Tooth whitening ‘can make you look younger’

Tooth whitening is often chosen by people of all ages - but it gives a younger-looking appearance, according to one expert.As people get older, their teeth can start to darken due to years of drinking tea and coffee, fluoride exposure and tobacco, advised Andrea Markowitz for Health Key.However, visiting the dentist to ...

This entry was posted in London Teeth Whitening on 16 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Andrea Markowitz, Health Key, Ms Markowitz, teeth

Clear braces ‘can give people the smile they want’

Having cosmetic dentistry by getting a clear brace fitted can allow people to get the smile they always wanted.This is the view of Dr Tony Coughlan, an orthodontist working in Dublin who was responding to a 45-year-old's letter into the Irish Times about fixing their crooked teeth.According to the oral health professional, ...

This entry was posted in Invisalign Braces on 15 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged clear braces, Dale Lee, Dr Tony Coughlan, teeth

Survey: TV cosmetic dentists good for business

Television personalities could be raising the profile of cosmetic dentistry, if the results of one survey are anything to go by.Users of TheWealthyDentist blog were asked what they thought about oral health professionals who star on TV shows.They could vote whether or not they believed they were good for the business as ...

This entry was posted in London Cosmetic Dentistry on 14 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged dentists, Lifestyle Dental, oral health, TV

Porcelain dental veneers ‘suitable for changing tooth shape’

Porcelain dental veneers could be a good option for people living in London who want to change the colour or shape of their teeth simply. This is because Dr H Kaviani explained the procedure is suitable for those who want to change the shade, as well as length and width of one or many ...

This entry was posted in Dental Veneers on 14 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged braces, front teeth, London, oral health, teeth

“Dracula” mug-shot prisoner could use cosmetic dentistry

The benefits of cosmetic dentistry appear to be lost on Dale Lee, a prisoner from Dade City, Florida, who police officers have nicknamed Dracula because of his teeth.Mr Lee was arrested for assault by officers investigating claims that he stabbed another man in the stomach with a knife. One said: "It was ...

This entry was posted in London Cosmetic Dentistry on 14 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Dade City, Dale Lee, Mr Lee, teeth

Dental implant demand is “tremendous”

A new industry report has predicted a rise in sales for dental implants due to the "tremendous" demand for them. Reportlinker.com produced a summary of the sector and said the global dental equipment and market is set to be worth $26 million in five years' time. One of the key drivers for ...

This entry was posted in Dental Implants on 11 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged dentists, EU, Lifestyle Dental, US

Are athletes risking a visit to the emergency dentist?

Sportspeople could be risking a visit to the emergency dentist by consuming a particular snack to keep them going on the run.Energy drinks and bars are often eaten by athletes, but a professional triathlete discussed in an article on Msnbc how she had to change her diatery habits.Courtenay Brown from Seattle explained ...

This entry was posted in Emergency Dentistry on 11 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged England, London, Ms Brown, teeth

Patients ‘should not be nervous’ of cosmetic dentistry procedures

If people find visiting the dentist – whether for teeth whitening or dental implants – a nerve-wracking experience, the following advice might be of use.Preston practice Lifestyle Dental suggested the first thing individuals should do is find an oral health expert that suits their needs and requirements, possibly one who has been recommended by a ...

This entry was posted in London Cosmetic Dentistry on 10 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Lifestyle Dental, London, oral health, teeth

Astra Tech launches new shade of dental implant

Patients who need teeth implants in London might be interested to hear about a new product.Astra Tech already offers its Atlantis patient-specific abutments in titanium, gold-shaded titanium and zirconia.Now it has launched the product in shaded zirconia, which the company asserted would give clinicians "the freedom and flexibility to provide their ...

This entry was posted in Dental Implants on 10 September 2009 by Clare Ludlam Tagged Astra Tech, dental implant, London, teeth

Product aims to help stop teeth grinding

A visit to the emergency dentist in London could be called for if a person clenches their jaw when asleep – but now a new product could help the problem.Plackers has launched the Grind-No-More Night Protector to help those who suffer from the medical condition known as bruxism.The company pointed out that grinding ...