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If you are
unhappy with the appearance of your teeth there are numerous
ways in which our Hampstead dentists can improve them.
For example, we can apply veneers to reduce or close gaps between
teeth. This is a simple procedure that involves a thin layer
of porcelain being bonded to the front surface of the tooth.
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which can be used to improve a tooth's aesthetic appearance.
The natural tooth is contoured slightly so that the crown
can fit snugly on top. All our crowns are crafted by highly
skilled technicians and are therefore the same colour
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| If you have a missing tooth
or teeth, our dentists can give you a bridge, where a
'false' tooth is supported on either side by your existing
teeth. Alternatively, an implant can be placed (see implant
section). We believe that everyone should be able to smile
confidently and we have a team of experts who will work
with you to ensure you have plenty to smile about. |
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Whitening - Improve
your smile and your confidence |
Upper:
bleached teeth, amazing white
Lower: normal stained teeth
Our Hampstead dentists provide in-surgery bleaching to
whiten your teeth. Brighten your smile today and feel
confident about your teeth! |
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Perfect white teeth are no longer a luxury
of the rich and famous. Discoloured teeth can be caused
by any number of factors and in most cases can be removed
or reduced through the use of tooth whitening gels. We
have a choice of treatments available some of which we
carry out in the surgery, some of which you do at home.
Treatment involves applying a whitening solution to your
teeth which we then 'cure' with a special light. The treatment
is completely painless and there's no need for anaesthesia
of any kind. The treatment takes about an hour, after
which your teeth will immediately be whiter.
Treatment at home is equally simple and pain-free. An
impression is taken of your upper and lower teeth from
which a tray for each is made. The tray is then filled
with gel and placed in the mouth. The length of time you
wear the trays and the duration of treatment will depend
on your individual requirements, though most people will
wear them for at least four hours on five consecutive
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A tooth that has become decayed will generally need to be filled,
once the decay has been removed, to prevent further damage.
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white ('composite') fillings in most instances to fill
a previously decayed tooth. We can also remove any unsightly
silver ('amalgam') fillings that are visible and replace
them with a composite. A white filling can also be used
in some circumstances to repair chipped teeth. Our team
of Hampstead dentists will be happy to advise on the suitability
of such treatment. |
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Online
Leaflets
If you want general information on a condition
or treatment, go to the British
Dental Health Foundation's web site where they have
over 40 online leaflets.
Online Resource:
Want to find out about dental treatment? Want to
know how to look after your teeth better? Visit the new
BDA
Smile web site.
3D Education: Learn
about dental anatomy, conditions, treatments and
good oral health with the BDA's cutting edge 3D Educational
web site. |
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RP Dental
Practice
156a Haverstock Hill
Hampstead
North West London
NW3 2AT
Click Here for Map
tel: 020 7722
4405
fax: 020 7483 3603
Hampstead Surgery Hours
Mon to Fri 8.30am to 5.30pm
Sat by arrangement only |
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