Keeping Up That Smile!

The more extensive and sophisticated forms of dental treatment that are available such as dental implants will probably seem obvious to you if they are required. And they will be quite necessary, too, as they will improve the overall standard of your dental health. However, there are other types of treatment that can be opted for which bring you benefits to your teeth that are perhaps not as crucial but still highly important. The kind of benefits we’re referring to here are those ones that don’t necessarily have a large and immediately practical impact on the effectiveness of your teeth, but that elevate the general health and visual charm of your teeth.

In addition, these enhancements will contribute to better dental health even though the scale of the work done may seem relatively minor. To give yourself the best chance of ensuring that the effect of these changes last, it is recommended that you take daily steps towards maintaining the health and standard of your teeth. Making sure that you keep-up an efficient regular dental hygiene routine is always a good idea anyway, so read-on now to discover more about how you can treat your teeth with care and keep your smile looking great.

MSC Hygienist Treatment

When it comes to improving the all-round health of your teeth, our hygienist treatment is hard-to-fault. Here at MSC, the hygienist treatment we offer provides you with a professional clean. Having a professional clean from one of the highly-skilled members of the Midlands Smile Centres team means your teeth and gums will have help in staying free from potential dental problems such as tooth wear, tooth decay and gum disease. Though many of us try to keep our teeth as clean as possible by brushing on a day-to-day basis and by using mouthwash, it is still possible to not quite achieve a completely thorough clean. Due to this, a visit to the hygienist can be really useful. 

         

MSC hygienist treatment involves the implementation of a process that is commonly termed a ‘scale and polish’. Our dental hygienists will provide this process as well as employing a number of treatments in order to improve your oral health.  They will work to help your teeth and gums stay protected and can actually make your teeth look whiter.

Additionally, the MSC hygienist advises patients as to the best methods of guarding the teeth against plaque and decay as well as informing them about suitable approaches to diet. 

Our hygienists are committed to providing you with a patient-centred service that meets your needs whilst also ensuring that you, as our patient are treated in the respectful manner that you would expect.

Further Dental Care

Keeping your teeth at their best does not depend solely on the work of an MSC hygienist, however. There are various ways in which you can take care of your teeth in your home in addition to the brushing that you should aim to do regularly. There are ways to enhance your brushing routine indicated here as well.

Doing what you can to keep-up your levels of dental hygiene will contribute to your teeth staying at the same clean and white standard that they will be in following your visit to the dental hygienist at MSC.

These daily dental hygiene methods include flossing, using the right toothpaste and the use of mouthwash.

       

Flossing: Research the kinds of floss available and you will discover waxed, unwaxed and mint floss, and even small floss sticks that are very easy to use. The act of flossing on the whole is something that is very much recommended as it enables you to remove particles of food trapped between the teeth that can gradually cause you problems if allowed to remain stuck there.

  

The Right Toothpaste: In general, you will find toothpaste in one of five different types- teeth whitening toothpaste, sensitive teeth toothpaste, smoker’s toothpaste, herbal toothpaste and children’s toothpaste. Take some time to look into what is best for you and make it a part of your dental hygiene routine. Just ensure that your toothpaste contains fluoride, for maximum cleaning effect.

Mouthwash: There are generally three kinds of mouthwash-  fluoride rinse mouthwash, alcohol mouthwash and alcohol-free mouthwash. There are also different brands of mouthwash with each brand offering a variety of mouthwash types that boast disparate features such as teeth whitening and fresher breath. Mouthwash is a sensible part of your daily dental routine due to the fact that it lessens the risk of tooth decay and helps to dislodge any remaining food pieces stuck between the teeth.              

Midlands Smile Centres

Midlands Smile Centres boast numerous practices around the city of Birmingham and are staffed by a team of exceptionally skilled and highly experienced dentists. Always ensuring that the patient’s needs are put first, MSC offer a selection of treatments such as orthodontics, dental implants, tooth whitening and even facial aesthetics, all at reasonable prices. So, whatever it is that you feel that your smile needs, Midlands Smile Centres are the people to go to.   

Get in touch with MSC now to find-out what we can do for you!!

10 Dental Services for a Perfect Smile

The desire for perfection is one that many people share around the world. For different people, this can mean the ‘perfect body’, the ‘perfect style’ and even the ‘perfect smile’. This ‘perfect’ look is specific to each person and does not mean there is one idea of perfection.

Getting the smile, you’ve always wanted can be a hard task to achieve and will often require the help of a professional. This doesn’t mean however that it is an impossible task, in fact it’s quite the opposite. With the correct guidance and help the smile you’ve been after could be only a matter of time away.

To help you on your way and to open your eyes to what’s out there, here are 10 services that are available to you at your Local MSC.

Veneers

Veneers are a great way of correcting and hiding an imperfection in your teeth. The treatment involves a small porcelain veneer being placed over the required area. Then this is shaped to give the desired look. To ensure that this offers the patient exactly what they are looking for, the veneer is also coloured to match the ordinary teeth in your jaw to give a more natural look. A veneer can be used to hide gaps in the teeth or as a way to hide small chips in the tooth that may be visible.

White Fillings

For many people, a filling is something that they have had or at some point in the future will experience. What some people don’t know however, is that white fillings provide a more aesthetically pleasing look, as well as helping to look after and protect your teeth from further damage or decay. This, for many, is an approach which offers discreet yet effective results for both dental health and dental appearance.

Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry covers a much wider bracket in the dentistry field. People generally consider this as a form of treatment for the elderly generation, however, with many people performing detrimental activities such as smoking, drinking alcohol or consuming an abundance of sugar, this has become a much more likely form of treatment for all ages. Restorative dentistry includes; bridges, crowns and dentures, as well as a whole host of others. These treatments are able to fill gaps in your teeth, returning your full smile.

Airflow

Airflow is a very popular form of teeth whitening, which has been used by dentists for years as an effective way to not only whiten, but also clean teeth. The process of airflow involves pressurised water, sodium and air being shot towards your teeth in order to lift off stains. Imagine it’s a car jet wash but scaled down for your teeth. It is a painless process which often produces great results, helping to remove plaque and stains from teeth, leaving the patient with a whiter smile. For someone looking to whiten their smile, this could be the ideal service for you.

Gold Services

Gold Services are often a unique form of treatment and not for everyone. As I’m sure you may have already worked out, our gold services include any dental treatment that involves using gold instead of using the generic material for that treatment. This can range from a gold filling all the way to an entire set of gold teeth. This is often popular with the younger generation and has become quite fashionable. There are also some benefits to using gold including its strength and its ability to almost never corrode. This does, however, make it quite expensive.

Dental Implants

A dental implant is probably one of the UK’s most common dental treatments. It has been part of dentistry for years and is not only able to fill the gap in your smile but to restore functionality to your jaw and mouth. Midlands Smile Centres are lucky enough to have a team with years of experience in this field and can offer a service, which time and time again, has provided the people of Birmingham with a full, confident smile.

  

Orthodontics

The range of orthodontic treatments is vast, and each treatment has a number of pros and cons which ultimately decide which service is best for you. In more recent years the development in Invisalign braces has drastically improved. This means patients can now get the smile they have always desired without the uncomfortable feel and unappealing look that traditional braces may offer. However, there are a few more options that may also work well for you, lingual braces and Six Month Smiles also offer a similar benefit to Invisalign including its ability to be hard to see it with the naked eye.

Hygienist Treatment

It’s all well and good having a nice smile but keeping it in tip-top condition can be harder then it may seem. Attending regular dental hygienist appointments will often help to keep your teeth in best possible condition. While at an appointment you can also find out the latest and greatest ways to look after your teeth at home. Dental hygienist appointments are available at all Midlands Smile Centres practices.

Tooth Whitening

Tooth whitening is a very popular and sort after form of cosmetic treatment. It offers a patient a nice white smile. There are several forms of tooth whitening, including Pola whitening and Enlighten whitening. Both forms of whitening involve a take-home kit, which includes a mouth tray and gel. When worn, this helps to remove stains from your teeth, providing a bright, white smile. If you’re interested in having a whiter smile, talk to your dentist to find out the best form of treatment for you.

Inlays

If you have a large cavity with a healthy surrounding tooth, Midlands Smile Centres can provide Inlays or Onlays. Onlays can replace the cusp of a tooth which helps to sustain the shape of the tooth, while Inlays, which are usually made with tooth-coloured porcelain, are inserted into the hole in the tooth. This can help to provide a more natural looking smile to the recipient.

Midlands Smile Centres

Midlands Smile Centres offer a huge range of services which could be just what you need in order to find the smile of your dreams. Our highly trained dentists, hygienists and orthodontists offer years of experience and can provide a service which is right for you. The first step is getting in touch, to book a consultation.

Your local MSC could change your smile for the better, so get in touch today and begin your journey to the smile you’ve always desired.