The two cases below highlight the beauty and simplicity of minimally invasive, bio-aesthetic techniques that can be used to dramatically enhance a smile. Both cases required no drilling, no local anaesthetic and were completed in one visit each. Dr Blanchard (who treated both cases) and Dr Kerr are both using this technique more and more as it offers great benefits to patients.  These benefits, … [Read more...]

The photos below show further evidence (as if any were needed) of Russell Blanchard's incredible skill at making beautiful smiles. Both cases were done using minimal preparation techniques to reduce the amount of drilling to natural sound tooth tissue. In the first case a missing tooth was replaced with a porcelain veneer bridge, with veneers on adjacent teeth to harmonise the result. In the … [Read more...]

This case highlights how new techniques involving fibre re-enforced composites can change how we approach our restorative cases. Traditionally the tooth below, with a large failing amalgam filling and fracture down the back wall would need some form of crown or overlay to protect it (you can learn more about these terms on our FAQ page on crowns and bridges ). As you can see from the second … [Read more...]

I love my job and this case highlights just what it is about my work that makes it so special to me. Kimberely is dental nurse as well as a professional dancer. She was born with condition that interfered with the way her teeth formed. Despite her excellent oral hygiene and her very best efforts she has never been able to achieve a beautiful smile. Because she is very young (19 years old) we … [Read more...]