The Evolution of the Toothbrush

There has been an evolution of the toothbrush, most notably the variety of bristles and handle designs – and, of course, the electric toothbrush. All this is to help us clean teeth effectively and remove plaque. But that’s not all! You’ll also find toothbrushes with timers, LED lights, sounds to help guide brushing for proper […]

What Age Should My Child Have Orthodontic Braces?

There are a lot of misconceptions as to when children may start orthodontic treatment. The traditional approach has been that children should wait until they are 12 years old. Today, we know that crooked teeth can be a sign that the upper and lower jaw aren’t developing properly, which impacts a child’s facial and airway […]

Choosing the right 5-a-day for your children.

Here at The Courtyard Clinic we see a lot of lovely children and a lot of parents trying to look after their kids teeth the best that they can. Most of us believe that giving our children their 5-a-day of fruit and veg is in their best interest, providing them with good nutrition to provide […]

Prevention is better than the cure- Fissure sealants for children in Surrey

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends placing dental sealants on the first permanent molars (at around 6 years of age) and the second permanent molars (which come in around 12 years of age). Why? –Well, basically there are a lot of studies that say placing sealants help reduce the incidence of cavities. Does it […]

They are just baby teeth, why fix them?

If your child develops a cavity in a baby tooth the decay will slowly (and sometimes rapidly) get bigger and deeper. If the tooth is really close to falling out, we have the option of just leaving it alone. If it looks like it may be a while until it would normally fall out, we […]

patient testimonials March and April 2011

RE-cementing of a crown – Male –Age 5- from Harpenden My tooth dropped out this morning and I could not concentrate or smile or talk until it was sorted. I was working in the area and David saw me as an emergency patient, as I could not get to see my own dentist. David was […]

Patient Testimonials November 2010

Crown – Female – Age 54 – Lyne Today I had a crown fitted. Mt teeth are improving every time I visit the dentist. My dentist is fantastic, understanding and gives an honest opinion for treatment and she is sympathetic to nervous patients. Implant crown – Female – Age 60 – Sunningdale, Berkshire I’m really […]

General Dental Care, family from Sunningdale

Hi Yasmin, Alison and Sue  SUCH a pleasure knowing you all,  we feel like family and would love  if you are ever visiting the land of Oz that you would contact us!!  My email address that you have will stay the same.  Thanks so much for your professionalism,  and most of all your competence.  And […]

Patient Testimonials Sept 2010

Orthodontics – Female – Age 15 – Walton On Thames Today I had my braces taken off; my mouth feels much better without braces on. My dentist is nice. Hygiene – Female – Age 47 – Woking I saw the hygienist for the first time today. She was gentle and very professional. Now I think […]