options before diving in. There are two main types of veneers; Composite and Porcelain. Deciding which is best for you can be hard without a direct comparison […]
Start 2022 with the perfect smile
Start 2022 With The Perfect Smile – The Courtyard Clinic It’s been said that some of the first things you notice about a person are their teeth and smile. This is why it’s so important to so many of us to have a perfect smile that we can be proud of. We know how […]
Airflow Dental Hygiene at The Courtyard Clinic
We are excited to announce a new treatment at The Courtyard Clinic. Introducing our new Airflow Dental Hygiene solution from swiss-made EMS! So what is Airflow Dental Hygiene? Airflow cleanses the teeth and gums using air, powder and a warm stream of water. This results in a comfortable, pain free treatment to give a […]
How Important are Healthy Gums?
What Do Your Gums Do? Your gums are a major part of your mouth’s structure, and although they do not have the same function as teeth, they protect your teeth and help prevent diseases developing. Your teeth are supported by your gums, which are a soft skin that covers the bones of your mouth. This […]
What is CEREC? A Simple Guide.
Advances in modern dentistry have made treatments easier, more convenient and less painful than ever before. Here at The Courtyard Clinic, CEREC is still one of our favourite treatments. This short guide is going to outline what CEREC is, when it is used as well as its advantages. Read on to find out more… […]
5 Ways To Help Your Dermal Filler Last Longer
Whilst lip filler (and other types of filler) might appear to have been popularised almost overnight, lip fillers have actually been around since the early 19th century. Historians have found that injectable fillers (made of fat) were actually used to help treat the facial deformities of patients with tuberculosis, over 200 years ago. There is […]
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
According to the NHS, wisdom tooth removal is one of the most common surgical procedures carried out in the UK. But, what are wisdom teeth and why do people need to have them removed? Read the rest of this short blog to find out… What Are Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth (or the third molars) […]
Invisalign vs Braces – The Pros and The Cons
So, you’ve decided that you’d like to straighten your teeth. However, you’re not sure what might be the best option for you. Whilst your dentist is ultimately the best person to guide you with this decision, it’s always good to weigh up your different options. This post is going to be a guide to all […]
5 Foods and Drinks That Cause Teeth Staining
Our teeth gradually become more yellow over our lifetime. This is because our enamel wears away, making the yellow dentin that is underneath more visible. Whilst this is often unavoidable and just a part of getting older, there are things we can do to avoid our teeth becoming yellower ahead of time. Besides stopping smoking, […]
How To Stop Tooth Sensitivity
Do you find when you drink a hot drink, or eat very cold foods (such as ice-cream) that you wince or get pain in your teeth? This is fairly common and is due to teeth sensitivity. It’s not just temperature that can cause this reaction, these pains can also occur when eating something sour or […]
