Are you fed up with covering your mouth when you smile? Would you love to have whiter, more attractive teeth? If so cosmetic dentistry can help you achieve the look you’d really like. There are lots of different treatments that fall under this category, and it’s really down to you as to how much or how little you choose to improve your looks.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of our most popular treatments and is highly affordable. You need to have your teeth and gums thoroughly checked to make sure you are in good dental health. This is essential as otherwise you could make any dental health issues worse, and teeth whitening treatment could be uncomfortable. We like to use a custom-tray whitening system as this allows our patients plenty of control over the process. The teeth are whitened safely over a couple of weeks but you’ll begin to notice a difference within just a few days. This system is extremely safe provided you follow our instructions to the letter.

White Fillings and Dental Bonding

If you have older style amalgam fillings then it could be worth thinking about replacing them with composite resin fillings that are exactly matched to your natural tooth colour. These fillings are virtually indiscernible from natural teeth, and eliminate dark areas that can be caused by amalgam fillings. Composite resin can also be used to reshape the teeth, and to mend small cracks and chips creating a more aesthetically pleasing appearance while conserving as much healthy tooth material as possible.

Veneers and Crowns

Dental veneers are very thin pieces of porcelain that are custom-made to exactly fit over the front of your tooth and possibly the biting edges of your teeth. They are a relatively conservative cosmetic dental treatment as very little if anything needs to be removed from the tooth surfaces. Veneers can be used to reshape teeth, to lighten the colour, and to close or minimise gaps in between teeth.

Crowns are used to restore teeth that have been damaged due to decay or trauma, returning them to full function. Modern all-ceramic crowns create incredibly natural results due to the way the light is transmitted through the crown. These all-ceramic crowns are also the perfect restoration for dental implants.

If you are interested in having a bit of a smile makeover then it’s worth contacting Parrock Street Dental & Implant Centre for a free consultation. Our dental team can put together a treatment plan for you that will give you a custom designed smile. Contact us on 01474 537191 or go online at www.kentcosmeticdentists.co.uk.  and request a call back. Our website also has lots of information on all the above treatments and more specialised treatments such as dental implants in Kent.

Are you missing one or more teeth? Then you know just how upsetting this can be. Teeth can be lost due to decay, gum disease or trauma, but it is important to replace them as soon as possible to prevent the remaining teeth from moving and shifting out of position. Delaying their replacement can lead to unsightly gaps forming in between other teeth, and could exacerbate the problem.

Dental Implants Act in a Similar Way to a Natural Tooth Root

The choices for replacing missing teeth include partial dentures and bridges, but the very best option is to have dental implants. The reason for this is that a dental implant replicates the natural tooth most closely and is better for oral health. Dental implants consist of a titanium post that is inserted into the jawbone where it integrates with the surrounding bone in a process called osseointegration. This is where new bone cells grow on the specially treated surface of the post, creating a strong and long-lasting bond that provides a stable support for a crown, bridge or dentures.

Dental Implants Help Preserve Your Jawbone

The reason why dental implants in Gravesend are so good is due to the fact that the titanium post acts in a way that is very similar to a natural tooth root. When you bite down on a natural tooth these forces are transmitted through the tooth, down the tooth roots and into the surrounding bone. These forces help to stimulate the bone, ensuring it’s kept strong and healthy. The same thing happens with a dental implant so the jawbone remains strong and healthy. Choosing an alternative method of replacement such as a bridge or either a full or partial denture won’t have the same effect. Your jawbone will not receive the same sort of stimulation and as a result will gradually reabsorb.

This can lead to quite a few problems developing. The teeth adjacent to the gap are more likely to become unstable, and unsightly spaces can gradually develop underneath a bridge. The spaces are more likely to trap food. If you have denture then it’ll gradually begin to fit less well, and may become more difficult to retain, creating problems with speaking and eating. This is especially a problem for people with lower dentures. In contrast dental implants are stable and strong and look beautifully natural.

If you’d like to know more about how dental implants could benefit you then why not make an appointment to see our dental implant specialist? Drop us a line at info@parrockstreetdental.co.uk, or call us on 01474 537191 and take the first step to regaining a beautifully natural and healthy smile.

We often see patients here at Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre who are unhappy with their smiles because some of their teeth are missing. Often these patients will lack confidence to talk and smile in public and they may find it difficult to chew properly.

Dental implants are an excellent solution that has helped many patients like these to regain their quality of life. If you are interested to come in and have a chat with us about dental implant, this is what you can expect from the treatment.

Step 1: Initial Dental Implant Consultation

Your first visit will determine your oral health needs and how you want your teeth to look. X-rays will be taken of your mouth, impressions will be taken of your teeth and these will be used to diagnose and carefully plan your treatment.

Step 2: Diagnosis and treatment planning

At this appointment your x-rays and other diagnostic information is discussed and you will be shown a treatment plan with options for you to select. Once you give your approval then treatment can begin. A CT Scan maybe taken if necessary.

Step 3: .Diagnostic preview and surgical template

From all your diagnostic information a surgical template is made for precise placement of the dental implants in your mouth. You will also be shown a preview of the final result.

Step 4: Dental Implant Placement

At this appointment we place your dental Implants and provide you with a temporary restoration.

Step 5: Final Restoration Fit

After the dental implants have healed (usually between 3 to 6 months after placement) the final implant supported restorations (crowns, bridges or dentures) are fitted and tweaked to your satisfaction

Step 6: Review and celebration

At this appointment we make sure that you are still happy with your new smile and celebrate your new confidence and quality of life.

Based in Gravesend, Kent, our practice has state-of-the-art equipment and is designed to give you the most comfortable and relaxing trip to the dentist you’ve ever had! Why not pay our practice a visit today to talk to one of our lovely team members about your teeth. Call us today on 01474 537191 to book your dental appointment.

If you’ve recently been for a consultation with your dentist in Kent about having dental implants fitted, you may have left feeling disappointed that you will need to have a bone or sinus graft before you get the dental implants fitted.

A dental bone graft is sometimes required to increase the amount of bone in the jaw before surgery takes place. This is important as inadequate jaw bone means the dental implants won’t bond with the bone.

There are usually two types of bone graft, a bone graft as a separate form of surgery which changes the shape and size of the dental ridge. This procedure would usually be performed by oral surgeons or Periodontists. The second type is where the jaw has enough bone to place the implant, but not enough to cover the sides. These grafts can be carried out at the same time as the surgery as they are usually small in size.

The bone graft involves taking a sample of bone from one of your own sources such as your hip, freeze dried human bone from a tissue bank or processed bone elements from animals.

Alternatively a sinus graft procedure can be used. An incision is made in the patient’s gum tissue on the cheek side of their upper jaw where the implant is planned. The exposed bone them forms a ‘trap door’ of bone and can be easily moved aside and gently inward and upward into the sinus cavity. The empty space is then packed full of bone-graft material which forms new bone, onto which the implant can be placed. After stitching the gum tissue closed, it’s then possible to place the dental implant at the same time as the sinus lift.

At Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre, Dr Rik Trivedi can assess your suitability for dental implants. He has completed a year’s course in Dental Implantology at the Harley Street centre for Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry, so you can feel assured that you’ll be treated in the best of hands.

If you need dental implants in Kent, please call Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre on 01474 537 191 to book an appointment. Our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

Choosing to restore the natural function and appearance of your teeth with dental implants is a good decision if you’re looking to feel confident in your smile every time you open your mouth. While your dental implant procedure may have been a success, it’s up to you to care for them in the long term and keep them as healthy as possible.

Dental implants Kent require the appropriate aftercare if you want them to last. On average they can last for decades if you follow the correct instructions of your dentist after the surgical procedure. One of the most important ways to care for your teeth is to brush and floss properly. If you can keep the area clean, especially following the surgery, you reduce the risk of bacteria getting into the implant site or any infections from occurring.

As a rule, the first 24 hours after the operation are key. Go home and take as much rest as possible. You may have been prescribed some form of pain relief by your dentist in Kent which you may need to take, along with antibiotics. Avoid smoking, exercising or driving as you will still be experiencing side effects from the general anaesthetic. Smoking can prevent the area from healing as efficiently by reducing the uptake of oxygen into the bloodstream.

While you should keep the area clean, avoid rinsing it and only choose to eat soft foods as these won’t get stuck in the implant site. After a while you may be able to use a chlorhexidine mouthwash after the first week of surgery.

Keeping your mouth clean after having dental implants placed means the healing process will be more effective and you can then have the crowns fitted.

If you decide to get dental implants, you can feel reassured when you visit the Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre. Dr Rik Trivedi is the Principal Dentist at the practice and as a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, you can feel assured that his expertise means you’ll receive the utmost in patient care.

To find out more, please call us on 01474 537 191 an appointment. Our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

One or more missing teeth doesn’t just ruin the appearance of your smile, it can also cause many problems for your oral health too. This is because missing teeth can affect your overall oral functioning and make chewing more difficult.

Most people missing teeth at the front of their mouth will want them replaced for appearance. However some people may not realise the importance of replacing back teeth to maintain chewing function and reduce stress and wear on the front teeth. These teeth are important long-term to maintain harmony in chewing function and appearance.

Dental implants work by placing titanium metal roots into the jawbone which are then used to support one or more false teeth. The implants have to be placed in a small surgical procedure and it can also be performed under sedation if your case is more complex or you are a very nervous patient. You shouldn’t feel any pain during the surgery, although you may experience some minimal discomfort in the healing period a few days after.

Treatment usually takes around 3 to 6 months after the implants are fitted, but some implant systems mean you can now have them fitted in as short a time as 3 months or less.

The dental implants bond with the bone is a process known as osseointegration which can take 3-6 months. During the healing process a temporary restoration will be added to the implant site while you wait for the permanent crown to be placed.

It’s very important during this time to keep your implants clean by brushing your mouth properly and not touching or poking the implant site. This will ensure the site doesn’t get infected. Cleaning your teeth shouldn’t be any more difficult than usual, although some areas can be more difficult to reach. A dental hygienist will be able to talk you through this process.

At Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre, Dr Rik Trivedi is highly trained to assess your suitability for dental implants. As a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, you can feel assured that you’ll be treated in the best of hands.

If you’re looking for dental implants, Kent based Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre can help. Please call 01474 537 191 to book your appointment. Our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

If you have one or more teeth missing it can have a huge impact on your life. Not only can it ruin your smile and potentially affect your confidence and self-esteem but it can also make chewing more difficult and even cause a range of oral health problems.

Dental implants provide a permanent and reliable solution to replacing missing teeth and restoring the natural beauty of your smile. Dental implants consist of titanium metal rods which are placed into the jawbone in a small surgical procedure.

Following this, after the implants have healed, artificial teeth such as crowns can then be placed on top, which mimic both the look and function of your natural teeth. They are the ideal solution if you don’t like the idea of having missing teeth and they can even be used to stabilise loose dental dentures which may be slipping up and down and causing you discomfort.

The healing process in between having the dental implants fitted and having the permanent teeth added can take some time and this is because the implant has to bond with the bone in the jaw. This occurs in a process known as osseointegration. Your dentist in Kent will be able to determine if your implants have fully healed and if the crowns are now ready to be placed.

After an initial appointment where dental x-rays and impressions will be taken for use in diagnosis and treatment planning, the dental implants are then placed. In the meantime a temporary restoration can be used to restore the look and function of your tooth while the dental implants are healing. The final step is to have the permanent tooth fitted.

Dr Rik Trivedi is the Principal Dentist at Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre. He has completed advanced training at the Royal College of Surgeons after studying for a diploma in Implant Dentistry.

If you’re looking for dental implants, Kent based dentist Dr Trivedi can assess your teeth for dental implants. Please give us a call on 01474 537 191 to book an appointment. Our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

If you have missing teeth, it can make you feel self-conscious when you smile, especially in social situations. If you feel that a permanent solution such as dental implants is a good choice for you, you’re probably concerned about how safe they actually are.

The good news is that dental implants are well-established and highly safe method which has been tried-and-tested again and again. It’s been proved that they have a high success rate which stands at about 95% and they can last for a very long time with the right after care.

You can expect them to last for decades if you care for them properly. This means having regular maintenance appointments and following a good oral hygiene routine which treats them just like your own natural teeth.

It’s important that you look after them as if neglected, your dental implants can cause a gum infection which includes bleeding, soreness and discomfort. If your implants are cared for however, then the bone in which they’re fitted into will be strong and healthy and so should last for years.

Dentist in Kent will provide you with after care instructions to ensure that you get the most from the treatment and your mouth stays healthy, long after the dental implants have been fitted.  It’s important to follow these instructions as dental implants have to be fitted in a surgical procedure and then left for some months to heal, while the implant bonds with the bone in a process known as osseointegration. When the implant has successfully bonded, then the artificial teeth are then anchored in place.

Dr Rik Trivedi is the Principal Dentist at Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre. He can assess your suitability for dental implants and also answer any concerns you may have about their safety. As a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, you can feel reassured by his expertise.

If you want details on dental implants in Kent based Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre is the place to visit. Please call 01474 537 191 to book your appointment. Our practice opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

Dental implants are a good solution for replacing missing teeth and most people will be suitable for the procedure, so long as they have enough jaw bone and their mouth is in a healthy condition.

There are some factors which need specific assessment for having dental implants and these include if you’re pregnant, a heavy drinker or smoker or you suffer from diabetes or high blood pressure. If you’re currently undergoing chemotherapy then we will usually wait for this treatment to complete until you are assessed for implant treatment.

Your dentist will usually be able to advise you on your suitability for this treatment with the main criteria being good health, not age. If you’re under the age of 19 however your jawbone won’t be fully grown so dental implants aren’t usually advisable.

If you don’t have enough jaw bone then it may be possible to have further procedures such as a bone graft procedure or a sinus lift to add more bone to your jaw.

What happens during the dental implant procedure?

The dental implants will be placed into the jawbone by your dentist in Kent and allowed to heal usually for 3 months. Following   this the permanent crowns are then placed on top, which act as the artificial teeth. These are designed to mimic both the look and function of your natural set of teeth. In most cases at the front of the mouth we can place implants at the same time as removing any poor health teeth and if all is well we can place a post and fixed temporary crown to the implant all at the same time. 3 months later we will fit the final crown.

At the Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre, the focus is on assessing your suitability for the dental implant procedure. We have anin house ct scanner for 360 degrres assessment of the area for safe and secure implant placement.

Kent Dentist Dr. Rik Trivedi is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology and has completed advanced training at The Harley Street Centre for Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry, and a Faculty of General Dental Practitioners Masters level Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons England so you can feel certain that you’ll be treated with the utmost in patient care and respect.

If you’re looking for dental implants in Kent, Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre can help. Please call 01474 537 191 to book your appointment. Our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm. We can let you know whether you’re a suitable candidate for dental implants!

Are you fed up with your loose dentures? Feeling embarrassed that they’re slipping up and down while speaking or eating? If this sounds familiar, then there is a solution: dental implants in Kent. It’s never too late! By using metal titanium rods which are gently anchored into the jawbone, you can have your dentures securely fixed in place, in a process known as denture stabilisation.

Dental implants and mini implants have a range of benefits which can eradicate loose or wobbling dentures, improve your speech as well the ability chew whatever you want – so steak and crusty bread are no longer off the menu. It can also give you a natural and fully functional smile, so you can forget about your teeth and start smiling.

It’s also possible to have your new teeth attached to implants directly which can then only be removed by your dentist. Complete dentures can be fixed to implants by bars or clips however, which makes them easy to take out for cleaning.

Instead of dentures, you could have dental implants fitted onto which ceramic bridgework can be supported. Whole arches of missing teeth can be restored this way by using just a few dental implants.

After your initial appointment with the dentist to assess your requirements, x-rays, ct scans, impressions and other data will be taken for diagnosis and treatment planning. A surgical template will be made to precisely place the dental implants into the mouth and a diagnostic preview will be made to show you the end results. The implants will then be placed gently and pain free and a temporary restoration made while your implants are healing.

If you want dental implants, Dr Rik Trivedi who is the Principal Dentist at the Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre can assess your suitability for the procedure and determine if your dentures can be stabilised using dental implants. As a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, his expertise means you’re in good hands.

If you’re looking for a dentist in Kent for dental implants, please call our practice on 01474 537 191 to book your appointment. You can also visit us in the practice as our opening hours are Monday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 3pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm. It’s time to say goodbye to loose dentures forever!