Do I have to change my diet during my orthodontic treatment?
Not really but avoid chewing ice cubes, and eating very hard foods such as nougat and pork crackling. It is also a good idea to reduce sweet, sticky, sugary foods. Oral hygiene does have to be good during orthodontic treatment, therefore we at The Courtyard Clinic recommend regular visits with Marie our hygienist.
Will my teeth move after orthodontic treatment?
Yes, unless proper retainers are fitted and worn as we advise. Retainers can be removable or fixed in….Full advice is given on this at the start of treatment. At The Courtyard Clinic our courses of treatment include retainers at no extra charge.
What are Composite fillings?
Don’t you find sometimes when you go to your dentist you just don’t know what they are talking about. Mrs. Jones we are going to put a “composite filling” on this tooth. What is a composite filling? Well let me try and explain. As long as I can remember there has been various types of […]
What is an implant?
Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. Loose dentures or embarrassing gaps in your smile can become a thing of the past. Everyone deserves a beautiful smile. Each implant is placed into a socket at the precise location of the intended new tooth, and then a crown is placed on the implant. It […]
My biggest concern is cost, do you have any finance options?
Finance packages available. We can arrange 0% interest free credit over six or twelve months and low interest options in association with Hitachi Capital finance to offer an affordable solution. Easy to manage monthly repayments. Think of it as dentistry in ‘bite size portions’ hassle free and easy to apply for.
Whitening and sensitivity
A friend has told me that although she is really pleased with the results of her whitening, she did suffer from some sensitivity. Is this normal and how could it be prevented? It isn’t unusual that some patients suffer with a little sensitivity after their whitening proceedure. Don’t worry it doesn’t last and there are […]
I’m a nervous patient, can you help?
Our considerable experience in treating anxious or phobic patients means we fully understand what a big step coming to the dentist can be for some people. We can offer the latest intravenous sedation techniques designed to help you relax whilst still being aware of what is going on….. as well as treatment with Tender Loving […]
