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VALENTINES DAY
Valentine’s day is approaching and Lifestyle Dental have an offer for the whole of month of Feb we will be offering our professional tray whitening system for £99
thats correct just £99
so if you would like to take advantage of this offer then please call now on 01772 717316
or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk
Are you unhappy with your crooked teeth?
Would you like to have straighter teeth without the need for long term Braces?
Many adults do not want to wear metal braces for years or they are concerned that other corrective procedures could be too invasive or too expensive.
Now, there is an effective, safe and affordable cosmetic solution that fits your lifestyle.
A revolutionary combination of proven orthodontic techniques, modern materials, and innovative thought – Six Month Smiles® utilizes nearly invisible clear braces to gently straighten and align teeth in an average time of just six months.
Lifestyle Dental will be providing six month smiles solution within the new year and will keep you informed of teh progress in this exciting new area.
so what is available over the counter that can make your teeth whiter
well there are quite a few products and some do make a difference
1, whitening toothpastes- there are some studies to show that they do have an effect although more to be used long term and to maintain the colour of your teeth
2, whitening mouthwash- agian there are quite a few out there the pearl drops system is usually quite good
3, whitening strips – there are a few of these on the market crest whitening strips and the recently launched smilestrips – both do work really well and are alittle like a plaster on your teeth which then contains some gel to gradually whiten your teeth
all of the products do whiten the teeth to some extent best to consult your dentist and they can put together a complete package to suit your needs,
some of the solutions we haev at Lifestyle Dental are
The Lifestyle Dental instant whitening solution or the Lifestyle Dental Home whitening Solution
There are a number of ways that you can whiten your teeth and each one as its benefits and disadvantages these are some of the solutions that are provided at lifestyle dental
The Lifestyle Hour white solution – this is for those people who are lookign for a quick result and a noticable change it consists of teh Zoom in house and followed up by the home kit
The lifestyle Dental Home solution – this consists of a home whitening kit which is doen over a period of a few weeks and this gradually whitens the teeth this solution is good for people wanting a slower change over a few weeks and one that is controlled.
This is a question I often get asked along side why are my teeth stained?
Well here is a list of a few of the likely causes of extrinsic staining (staining on the enamel surface)
1, Coffee - yes that is true coffee in excess can cause brown stains on teeth.
2, Tea the nations favorite even as a council the tea council
3, Smoking – well this one is commonly knownif your looking to quit then have a look at the quit site
4, Red wine – remember the song
5, Curries have a look at the curry house for all the different varieties
6, long term antiobiotics – this is a strange one but antiobiotics and change the flora in your mouth (chnage the balance of bacteria) causing some bacteria to poliferate and these then go on to leave a dark sticky black pigment on the teeth
So am I saying don’t do any of the above . Well everything must be in moderation (apart from the smoking) and good tooth brushing and regular dental visits should ensure that staining is dealt with early on. This is not a complete list
soon will post about intrinsic staining and also how staining can be removed
Teeth whitening is something that every one talks about and everyone loves to have whiter teeth and this seen as a sign in our society of a more attractive look and a more youthful look.
I often get asked
what types of tooth whitening are there ?
well there are over a few hundred ways to whiten your teeth
of the most popular are
1, The home whitening system or tray system as it is often known as this consists of having a tray made which fits over your teeth and then this is worn with gel inside the tray and this gradually whitens your teeth over a period of weeks
2,The surgery whitening or laser whitening or instant whitening this usually involves treatment by a dentist in a treatment room and the teeth are whitened over a short period of time and in most cases you can achieve upto four or five shade changes depending upon the system used and the type of technique used.
the most commonly asked questions people ask are
Is it safe? – yes if done properly by a dentist then nothing to worry about
Will it last – yes usually for up to four to five years at which point you may need a top up although results can vary depending upon your diet
How much does it cost? This tends to vary depending upon the dentist I would usually check out prices on websites and go with the one you most feel comfortable with
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