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WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT CROWNS?

What if my teeth are badly broken down?

When a tooth is badly broken or heavily filled, we may need to crown or 'cap' it to restore its appearance and strength.

What is a crown?

A crown is a shell in the shape of a tooth that fits over the entire tooth surface to protect it from further damage.

When is a crown indicated?

It is usually indicated when a tooth is badly broken down or heavily filled. This improves the strength, appearance, function and longevity of the tooth.

What are crowns made of?

Crowns can be made of a variety of different materials. Traditionally, they were made from a strong and durable material (eg. Gold). As technology evolved porcelain was bonded to gold to make teeth look like teeth. Nowadays, it is a common practice to use ceramic materials combined with Zirconium to make restorations that are as durable as Gold but look sensational.

New materials are continually being introduced. We will work with you to find out what would work best for you.

What happens to my teeth while the crown is being made?

While your crown is being made, the prepared tooth can be protected with a temporary crown. This is easily removed just before fitting the permanent one. In most cases, the temporary crown is in place for approximately two weeks.

The results are extremely pleasing.

  



 





 

Don’t let this happen to you!

 Tooth decay is caused by loss of minerals like calcium and phosphate from the tooth surface. This is called demineralisation. Demineralisation occurs on any tooth surface where the dietary sugars are attacked by bacteria. The acid produced by the bacteria dissolves the tooth structure causing cavities.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PREVENT TOOTH DECAY

1. Clean your teeth thoroughly on all surfaces by daily tooth brushing and flossing or interdental brushing. You may check the effectiveness of your tooth brushing by using disclosing tablets (dyes) which show up remaining plaque.

2. Use toothpaste with appropriate level of fluoride, twice daily, last thing at night and on one other occasion.

3. Use a soft or medium toothbrush. Brush in a set pattern so that you don't miss any teeth.

Your best friend to fight decay.

4. Use floss or interdental brushes to clean between the teeth, where cavities often develop (ask us to show you how).

5. Check your diet to reduce sugar intake – especially between meals. This may be in the form of sweets, chocolates, fizzy drinks or tea / coffee.

6. If you suffer from a dry mouth, possibly due to medication, talk to us.

7. Visit us at regularly for dental examination to avoid bigger problems.

FOLLOW THE FOLLOWINGS!!!

Health:

1. Drink plenty of water.

2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.

3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.

4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm, and Empathy.

5. Make time to practice meditation, yoga, and prayer..

6. Play more games.

7. Read more books than you did in 2010.

8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.

9. Sleep for 7 hours.

10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk every day. And while you walk, smile.

Personality:

11. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.

13. Don't over do. Keep your limits.

14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.

16. Dream more while you are awake.

17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

18. Forget issues of the past.. Don't remind your partner with his/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present happiness.

19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don't hate others.

20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.

21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.

22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.

23. Smile and laugh more.

24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree

Society:

25. Call your family often.

26. Each day give something good to others..

27. Forgive everyone for everything.

28. Spend time with people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.

29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.

30.. What other people think of you is none of your business.

31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.

Life:

32. Do the right thing!

33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

34. GOD heals everything.

35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

37. The best is yet to come.

38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for it.

39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy.



IF IN DOUBT, GET CHECKED OUT NOVEMBER 2010 MOUTH CANCER ACTION MONTH

Montrose Smile Studio brings Mouth Cancer Action Month to Twickenham

Montrose Smile Studio the dentist in Twickenham is helping to raise awareness of Mouth Cancer Action Monthby organising an event for the campaign.

In the UK mouth cancer is diagnosed in more than 5,000 people annually and kills almost 2,000 people each year – one death every five hours.
Running for the duration of November, the campaign features the tagline ‘If In Doubt, Get Checked Out’ urges the public to visit their dentist for oral screening.
Professional check-ups and regular self-examinations are the best route to early detection of mouth cancer.

Early diagnosis saves lives, improving survival chances from just half of cases to more than 90%.
Early warning signs include ulcers which do not heal within three weeks, red and white patches in the mouth and unusual changes in the mouth.

Montrose Smile Studio in Whitton, Twickenham is opening its doors for free oral screening examinations from Monday 1st November to Tuesday 30th November 2010 inclusive. Please call us on 02088944639 to reserve your time or request an appointment online. All are invited to come along and receive a professional screening which can help save lives in mouth cancer cases.

For example: Dr Khan commented:

“We are delighted to get involved in Mouth Cancer Action Month in Twickenham. It is vital that people are aware of the risks and are checked regularly for signs of mouth cancer – early detection saves lives.”

Mouth Cancer Action Month also aims to raise awareness of a disease which has remained under-reported for too long. Prevention is key and lifestyle choices can help minimise risks.

Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of campaign organisers the British Dental Health Foundation, commented:

“We are delighted that Montrose Smile Studio has joined the many dental practices, schools, health professionals and community groups promoting Mouth Cancer Action Month.

“Three-quarters of cases are linked to tobacco and alcohol so it is important that smokers are encouraged to quit and alcohol is drunk in moderation.

“The human papilloma virus (HPV), transmitted via oral sex, and poor diets are also linked to mouth cancer. Worryingly the disease is also now affecting a younger group of people and many more who display none of the traditional risk factors.

“Yet early diagnosis can really make the difference so make sure you visit a dentist regularly and check your mouth as often as possible, it could just save your life.”

CONTACT US ON 02088944639

Know the 10 warning signs of cancer

Dentistry that's kind to your teeth and your pocket

Tell me what you think …

Is the recession putting stress on your teeth?

Are you concerned that your teeth may not survive the recession?

What good is your mouth, if you can’t eat, speak or smile with confidence?

This person did not neglect their teeth on purpose but due to ignorance.

1. Their teeth became stained due to years of drinking tea and coffee as well as having curries.
2. Due to lack of basic dental education and infrequent dental visits, majority of their back teeth crumbled away which were subsequently removed. Due to the lifestyle their back teeth were beyond repair when we saw them.
3. Now there are hardly any back teeth left to chew properly. The remaining teeth continue to wear away due to bad bite and with time are likely to chip and crack.
4. Eating at the back is now challenging and they avoid foods that they can’t eat comfortably.
5. The trade off for saving on short term cost was loss of biting teeth at the back.

Regular visits to a dentist could have avoided teeth crumbling and becoming unsightly. Accurate diagnosis and early preventive advice would have saved years of dental problems and misery of not enjoying eating food. You neglect your teeth and gums at your own peril. This person now needs repair at the front and more back teeth so that they can use their back teeth for eating and chewing instead of the front ones.

Would you like preventive dental healthcare that is not just kind to your teeth but also kind to your pocket?

In these times, everyone is looking for one answer that will help them bust their recession. Let our TORCH guide you through, bring your teeth back to life and make your money go further.

TORCH is a simple and easier way of helping you looking after your mouth. You can identify problems that are in the making before they happen. Recession or not, you can still feel good about your dental health and keep smiling.

It focuses on your everyday dental needs. It is designed to make you feel confident that your mouth and your teeth will not fall apart. You will be amazed to learn how easy it is to become part of it.

Our TORCH offers:

1. Two oral health examinations a year (including routine x-rays) each combined with a hygiene appointment for gum therapy
2. A convenient monthly payment by direct debit
3. Access to our up to date health guides and dental health education
4. Same day emergency appointments during our opening hours
5. Pay-out on diagnosis of oral cancer
6. Emergency Callout Insurance if you need to see a dentist anywhere in the world
7. Worldwide Dental Trauma Insurance against the cost of large unforeseen accidental damage
8. Tooth replacement with a Dental Implant after any Dental Trauma
9. Redundancy protection for your TORCH plan for up to 12 months
10. 10% reduction on any further treatment recommendations

TORCH could be your best option for protecting your mouth, budgeting monthly and saving money.

Take action TODAY, call us NOW on 020 8894 4639 or request a FREE non-clinical review online.

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