Face
Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry enhances your smile and has a positive effect on self-esteem. There’s a massive range of cosmetic dental treatments to choose from, including tooth whitening and composite bonding. With an overview of the different dental procedures available, you can find a treatment to boost your confidence and brighten your 2025.
Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening remains a popular procedure. Very reliable, the treatment gives you a brighter grin by removing any stains.
Whilst over-the-counter whitening kits and toothpastes are available, these aren’t as effective as professional treatment. Dentists are able to use higher concentrations of active ingredients, and they are trained to avoid complications. As such, professional whitening is more predictable and much safer, with visible results occurring faster.
Veneers and composite bonding
An imperfection in a tooth can make you feel self-conscious about your smile. In social situations you may find yourself deliberately hiding the tooth. From limiting your smile to speaking less, not enjoying the moment can impact your happiness. But what is the best way to treat a chipped tooth? Or conceal some staining? There are two popular options you may consider: composite bonding and dental veneers.
Composite bonding is a simple cosmetic dental procedure. It involves a composite resin that is placed on the chipped or stained tooth and then hardened by ultraviolet light. Composite bonding can correct an imperfection, with simpler procedures done in under an hour. The natural-looking results blend the previously imperfect tooth back into a harmonious smile. This treatment may need repairing every 3-5 years, but costs less than veneers.
Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain (usually) that are cemented to a tooth’s surfaces. They seamlessly fit within the smile for an aesthetically pleasing look. This ensures the tooth looks great and feels great, whilst also functioning like a natural tooth. Veneers require more tooth preparation beforehand but they last longer than composite bonding.
Dental implant
Where possible, dentists will encourage you to keep a natural tooth because its natural qualities are superior to the prosthetic alternatives. However, an already missing tooth impacts day-to-day life. From struggling to eat to a concern about appearance, a missing tooth can have enormous social and psychological impacts.
A dental implant is an effective replacement for a missing tooth. Excellent success rates are reported (97%) due to their reliability and predictability. Advances in areas like 3D printing have enhanced implant treatments, ensuring that they replicate the tooth and fill the space perfectly. Implants have a natural look and feel, restoring the cosmetic appearance of the face.
Smiling for change
A new year is a new chapter, giving you time to reflect on what can be improved in your life. An enhanced smile can increase quality of life, boosting your confidence. Smiles are infectious – the wider it is, the more it will spread to others. Let 2024 be the last year you feel unhappy with your smile, and find a cosmetic dental treatment to fit your needs today.
Portishead, we need your help 💙
We’ve been nominated for the Together Portishead Business & Community Awards, and every nomination really does make a difference 🏆
As a local independent practice, your support means everything to us. Whether you’ve visited us for a Healthy Mouth Review, hygiene appointment, smile makeover or simply recommended us to friends and family - thank you.
If you haven’t voted yet, we’d be so grateful if you could spare 30 seconds to nominate Evolve Dentistry ✨
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Brushing your teeth is important… but it’s only part of the story 🦷
In this video, Richard explains why cleaning between your teeth matters too - and the different ways you can do it, including:
✔ Floss
✔ TePe brushes
✔ Water flossers
Your toothbrush can’t always reach the tight spaces between your teeth, which means plaque and food can build up in these areas over time.
Cleaning between your teeth daily can help reduce:
✨ Gum problems
✨ Bad breath
✨ Tooth decay between teeth
Not sure which option is best for you? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and our team can help you find what works best for your smile and lifestyle.
Watch the video to learn more 💙
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Do you wake up with jaw pain, headaches or tension in your face? You could be clenching or grinding your teeth without even realising it.
In this video, Yasmin discusses how neurotoxin injections may help relieve symptoms associated with TMJ problems and teeth grinding.
For some patients, treatment can help to:
✨ Relax overactive jaw muscles
✨ Reduce clenching and grinding
✨ Ease tension and discomfort
✨ Help with headaches linked to jaw strain
Many people grind their teeth during sleep or clench during stressful periods, often without knowing they’re doing it.
If you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as:
• Jaw ache
• Facial tension
• Headaches
• Worn teeth
• Clicking or tightness in the jaw
…it may be worth exploring your options.
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✨ A little update from us at Evolve Dentistry ✨
As many of our patients know, our practice is currently closed this week while essential repair work is being carried out.
While everything is being completed, we’d just like to gently remind everyone not to leave any dental concerns until the last minute where possible. If something doesn’t feel quite right, please get in touch with us sooner rather than later so we can help arrange the most appropriate care for you.
Thank you so much for your patience, kindness and understanding while the work takes place - we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back very soon. 💙
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Did you know? 👀
One of the simplest ways to improve your oral health is cleaning between your teeth every day.
Your toothbrush cleans the front, back and biting surfaces of your teeth - but it can’t always reach the tight spaces in between, where plaque and food can build up.
Using interdental brushes or floss daily can help:
✨ Reduce gum problems
✨ Freshen breath
✨ Lower the risk of decay between teeth
Not sure which products are best for you? Our team would always be happy to help guide you.
Small habits really do make a big difference 💙
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✨ Is tooth whitening safe? ✨
Richard answers one of the questions we hear all the time in our latest Two Thirty video.
When carried out correctly and under the guidance of a dental professional, tooth whitening is a safe and effective way to brighten your smile. In this short video, Richard explains how professional whitening works, why it’s important to avoid unregulated products, and what patients should know before starting treatment.
Watch now to learn more and see if tooth whitening could be right for you 🤍
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