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Top tips for maintaining Invisalign from our team

When it comes to straightening your teeth, you will not find an option that is more discreet than an invisible aligner.

Made from transparent plastic and custom-made for your teeth, these nifty orthodontic tools are ideal for correcting misalignments in those with mild to moderate dental spacing or crowding cases.

When you come to see our team at the Bromley Dental Practice, we will always be happy to discuss your suitability for Invisalign in Bromley and will be sure to answer any queries that you have in jargon-free language, so you can understand every part of this process.

But, before getting to that, you may be curious about the aligners themselves; how do you maintain Invisalign in Bromley? Here are some top tips from our team.

Keep them clean

In order to keep Invisalign in Bromley functioning as a tool and to keep your teeth free from gum disease or tooth decay, you will need to keep the aligners clean. So, be sure to clean them twice a day (minimum) with cold water and a soft-bristled brush. Be sure that you brush and floss your teeth before putting the aligners back in your mouth.

There are even aligner-friendly cleaning crystals that you can use that have a minty taste for them. Or, if you prefer, you can even use a denture cleaner. Just be sure that they are clean, as this will prevent secondary issues from occurring in your mouth.

Wear them as directed

Invisible aligners are typically worn for at least 20-22 hours per day, so it’s important to wear them as directed by our team. If you do not follow the directions as set down in your treatment plan, it may take longer for your teeth to straighten, or they may even revert to their previous positions.

Take them out

When you are eating or drinking, it is recommended to take the aligners out. Unless you are drinking water, in which case, you can keep them in.

This will prevent staining, will help to keep them safe (and protect them against damage from hard foods), and will ensure that you have time to clean them.

Keep them in a safe place

When you take your aligners out, make sure to keep them in a secure place, such as the case, to avoid losing or damaging them. While they are strong enough to move your teeth, it is not advisable to simply toss them into a bag or your pocket, as this can cause them to warp. So, keep them safe!

Visit our team regularly

To ensure that these aligners work as planned, you will need to follow the schedule of regular check-ups with our team to monitor the progress of your treatment. There is an associated app, which is downloadable for smartphones, which we recommend to all of our patients who are using these aligners. It allows you to send us photos of your smile, so we can assess how the treatment is progressing without you needing to come into the surgery.

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Zaki graduated from University of Bristol 1999 and has practiced in Kent since then. He is passionate about dentistry and providing the highest standard of care for patients, at the same time, he keeps himself at the cutting edge of modern dental techniques.

Advantages of dental implants explained by our team

When it comes to restoring a smile that has a few gaps, many people assume that the only option is to have a bridge or denture fitted.

However, you can now have a denture, a bridge or even a single tooth attached to your jawline with the help of oral implants, reducing the need for dental glues or other adhesives.

When you come to Bromley Dental Practice, our team will be able to assess your suitability for dental implants in Bromley and will be more than happy to perform the procedure and oversee every part of the aftercare, ensuring that your implants last a long time.

So, what are 5 of the core benefits of having dental implants in Bromley fitted? Here is a quick guide from our team.

Improved appearance

Dental implants in Bromley are colour matched to blend in with your surrounding teeth. So, if you are having a single tooth replaced, no one will notice that you have had this procedure done.

Also, as they are stable in the mouth, there will be no issues related to movement, meaning that you will be more likely to show them off.

Increased durability

Oral implants are generally considered to be a very durable solution for missing teeth. With proper care and maintenance, they can last for many years, and in some cases, they can last a lifetime.

Indeed, one of the core benefits patients report after having implants fitted, and the associated prosthetics, is how much stronger their bite and chewing strength is. So, provided that you maintain your oral implants, they will be able to bite into and chew food with the same strength as your natural teeth.

Better oral health

Oral implants do not require the reduction of adjacent teeth, as a tooth-supported bridge does. This helps to preserve your natural teeth and maintain their strength and function.

Also, as they close spacing in the mouth permanently, you will not be able to accumulate plaque and bacteria, which will mean fewer issues with cavities on your natural teeth and a lessened chance of gum disease.

Easy maintenance

Maintaining oral implants is similar to maintaining natural teeth.

Brush at least twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and use dental floss or interdental cleaners to remove plaque and food particles from around the implant.

Regular dental check-ups and cleanings with our team are important to ensure that your implant is healthy and to detect any potential problems early on. But try to treat them as you treat your natural teeth, and everything will be fine.

Clearer speech

Many people are surprised to realise that the position of the teeth, and the lack of teeth, can cause their speech to sound different.

And, when you are wearing dentures or bridges that are supported by dental glue, these devices can still move, causing you to use your tongue less and leading to mumbling. As implants hold your teeth in place, they can allow you to speak clearly, and with better inflection. Contact us to find out more about these popular restorations.

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Invisalign welcomes you to the twenty-first century!

Dental treatment for misaligned dentition has made enormous strides over the past few decades thanks in part to the developments made in technology. For many years dental X-rays delivered a black and white image with limitations. Now we have scanners which can take intraoral images at the rate of three thousand a second, in three dimensions and in colour. The scanners are also very safe as there is no radiation to worry about. This allows us to provide you with efficient and comfortable treatment using Invisalign in Bromley. This amazing technology takes away all the guesswork because we can produce accurate virtual images for you. Making a decision about whether to proceed with treatment or not is made easier by our experienced dentist being able to show you what your smile will look like before treatment begins. This should encourage you to see that you too can have a smile to be proud of in the future.

A different type of misalignment appliance

Invisalign in Bromley does not work in the same way as traditional braces do with blocks on your teeth, wires and bands. Instead the aligner or tray as it is sometimes called looks more like a conventional gum shield. The treatment involves a series of trays being produced, each one shaped slightly differently so that your teeth will be gently moved into alignment.

Digitised efficiency

At Bromley Dental Practice our team have over fifteen years of experience in correcting dental misalignment. We make use of the latest computer software and hardware to bring you accurate and comfortable relief. Digitisation allows us to eliminate the need for dental putty to create an image of your teeth. Using the images created by the 3D scanner and algorithms within the Invisalign in Bromley software we are able to produce a comprehensive treatment plan. We need to communicate with the laboratory to produce your specific trays based on the condition we are treating. This could be an overcrowded mouth, overbite, underbite or various other misalignment conditions. Each treatment is unique and requires a specific number of trays.

Discreet treatment in plain sight

The trays are made of a thermoplastic material which is clear and, therefore, almost indiscernible. This has made the treatment very popular with young and more mature patients alike. The traditional dental brace was made from metal and was fixed to the front of your teeth making it impossible to not be seen. Now there is no need to feel self-conscious about having dental misalignment treatment.

A lot more adaptable

The more severe the condition being treated the greater the number of trays required to complete the treatment. The trays must be worn for at least twenty-two hours per day, but can be removed for eating and to be able to brush your teeth. Each tray requires between two and three weeks to complete its work before moving to the next tray. Treatment can range from six months to twenty-four months. Once treatment has been completed one more aligner needs to be worn which will help to keep your teeth in their new position. The duration of this is usually a few weeks and when we give you the go ahead you can remove this final aligner and reveal your broad, confident and radiant smile to everyone.

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Dental functions restored with dental implants!

Standing alone or providing support for a bridge or dentures, the use of dental implants in Bromley has helped us at Bromley Dental Practice to bring relief to patients who have lost teeth either through dental decay or an accident. The fact that they work by imitating your natural teeth allows us to produce a stable replacement for lost teeth. You will soon be able to eat and drink as you used to before loss, as well as reveal a broad radiant smile.

Our skill and experience aided by technology

The advances in technology have been a major aid in dental science being able to develop a wide variety of oral treatments, especially over the past few decades. We are fortunate to have more than one dental clinician who has many years of experience in attaching dental implants in Bromley. The rapidly moving evolution of dentistry requires all of our team to attend regular seminars and training as new treatments and equipment are discovered.

Empathy, support and dedication

Losing a tooth for any reason can not only be painful, but also emotionally traumatic. Being patient centred is how we as a team strive to deliver a patient experience that is relaxed and stress free. We want you to explain to us how you are feeling and how you would like us to help you. Your dental expectations are very important to us because these are what we are here to deliver to all of our patients. No two patients have the same desires and expectations and we want to know what yours are so that we can at least achieve and hopefully exceed them. We will discuss any oral treatment with you in great detail so that you can decide what you would like to do. Our diagnosis and recommendations are made with your best interests in mind, but the ultimate decision, whether to proceed or not, is always yours to make.

Your teeth are yours to keep!

Sometimes you don’t realise what you have got until you lose it! You get a baby set of teeth and then eventually a final adult set. Your part of the oral maintenance deal is to brush and floss at least twice a day and visit us twice a year, we will do the rest. We will guide you and advise you and make sure that we do everything that we can to help you retain your teeth. Even if you don’t follow our advice and you end up losing teeth through poor dental hygiene we have a permanent solution for you.

Always here for you

Our dental team at Bromley Dental Practice are dedicated to making your dental experience a good one. Dental implants in Bromley involve a procedure that places a small titanium post into your jawbone to act as a normal tooth root would do. By making a small incision in your gum and drilling a tiny hole aided by computer technology our experienced dentist can precisely place the ‘root’ for your new tooth into your jawbone. This provides a stable base for an abutment which is attached to the root and the new crown is placed onto the abutment. The result is a replacement tooth which looks just like the natural teeth in your mouth. After a short period you are able to chew your food and smile as you did before you lost your tooth.

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Invisalign: the way to a beautiful smile

With alignment issues such as crowded or gapped teeth, over or underbites, or crossbite, there is a treatment that we offer here at Bromley Dental Practice that is almost invisible to other people. Invisalign in Bromley is a treatment that consists of plastic aligners that are transparent, so only the teeth should be visible to other people. The aligners are removable, so with Invisalign in Bromley, you won’t need to worry about wearing them when you are eating, or when you are cleaning your teeth. You will be able to continue eating normally and you should also be able to maintain excellent oral hygiene standards. Getting a beautiful smile has just got a whole lot easier!

What do aligners do?

Aligners are worn on top of your teeth like a gum shield and they press against the teeth to push them into the correct alignment. You will have to switch between your aligners every couple of weeks, and we will give you the number of aligners you will need for 6 weeks. After this, you can then come to see us for a check-up and we can provide you with the next aligners that you will need. The aligners are made precisely for your mouth using iTero technology. This is a digital scan that we use to obtain the precise measurements of your mouth for your aligners to be made for you, so you should find that they are very comfortable to wear as they are made for your mouth alone. From the scan, we can also generate an animation of what your teeth will look like by the end of the treatment, so you can be clear what the end goal is, before you have started your Invisalign journey. This should motivate you to wear your aligners, if you need any encouragement!

Beauty and benefits

Aside from getting a wonderful smile, Invisalign in Bromley can also allow you to brush your teeth properly. Once your teeth are in alignment, they should be much easier to clean. You could also discover other benefits, such as improved speech and the ability to chew your food properly. You may also find that if you had jaw pain, prior to treatment, that this is also reduced or eliminated as well. There are so many reasons to love Invisalign, alongside the fact that you could achieve your new smile in as little as 6 to 18 months. What’s not to love about that?

Consultation

If you want to find out more about how Invisalign works and if it’s the right treatment for your needs, make an appointment for a consultation with our friendly, professional and highly experienced team. We will examine your mouth to ascertain what your alignment issues are, before recommending the best treatments for you. We will explain what each entails, so that you can make an informed decision. If we do recommend Invisalign and you choose to go ahead with it, you could have a healthy and happy smile that you can be proud of in a matter of months.

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For dental implants, come and see us 6 days a week!

At Bromley Dental Practice, we have two dentists who offer dental implants in Bromley as a treatment for securing replacement teeth in your mouth permanently. Both of these dentists have vast experience; one training in a centre of excellence in the United States, the other having treated over 3000 patients with dental implants in his 30 year career. If you are considering replacing your missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley, there are many reasons why you should. Having missing teeth can lead to further dental problems, when natural teeth and the gums are left more exposed to bacteria. Your face can also shrink as it loses its structure, and you can develop speech and chewing issues. With replacement teeth options of crowns, bridges or dentures to treat a single missing tooth, through to a whole set respectively, dental implants ensure that they are firmly fixed into position 24 hours a day, and they shouldn’t go anywhere.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants in Bromley are metal screws that are small enough to be placed in the jawbone, where you have missing teeth. They are fixed rigidly, when the gums have healed around them, which normally takes weeks or a few months. Being made of titanium metal, the body’s tissues heal well with this material. Our dentists will then use an abutment to attach the replacement teeth to the dental implants, so that the implants become like bionic tooth roots!

Why do people choose to have dental implants?

The idea of dental implants is that they allow you to have teeth that function like your natural ones in that you won’t need to worry about removing them when you are going to bed or when you wish to clean them. They are also easy to look after, just like original teeth. All you need to do is brush and floss, and come to see us for routine dental check-ups. You shouldn’t need to remove your dental implants at any point. If you take care of your implants in this way, you could have them for the rest of your life, plus your replacement teeth won’t be able to develop cavities! You also won’t need to avoid particular foods for fear of loosening your prosthetic replacements. Everything is on the menu, so you can just go right ahead and tuck in! Also, if your face has become more aged-looking with having missing teeth, you may find that you could look younger once you have your dental implants and this is certainly a result that many patients enjoy. This is because the implants give the face the structure it needs to allow the skin to be supported and look smoother. You could also find chewing food and speaking becomes easier too.

Will dental implants hurt, when they are fitted?

Having implants fitted is not major surgery and you will have local anaesthetic, so you won’t feel anything, when it is happening. You will just need a couple of appointments to have them fitted. The first is when we put the screws in and attach temporary replacement teeth and the second appointment is when the permanent ones are fixed onto the implants, once the gums have healed.

If this sounds like the treatment you’d like to get your smile looking beautiful and natural again, come to see us at Bromley Dental Practice, so we can get started on exploring your treatment options with you.

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Invisalign in Bromley: come to Bromley Dental Practice to get the experience you need!

Having alignment issues such as crossbite, over or underbites, crowded or gapped teeth can cause low self-esteem. However, there’s no need to let this feeling linger! At Bromley Dental Practice, our dentist, Dr Bashir, has over 15 years’ of experience in treating patients with Invisalign in Bromley. Invisalign is a treatment that offers a discreet way of realigning your smile. It is a form of plastic aligners, which, when worn over the teeth, are virtually invisible. This means that no matter where you are going or what you need to do, you should be able to wear your aligners with the confidence that nobody is going to be staring at your mouth. With results being achieved from between to 6 to 18 months, you can also feel assured that Invisalign in Bromley is the treatment you need to get the results in the most time-efficient way possible.

How does Invisalign work?

The Invisalign system involves bespoke aligners. We make these for you by digitally scanning your mouth for the precise measurements required to have your aligners manufactured for you. From this, we can also show you an virtual representation of how your teeth will look after the treatment, before we even start the treatment! This will allow you to visualise how great your new smile is going to be and will remind you of why you’re embarking upon an Invisalign journey with us. When you wear your aligners, they press the teeth to gradually move them into the correct position. You will be required to change your aligners every couple of weeks, for 6 weeks, after which you will then need to come and have a checkup with us and get some more for the next 6 weeks.

Why Invisalign?

If Invisalign is deemed an appropriate treatment for your specific needs, then you should be pleased for many reasons. Firstly, it allows you to have your teeth discreetly treated. Also, you will be able to remove the aligners for a couple of hours each day. This is useful as it means that you won’t need to wear them while you are eating and drinking, so you won’t have to worry about cleaning your aligners, nor will you have to avoid eating any foods that could damage them. What’s more, you will also be able to take them out, when you are brushing your teeth (don’t forget to floss too!) This means that you should be able to keep your teeth and gums in good condition, whilst having your teeth realigned.

A further advantage of Invisalign is that the aligners will be comfortable as they are uniquely made for your mouth, but also because the plastic is smooth and shouldn’t catch on the inside of your mouth. At Bromley Dental Practice, we believe that getting a great smile shouldn’t be an uncomfortable experience and we hope that Invisalign delivers when it comes to getting treatment without any hassle.

Initial consultation

We offer a free consultation to discuss treatment options, so if you are considering Invisalign, why not come and meet us? Our friendly, professional and experienced staff will be happy to explore the treatment options that are available to you after examining you and you can ask all the questions you need to make an informed decision about your treatment plan. We’re here to listen to you and get you the smile you want!

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Dental implants in Bromley: get your smile sorted when it suits you best!

Have you heard of dental implants in Bromley? If you have missing teeth, then you will certainly want to know about how discreet and convenient dental implants in Bromley are. At Bromley Dental Practice, we offer dental implants as a solution to replacing your missing teeth in a way that is second only to having natural teeth. If you want to get your dental implants in Bromley, then you can do so at a time convenient for you. We have late appointments, as well as Saturday slots, so you can find the time to see us and learn how wonderful dental implants are!

How do dental implants work?

Your teeth have two parts to them: the first is the visible bit, and the other is the root that is attached to your jawbone. When you lose a tooth, replacement teeth typically address what you can see to give you an aesthetically pleasing smile. However, with dental implants, we take tooth replacements to another level. We use small screws and attach them to your jawbone, just like the roots of your teeth. We can then attach the replacement teeth to these implants, and the results are teeth that are fixed into position and don’t need to be removed at night. You also won’t have to worry about avoiding certain foods as your smile should function just like your natural one with dental implants.

Sounds good. Are they right for me?

When you book a consultation, we will be able to check your mouth to determine what the treatment options are. We will be looking to ensure that you have enough bone density in your jawbone to attach dental implants to, for example. Don’t worry if you don’t, however, as we may be able to offer a bone graft before the dental implant treatment. Some patients worry that there will be a lot of pain with dental implants; however, your treatment is not major surgery and will be carried out with local anaesthesia, so you shouldn’t feel a thing.

How long does it take to get dental implants?

You will need a couple of appointments for the dental implants to be fitted. During the first one, we will put the screws into your jawbone and attach temporary replacement teeth to them. Your gums will need time to heal around the screws, so after a few weeks, you can then return to have your permanent replacement teeth fitted. This healing period allows for your replacement teeth to be manufactured, and once they are fitted, nobody will realise you are wearing prosthetics.

Are dental implants easy to look after?

The great thing about dental implants is the fact that all you need to do to maintain them is clean your teeth, floss, and come and see us for your routine checkups. If you do this, your implants could last a lifetime!

To find out more, come and see our friendly team members, who are ready to get you smiling a complete smile at a time that suits you.

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Straighten your teeth with invisalign in Bromley

There are many factors that affect the alignment of your teeth and as each smile is unique we understand that different patients are looking for different orthodontic treatment options to meet their dental requirements and suit their personal preferences. If you would like to straighten your teeth then speak to us at Bromley dental practice and book a consultation. We will find out everything that we need to know with regards to your medical history and any underlying issues which may be affecting your health. We will carry out a thorough examination of your teeth and gums to make sure that they are clean, strong and healthy and we will carry out a smile assessment to identify and assess the factors that are affecting your teeth’s alignment and we will carry out a safe digital x-ray which will be taken to get a view of the teeth and surrounding bone and jaw structures. With this information here at Bromley Dental Practice we can put together a bespoke treatment plan for you.

By carrying out a thorough examination we will know what issues are affecting your teeth or jaw and we can also explain what may happen if no treatment is done, the best time to start the treatment and which type of braces will be most suited for your dental requirements. We will be able to tell you whether you require fixed braces or if invisalign in Bromley could be the ideal treatment for you.

How does Invisalign in Bromley work?

Invisalign in Bromley is a very popular method of teeth straightening that has helped correct many millions of smiles across the world. You will undergo a 3-dimensional scan of your teeth to digitally create an image of your teeth. This image will be manipulated using invisaligns very own iTero technology that will show you how your teeth will look following successful treatment with Invisalign in Bromley. This software also helps design a sequence of invisalign aligners which will work together to help you achieve the end result.

Invisalign aligners are transparent and made up of a specialist polymer which is flexible and therefore fits your teeth with accuracy, precision and comfort. These aligners are designed to be worn for two weeks at a time, after which you switch to the next aligner in the series. The aligners will apply gradual pressure on your teeth to push them into a neater formation. This will help improve the overall appearance of your teeth and your face and it will also help improve the health of your teeth, preventing dental complications in the future. Here at Bromley Dental Practice you can improve your smile within 6 to 12 months with Invisalign in Bromley and not only is it a comfortable and convenient treatment option it is also very discreet and you will not have to draw unwanted attention to your mouth whilst you are undergoing treatment.

Speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice today and find out more about Invisalign in Bromley and how it can help improve the health and appearance of your teeth.

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Are you looking to replace missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley?

There are many different factors that are responsible for tooth loss.

Unfortunately, some of these are out of our hands; however, some of them are completely down to the individual. Tooth loss can occur due to an injury you have sustained to your mouth or as a result of underlying diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and high blood pressure. Tooth loss can also occur as a result of poor oral hygiene, avoiding dental checkups and lifestyle choices such as smoking, excessive drinking and drug abuse.

Across the world, one of the main causes of tooth loss is gum disease or periodontal disease. Gum disease occurs as a result of poor oral hygiene and avoiding dental checkups. In its early stages, gum disease can be detected and reversed; however, when it is left unaddressed, gum disease can progress to damaging bone tissue and eventually causing tooth loss.

If you have been affected by tooth loss, then it’s important that you speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice sooner rather than later to replace your missing teeth with dental implants in Bromley. Dental implants in Bromley will take approximately six months to be fully installed in your mouth; therefore, the sooner you speak to our dentist, the quicker we can begin the process and the quicker you can restore the appearance, health and function of your mouth.

Are you eligible for dental implants?

Here at Bromley Dental Practice, we will begin by finding out whether or not dental implants in Bromley are the best solution for addressing your missing teeth. This means conducting a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and making sure that there are no underlying dental health issues. We will carry out restorative dental treatment where necessary and make sure that your teeth are clean and that your gums are strong and healthy. We will also take x-rays and an intraoral scan if required to assess your bone health. We will check for bone quantity and quality as you must have sufficient healthy jawbone to hold a dental implant in place. The scans will be able to tell us the size and length of the dental implants required to replace your missing teeth, and this will help us put together a precise and accurately tailored treatment plan for optimal results.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants are small titanium screws to which a prosthetic is fixed to replace your missing teeth. The implant can be directly inserted into the bone socket of your missing tooth, and due to its biocompatibility, it can become permanently embedded into your jaw within a few months and stay there for the rest of your life. You can have one dental implant to replace a single tooth or multiple implants to replace multiple or all of your teeth.

Speak to us at Bromley Dental Practice today and learn more about the advantages of dental implants and how they can improve the appearance of your smile and restore the health and function of your mouth.

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