The TePe Proximal brush comes in 7 sizes for cleaning different sized spaces. Click the brush open to insert the head and click down to secure. Insert the head from the inside surfaces or outside surface of the teeth. Use daily to remove plaque and food debris from between the teeth. The brush is particularly… Continue reading Proximal Brushing
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Resorption
Normal Development. Development showing resorption. Action of teeth under the gum. The tooth wears away the existing tooth. The existing tooth may be lost.
Anterior Crown
The tooth is prepared … … and an impression taken. A crown is made from the impression … … and fitted to the tooth.
Post Crown and Core build up
107 Teeth that have become severely compromised by decay, large fracture or big failed restorations often require full-coverage crowns to restore them to their original form and function. In cases where root canal therapy is needed. dentist must then evaluate whether there is enough structural integrity remaining to support a definitive crown by a core… Continue reading Post Crown and Core build up
Alamgam to Composite
Amalgam fillings in the lower jaw can often be seen when we talk or laugh. But amalgam fillings can also sometimes be seen in the upper jaw. These can be unsightly and can also discolour the tooth. Composite (White) fillings are available to improve this.
Compact Truft Brush
A Compact Tuft Brush or an end-tufted brush is a type of toothbrush used specifically for cleaning along the gumline adjacent to the teeth. The bristles are usually shaped in a pointed arrow pattern to allow closer adaptation to the gums. An end-tufted brush is ideal for cleaning specific difficult-to-reach areas, such as between crowns,… Continue reading Compact Truft Brush
Fibre Post with net
[SWF]http://www.angelsmile.co.uk/animations/288-fibre-post-with-net.swf, 300,225[/SWF] A large tooth may need to be root-treated and crowned. If there is insufficient tooth left to secure the crown … … the root canals can be filled with fibre bridge material. This is hardened with a bright light … … then placed back in position. The other root canals are filled in… Continue reading Fibre Post with net
Standard Taper
[SWF]http://www.angelsmile.co.uk/animations/317-standard-taper.swf, 300,225[/SWF] Sometimes a tooth needs a root treatment. This requires the exposure of the root system of the tooth … … then the removal of the nerves and material within the root. A special material is now available … … which is placed into the tooth roots. The material hardens and is then trimmed.… Continue reading Standard Taper
Gum Disease
Gingivitis (“inflammation of the gum tissue”) is a term used to describe non-destructive gum disease. The most common form of gingivitis is in response to bacterial plaque adherent to tooth surfaces, termed plaque-induced gingivitis, and is the most common form of periodontal disease. In the absence of treatment, gingivitis may progress to periodontitis, which is… Continue reading Gum Disease
Anti Snoring – Male
Normal airflow. The Soft Pallet relaxes and restricts the airflow … The Soft Pallet vibrates, causing the ‘snore’. The Epiglotis may also restrict the airflow … … and may even cause ‘Sleep Apnia’. The Silensor is introduced … … which when positioned and adjusted … … brings the lower soft tissue forward.