What are the treatments our dentists in Birmingham offer?

Invisalign

Orthodontic conditions are in a specific subgroup of dental conditions, which involve the misalignment of teeth and jaws. These conditions can range in severity from cosmetic issues to debilitating conditions. If orthodontic conditions are left untreated, they can have serious consequences as well, affecting bite, speech and the appearance of one’s smile. While these conditions have been present in humanity since ancient times, we only started to be able to treat them in the past 200-300 years. A major milestone in the 1970s was the invention of special dental adhesives, which facilitated the widespread use of metal braces with brackets. Luckily today metal braces are not the only solution for patients who would like straighter smiles. Invisalign is one of the most modern innovative treatments: the invisible aligners are removable, custom made plastic shells which fit on each dental arch. As the treatment progresses, new aligners are made to achieve the desired results. Invisalign is very comfortable due to its smooth surface and it is also completely transparent, making it nearly invisible. If you would like a dentist in Birmingham to help you with getting Invisalign, then get in touch with us for an appointment.

Teeth whitening

During our normal everyday activities our teeth interact with a wide variety of compounds found in our foods and beverages, some of which can, in the long run, stain the teeth. The most important drinks known to result in stains when consumed in large amounts are tea, coffee, wine and everything else containing high amounts of tannin. Smoking and even certain fruits and vegetables are also able to induce staining. Every stain that occurs due to the effects of external factors belong to the group of extrinsic stains. The other type of discolouration is intrinsic staining: this occurs due to the discolouration of the internal material of the teeth. A number of factors can contribute to intrinsic stains, such as exposure to large amounts of fluoride ions during early childhood and some medications, mostly antibiotics are also known to be able to contribute to intrinsic stains. If you would like a dentist in Birmingham to whiten your teeth, do not hesitate to contact our clinic for an appointment.

White fillings

Tooth decay and subsequent cavity formation are leading dental conditions in terms of their prevalence. Tooth decay can affect patients of all ages, but it is especially common in very young and old patients. It is especially abundant in the developed world due to the large amounts of sugar the average western diet contains. If this is coupled with poor oral hygiene habits, the formation of cavities might occur. The first symptom patients notice is usually either lasting dental pain or a brown or black discolouration on the tooth signifying the decay. It is very important to seek treatment as soon as possible, in order to prevent further decay and associated complications. Today metallic amalgam fillings are not the only option. The white fillings our dentist in Birmingham can offer blend in perfectly to the background colour of your teeth and they also do not contain any toxic heavy metals.