Family Friendly & Specialty Dentists in London, UK
Porcelain veneers are a popular cosmetic dental procedure that can dramatically improve the appearance of your smile. However, many patients need to be made aware of the costs associated with this procedure.
This article will provide a comprehensive overview of the costs of porcelain veneers in London and explain what you can expect to pay for this life-changing procedure.
Porcelain veneers are thin shells of ceramic material that are custom-made to fit over the front surface of your teeth. They cover up cracks, chips, stains, and other cosmetic imperfections and give you a bright, white, and flawless smile.
The cost of porcelain veneers in London can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the number of veneers you need, the experience of your dentist, and the type of veneers you choose. On average, you can expect to pay between £1,000 and £2,500 per veneer.
Several factors can impact the cost of porcelain veneers in London, including:
The cost of porcelain veneers in London typically includes the following:
Here are some tips for finding the best porcelain veneers in London:
Porcelain veneers can be a life-changing cosmetic dental procedure, but it is essential to understand the costs associated with this procedure. By taking the time to research the prices of porcelain veneers in London, you can make an informed decision about whether this procedure is correct for you.
London Dental Specialists is proud to offer high-quality, innovative, and convenient dental treatments at a fair price. Please fill in the form if you are considering porcelain veneers in London. We would be happy to schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and help you achieve the smile of your dreams.
There are six stages in the successful treatment of periodontitis:
Daily oral hygiene techniques aim to drastically reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth thereby resolve the periodontitis. Our Specialist periodontist will first explain the root cause of periodontitis and then provide clear instructions on keeping your teeth and gums clean. The Specialist will advise you on using different oral hygiene tools and techniques: It is important to emphasise that cooperating with good home oral hygiene habits is essential for a successful treatment outcome.
All bacterial deposits (plaque and calculus) are mechanically removed from all areas of the teeth, and the teeth are then polished. The exposed roots are treated with fluoride. If necessary, our dental hygienist will also remove all bacterial deposits and calculus from the deeper root surfaces and gum pockets. For patients with advanced periodontitis, numerous appointments for teeth cleaning are necessary.
In some rare cases, azithromycin OR amoxycillin are required to augment the results of deep cleaning. This is particularly true in patients under the age of 36.
After 2 - 3 months, the periodontist will carry a complete assessment of your gums to check the progress of your treatment. A particular instrument called a periodontal probe is used to record the depth of any periodontal pockets, and you will be given a score if there is bleeding from the gums. If periodontal pockets are deeper than 4mm, further treatment options may be necessary, including pocket reduction surgery.
Pocket reduction surgery is performed in cases of advanced periodontitis, where the deep pockets are not 4mm or less after deep cleaning.
The areas that need surgery are usually inaccessible to brushes and floss, so the inflammation will remain there as long as bacteria can colonise them.
Guided tissue regeneration surgery is another commonly used approach in treating persistently deep periodontal pockets after initial deep cleaning therapy. This involves using either proteins or bone-replacement grafts and membranes to reconstruct bone that has been lost because of periodontitis.
The gums are then sutured back into place to fit nicely around the teeth, and the sutures are usually left in place for one to two weeks before they are removed.
Two factors which affect the long-term success:
We cannot stress that successful periodontal treatment requires your complete adherence to our daily oral-hygiene advice and attendance at regular follow-up appointments. If you have avoided us for a while… please book a check-up. It is so essential as once you have gum disease, you will need constant support.
Several symptoms can indicate that you are suffering from gum disease. The most common symptoms are bleeding gums, losing teeth, and becoming longer.
Your gums should not bleed and should always look pink. If they start to look red, swollen or if they are bleeding – when you bite into food and when you brush your teeth (even gently), there is a good chance you have some form of gum disease. Occasionally, the bleeding is actually spontaneous without a stimulus.
If your teeth start to become "wobbly", it's a sign that gum disease is destroying the bone and gums that support them and usually, this is a sign of advanced gum disease. As teeth become loose, they can drift apart, and ugly dark triangles appear between them. These are symptoms of periodontitis. Treatment is required to prevent further damage. If gum disease is left untreated, loose teeth can become lost teeth. Treatment is necessary to prevent further damage.
Another sign of gum disease is that you notice gum recession which makes you look "Long in the tooth". Receding gums is a very common sign of gum disease.
Symptoms such as swollen gums red and bleeding gums indicate that you have gingivitis. Bleeding gums (especially if they bleed easily or spontaneously), receding gums, wobbly teeth, and bad breath suggests that you may have the more severe form of gum disease known as periodontitis. But note that other factors can cause bad breath and receding gums.
Patient testimonial: Priyal's story of how shocked she was that she had gum disease.
In all cases, if you have any of these symptoms, make an appointment to see us as soon as possible. Periodontists specialise in treating gum diseases and will therefore be able to look after you. Please complete the form below.
A recent study concluded that 27% of women and 22% of men are worried about dental procedures and possible pain in the UK – as you can see, it's not uncommon, particularly when undergoing extensive treatments such as dental implant treatment.
Does the thought of having your teeth checked fill your entire body with fear?
It is not so strange that many people would endure the agony of a sore tooth rather than stepping foot in dental surgery. These people are not alone. Many people are so worried about going to the dentist that they prefer not to have any treatment at all! Which is not so great for long-term health.
We carry out treatment under intravenous sedation at London Dental Specialists because your welfare and comfort is a massive priority and offer a considerate approach that helps many patients overcome their anxiety.
Mrs Doyle was an extremely nervous patient. This two-minute film is her recollection of the implant surgery under IV sedation at London Dental Specialists.
Watch Mrs Doyle's testimonial and complete the form below if you would like some further information.
There is now very good evidence from around the world that diabetes can affect your gums and cause gum disease (periodontitis).
If your diabetes is well controlled (HbA1c between 6.5- 7% or lower), then you are like every other non-diabetic patient i.e. your risk of gum disease is normal.
But if your diabetes is poorly controlled (HbA1c >10%) then your risk of developing gum disease (which is a leading cause of tooth loss) is massively increased. This is because patients with uncontrolled diabetes get more severe gum disease compared with non-diabetics. There is also very good evidence to show that the presence of severe gum disease makes is much more difficult to control your blood sugar i.e. the gum disease and diabetes make each other worse!
I am confident that we can help you break the cycle of uncontrolled gum disease (periodontitis) and diabetes.
Please complete the form below to receive a full personalised analysis of your gums and diabetic blood results.
The short answer is no. You cannot because tooth whitening products do not work on dental implant crowns. You can only whiten your own natural teeth because the available tooth whitening products only work on natural teeth.
If you are planning to do some tooth whitening while undergoing dental implant treatment, it is important that the tooth whitening stage is carried out before the final dental implant crown is being made, so the dental technician will be able to match the new tooth colour to the whitened colour of surrounding teeth. If you are doing a course of tooth whitening, it is advised to wait 2 weeks after finishing the course of treatment for the new shade to settle before choosing the final colour of your new dental implant crown.The dental implant crown's colour can be carefully selected by your treating dentist and the dental technician to match the neighbouring teeth from all aspects, including the shape and colour. This is to ensure that the new dental crown does not only look cosmetically pleasing but fulfils its functional purpose as well.
Carefully planned dental implant crowns can ensure that your smile is being taken care of as well as your bite.
If you would like to make sure that all the above is being considered when receiving dental implant treatment and tooth whitening then please complete the form below and one of the team will contact you promptly.
If, like most people, you are partial to a cup of tea or coffee, especially now that you are working from home more, you may have noticed tooth discolouration. This can usually be easily remedied by regular hygiene appointments to keep the stains at bay.
These are common teeth staining agents:
Once the stains are embedded on your teeth, it is not possible to remove them safely yourself at home, not even by brushing more. In fact, brushing too hard will irreversibly damage your teeth and gums. To remove the stains, you can book an appointment with a dental hygienist who can use a range of methods to effectively and most importantly, safely remove them. You may be recommended to have an air-polish treatment which involves using a polishing power to remove the stains. This is the best method of stain removal on the market.
This depends entirely on what is causing your teeth to stain. You can avoid the items in the list above. If you are unsure why your teeth are becoming stained please complete the form below.
Professional teeth whitening is the safest and most predictable way to get a whiter, brighter smile. This treatment must be carried out by a registered dental professional. It may be confusing seeing so many products available in the shops. Every brand of toothpaste has its own whitening line, with some having multiple products within the same brand. It’s no wonder people get overwhelmed and try out so many different products and are disappointed by the results. To save yourself time and money trying out new toothpastes, look no further because the only way to achieve your dream is by professional teeth whitening.
Teeth whitening (done by a dental professional) does not weaken your teeth or damage your enamel. In fact, it is far safer to have your teeth professionally whitened than using a whitening toothpaste (which does not whiten teeth anyway!). These whitening toothpastes/products tend to be very abrasive and can cause wear on your enamel if used over a long period of time.
Like many things in life, if you want great results then there is no ‘quick fix’. There are many different professional teeth whitening systems on the market and depending on your needs, your dentist or hygienist can talk you through the different options. With all the systems available, you will need to have custom fitting whitening trays made which will allow you to safely whiten your teeth at home over a period of time. Please watch this video for more details.
Professional tooth whitening costs approximately £450-£650 in London. This is incredible value when compared with the amount of money wasted on shop bought products. Once the custom-made trays have been made for you, they are yours to keep. This means that future whitening ‘top ups’ (£20 per top up) involve you purchasing only the gel. It’s that simple.
If you would like a brighter, whiter smile please complete the form below.
This is a question I am asked frequently and the answer to the question depends entirely on your dental needs. There are so many toothpastes on the market, it’s no surprise that there is some confusion when putting one into your shopping basket. Toothpastes do multiple things and I am going to discuss each one below:
Fluoride is the most important ingredient in toothpaste. It is safe and helps protect your teeth from becoming decayed and needing fillings. It does this by mixing in with your saliva and offering protection even after tooth brushing. The toothpaste brand is irrelevant i.e. a toothpaste that costs 50p can be equally as effective as one that costs £10 as long as it has 1400ppm fluoride in it. Please check the ingredients list for this information.
If you suffer from sensitivity, it is important that you use a toothpaste which is targeted for this dental issue. There are many different brands that offer a sensitivity range and there isn’t one that is better than the other. It can take some trial and error to find the brand and type of toothpaste that is right for you. Please ensure that it contains 1400ppm fluoride (see the ingredients panel). A prescription only toothpaste (2800ppm fluoride) is highly effective at dealing with sensitivity.
No toothpaste will cure your gum disease. The only gum disease ‘cure’ is manual removal of the bacterial plaque using your toothbrush and cleaning in-between your teeth. The type of toothpaste will not impact your gum disease.
After brushing we now recommend that you do not rinse with water or mouthwash. That’s right! This is because rinsing will wash off the fluoride that you have just placed on your teeth. Rinsing after brushing is like washing your face after you have already moisturised. So, skip that step and let your toothpaste do what it is supposed to do!
You may be surprised to learn that the vast majority of them do not work. The scientific evidence is very clear that the toothpastes sold in the UK and the EU cannot whiten your teeth because they are banned from having enough of the active ingredient. It is really important that you do not use a whitening toothpaste that will damage your enamel because it is too abrasive
The team here at London Dental Specialists will be very happy to talk to you if you would like more information. Please complete the form below.
This is a question that I (as your periodontist) get on a daily and sometimes hourly basis.
Flossing is an essential part of your daily cleaning routine because toothbrushing alone only cleans 50% of the tooth surface. Interdental cleaning with brushes (rather than floss) is far more effective and efficient compared with floss. These amazing little brushes have been proven to remove more of the harmful bacteria than conventional floss. That is because these brushes come in a range of sizes to suit all spaces and have bristles on the end which help remove more plaque. A bonus is that they are less fiddly to use than floss!
Tooth brushing alone will not remove the harmful bacteria (plaque) that form in-between the teeth. If these bacteria are not removed daily, they will sit there and cause the gums in that area to become inflamed and will bleed. This inflammation will become gum disease which is a leading cause of tooth loss.
Your hygienist will be able to size up the spaces in-between your teeth so that you are using the correct size brush. This is extremely important because using a brush which is too small will result in you not getting the right results for the excellent efforts you are making.
The team here at London Dental Specialists will be able to find your interdental brush size and show you how to use them so that you can clean in-between as well as we can! Please complete the form below.
