This case shows the results of a direct build up of some very damaged teeth two years after it was completed. The case shows the benefit of direct build ups as they can give an excellent aesthetic and functional result with no drilling of sound tooth tissue. The case was completed in one visit and did not involve any injections or impressions. The patient is delighted with the result but these … [Read more...]
SAF retreatmet in action
This case is an example of an endodontic retreatment, which means that we need to redo the root filling, prior to making a new crown. Although the root filling has been in place for several years and is not showing any obvious signs of infection there was decay present and this means there is a high risk that it will flare up during the decay removal and replacement of the crown. By redoing the … [Read more...]
Trauma Update
This rather sorry looking front tooth belongs to my nephew who took a smack in the mouth from a hockey stick 18 months ago. I am very pleased to see that it is still alive and symptom free and showing signs of continued growth on xray. The filling is a direct composite and was done without doing any adjustment to the damaged tooth as I felt it had had enough for one day. Always wear a … [Read more...]
How often do I need to come and see you?
This is a very common and entirely reasonable question that patients ask when standing at the reception desk preparing to leave. The simple answer is " as often as it takes to keep your mouth healthy". This will be different for every patient who comes through the door and is almost entirely in their hands. Any recall system needs to be based on clinical need and this is best determined by … [Read more...]
SAF course dates confirmed
I am delighted to announce the first four course dates that I will be providing with Henry Schein for the SAF endodontic system. The dates for this all day hands on course are as follows- Friday 13th May London Saturday 25th June London Sunday 2nd July Leeds Saturday 10th September London The course will give all participants an opportunity to use the SAF system in a hands on … [Read more...]
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