Rachel had lost 3 teeth in the lower jaw which for years has affected her smile, chewing and confidence. She is very happy with her same day implant bridge which has already helped make her feel better about her smile and confidence
Archive for the ‘Cosmetic’ Category
Monday, May 3rd, 2010
Monday, May 3rd, 2010
Another happy patient overcomes her anxiety of dental treatment and is happy with the experience and her treatment at Parrock Street Dental Care
Monday, April 12th, 2010
Roger was very unhappy with his smile. He had very discoloured uneven teeth which prevented him smiling. Instead he would close his lips in photos and put on a false smile. Now after a new smile at Parrock Street Dental Care in Gravesend, Kent, with porcelain veneers and crowns he just can’t stop smiling!
Monday, April 12th, 2010
Pearl had a crown that had failed and needed replacing. She wanted the tooth replaced with the best option and we agreed she was suitable for an immediate implant. In one visit after careful planning the tooth was removed and an implant placed in the socket at the same time. As you can hear from pearl the procedure was very routine, done in under 1 hour and with no pain at all.
“I would recomment a dental implant at this surgery to anyone who needs a tooth replaced!”
Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
Carina attended our practice petrified and sweating. She had a very bad experience previously. She was experiencing lots of pain and discomfort from one of her teeth and also wanted to improved the health and appearance of her smile in general as she had not attended a dental practice for many years. After treatment she has regained her confidence in dentists and dental treatment and become a raving fan of Parrock Street Dental Care/ Kent Cosmetic Dentists.
Sunday, March 14th, 2010
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It’s Sunday evening and i have just given him a courtesy call to check all is healing well. He picked up the phone in good spirits saying everything is great and he had not needed any analgesics since yesterday, one day after surgery!
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- Cliff Before-Front view
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- Cliff Before-Side View
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- Cliff-After Same Day Fixed teeth
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- Cliff smiles after same day fixed teeth
It’s Sunday evening and i have just given him a courtesy call to check all is healing well. He picked up the phone in good spirits saying everything is great and he had not needed any analgesics since yesterday, one day after surgery!
This is the ideal treatment for people with failing or missing teeth! Same Day Fixed Teeth…..if this applies to you,ask us how?
Dr Rik Trivedi
Cliff had advanced gum disease causing extensive loosening of all his remaining top teeth and a poor appearance. His job involved sales presentations. He was extremely nervous and had not been to the dentist for years. The tipping point to attending for an appointment came when one of his upper front teeth just fell out. After careful planning with a Ct scan we agreed to remove all the top teeth, place 6 implants and definitive posts to hold a fixed bridge. He is over the moon with the appearance and overall result. He talks to us just 2 days after treatment at a review appointment.
Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
What is finance and what are the benefits of it?
Finance is an option available to patients where they can obtain a credit amount for the full amount of your investment in your dental care and that is paid back in monthly instalments to the finance company.
Who is eligible?
Just about anyone over the age of 18. You don’t have to belong to a private dental plan and you don’t have to be a regular patient at Parrock Street Dental Care.
What can I use the loan for?
You can use the loan to pay for most dental work, but its particularly suited to more costly private treatments, such as dental implants, orthodontics, aesthtic or cosmetic work. If you’re not sure whether it’s right for treatment than please speak to your dentists or our lovely receptionists who will be happy to help you.
How much can i borrow?
Typically between £500 and £25,000 depending on the course of treatment. This will be subject to an ‘on-the-spot’ credit check. Most patients’ applications are approved there and then, so you can go ahead and schedule treatment immediately.
How do i repay the loan?
Much like any other loan, you repay it in affordable monthly payments over an agreed term. These payments are collected by Direct Debit.
How much will I pay?
You pay the cost of your treatment- no more and no less. Interest-free means just that. However there are many different options that allow you to pay back over an even longer period of time that does have a low interest rate. You can choose whatever option best suits you.
What are the repayment terms?
Your dentist or dental team member will be able to go through the various terms with you and agree the most suitable repayment period.
How do I apply?
Once you’ve agreed on a course of treatment- and a cost- with your dentist, medenta will make a credit application on your behalf. As soon as the credit check is complete and loan processed, you’ll receive written confirmation from the credit provider. Simple as that!
If you would like any further information than please phone 01474 537191 to speak to one of our reception team members.
Wednesday, January 20th, 2010
The following testimonial is from a patient who suffered from advanced gum disease. He had already lost a lot of his upper teeth as a result and the remaining teeth had become very loose and moved such that they gave a very unpleasant appearance. The patient was also wearing an upper denture which made the gums and teeth even more unhealthy. He had gum (periodontal) treatment carried out on the remaining healthy lower teeth to keep them healthy. He needed all the upper teeth and lower front teeth removed and replaced. We agreed to provide the best alternative to natural teeth when teeth are missing. Fixed ,strong, beautiful Dental implants. Several implants were placed in the upper jaw and lower front area and once healed, restored with bridges attached to them. This gave the patient his teeth back which not only enables him to enjoy all his favourite foods but also gives him a beautiful, healthy smile. No one knows they are not his natural teeth.
You can see the smile transformation photos in the smile gallery (top row, second photo from the left).
His testimonial follows:
“My previous dentist failed despite regular attendance to properly treat and maintain my teeth, therefore as a consequence I have had major work prescribed and carried out at Parrock Street Dental Care. Whilst having my treatment I felt that it was a complete u-turn to my previous dentist, in comparison Rik provided a very professional, personal and caring approach to my treatment. I have continued coming to this practice as I know I will receive professional progressive and leading edge treatment.
I feel very confident and assured by the treatment I continue to receive, Parrock Street Dental Care has transformed my attitude towards dentists and dentistry- TRY IT- YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!” (Mr. I.J. )
Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
Chris has just had a smile makeover after years of disliking his teeth. Read his written testimonial below
“Previously I have had pretty bad experiences within dentistry with my previous dentists, i was pretty scared of having dental treatment- on a scale of 1-10 10 being the most petrified i was around 7-8.
Once i came to Parrock Street Dental Care, my view on dentistry changed, Rik is absolutely brilliant- there is no comparison. I was made to feel very calm and very informed which gave me a feeling of total trust. The dental treatment that i invested in has made me feel like a different person, i am SO confident now, i can’t stop smiling. My advise to any patients who are anxious/nervous is that you have nothing at all to worry about. I have never been treated so well”
Monday, September 14th, 2009
Your dentist has given you a whitening kit to take home with you together with your whitening trays. It is essential that you follow the instructions given by your dentist and the manufacturers’ instructions in wearing the trays and applying the whitening agent.
This advice sheet has been produced with the help of CODE.
How long Should I wear the trays for?
This depends on the amount of lightening that you desire and the original shade of the teeth. If your teeth are quite dark or very yellow/ grey/ tetracycline stained it will take longer to bleach the teeth. If you are not experiencing any sensitivity you may wear the trays for at least 1 – 2 hours and even sleep with the trays in your mouth. It is very important to remove all the excess material around the gums or the palate prior to sleeping with the trays.
The darker your teeth, the longer they will take to get lighter. Tetracycline stained teeth can take from 6 months to one year to reach the desired colour. Some teeth can whiten after one month.
If you cannot wear the trays for a few days because of your hectic schedule, it does not matter. Whiten your teeth according to your own schedule. Some people put the trays in after dinner and wear them for the first hour while watching TV or doing the dishes. Then if everything is fine they replenish the trays and sleep with them in the mouth.
What do I do if I have any sensitivity?
Sensitivity of teeth is the most common side effect of home whitening. In fact many patients suffer from sensitive teeth anyway. This occurs usually around the necks of the teeth where the gums have receded. If you are experiencing any sensitivity you should stop whitening your teeth for 3-4 days. If the teeth become ultra sensitive you can place a sensitive toothpaste into the whitening trays for an hour a day. Alternatively you can rub the sensitising toothpaste into the gum margins with your finger 5 times per day for a few days. If you are at all concerned, please call your dentist.
How will my teeth feel?
Normally the teeth feel very clean after the whitening procedure. The whitening materials also have an indirect effect on the gums of improving their health. This is how the technique was invented as it was first used to treat the gum irritation caused by orthodontic treatment.
What about my smile?
If you have white fillings in the front teeth that match the existing shade of your teeth before whitening your teeth, they may not match the teeth afterwards. This is because your teeth can lighten, but the fillings do not lighten. When the desired colour has been achieved, the dentist can replace these fillings with a lighter shade of filling material to match the new shade of your teeth. Normally the dentist will wait until after the desired shade of lightening has been achieved before changing the fillings.
How long does the whitening last? Will I have to whiten my teeth again?
Normally the new white colour of your teeth keeps quite well. The effect is dependent on what has caused the teeth to discolour in the first place. If you drink coffee, red wine, cola drinks the effect may darken slightly. Some patients have a top up treatment after as and when they feel it is necessary. Some patients do not need to.
Does whitening harm the teeth or gums?
Safety studies have shown that whitening teeth using the dentist prescribed home whitening technique is perfectly safe on the teeth, cheeks, gum and tissue of the mouth. Whitening the teeth with the dentist prescribed kits is equivalent to drinking one soda drink. The whitening material has a neutral ph.
There are problems with the whitening kits that are purchased over the counter. Although they are inexpensive, they normally contain an acid rinse, which can damage the teeth or thin down the enamel of the teeth. This acid rinse can be extremely harmful to the teeth.
The technique of whitening is not for everybody. There are some situations where whitening teeth is contraindicated such as where the front teeth are already crowned or where there are very large fillings on the front teeth or where the teeth are already excessively worn and there is tooth surface loss. The most ideal situation is where the teeth are healthy and strong but have become more discoloured with age.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our care team on 01474 537191.
