Composite vs Porcelain Veneers: Which Is Right for You?
If you are considering veneers, one of the first decisions you will face is the choice between composite and porcelain. Both can produce excellent results but they suit different situations, budgets and priorities. Composite veneers are made from the same tooth-coloured resin material used for white fillings. Your dentist applies and sculpts the material directly […]
What Are Dental Veneers? Cost, Types, and What to Expect
Dental veneers are one of the most effective ways to change the appearance of your smile and one of the treatments patients most frequently ask us about. A veneer is a thin shell of material, usually porcelain or composite resin, bonded to the front surface of a tooth to improve its colour, shape, size or […]
Is Teeth Whitening Safe? What You Need to Know Before Treatment
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments and one of the most searched for online. With so many products and services on the market it is understandable that patients want to know whether it is actually safe. In the United Kingdom, tooth whitening using products containing more than 0.1% hydrogen peroxide […]
Is Flossing Really Necessary? What Dentists Actually Say
Flossing has a somewhat mixed reputation. Some people do it religiously and many others have quietly decided it is optional. So what do dentists actually think? The answer is yes, flossing or an equivalent form of interdental cleaning genuinely matters. Not to make your routine more complicated, but because a toothbrush simply cannot reach the […]