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Want whiter teeth? Talk to us!
In the UK, we spend millions every year on tooth whitening products. And no wonder, as white, stain-free teeth have long been the standard for beauty and health.
When you’re proud of how your teeth look, you’ll want to smile more. Scientists have now discovered how powerful the act of smiling can be to a person’s wellbeing. A smile can improve mood, boost self-esteem and self-confidence and even reduce stress. Smiling not only makes you feel good, but it will also relax those around you too.
Teeth can become discoloured for a variety of reasons. These include smoking and the consumption of drinks like tea, coffee, cola, and red wine. Poor oral hygiene is another reason for staining, also the use of certain medications.
If you are unhappy with the colour of your teeth, it’s likely you have used products to help whiten them. You can incorporate special toothpastes into your oral hygiene routine. These remove more surface stains than ‘regular’ ones so you may see a moderate improvement. The impact will be greater if you make lifestyle changes, like quitting smoking.
The law and tooth whitening
But what if you want something more? You may have seen whitening services advertised by beauty clinics. But only a dental professional registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) can deliver tooth whitening. This is regardless of the products they use. Anyone providing them who isn’t GDC-registered is committing a criminal offence.
Many people become misled in the search for a brighter smile. There are all sorts of things that can go wrong with illegal tooth whitening. These include being unhappy that you wasted your time and money, to serious injury. Some non-registered practitioners will say the products they’re using are ‘peroxide free’. But this does not make them legal for use. Tooth whitening in the hands of an untrained person is unsafe. It exposes the delicate oral tissue to strong chemicals. It could cause pain, blistering, burning and permanent damage to gums. DIY whitening kits are available to buy online too, but some of these also come with risks.
Options for every budget
If you want to whiten your teeth, please speak to us! Teeth whitening is the most commonly prescribed cosmetic dental procedure. There are options out there to suit all budgets and we will help you find the right one for you. You may choose trays to wear at home, custom-made by your dentist, for example. Usually worn for several weeks at night the trays get filled with a solution to lift stains, until you’ve achieved the outcome you want.
We understand all the factors that come into a decision about dental treatment. Make an appointment and we will answer your questions about tooth whitening. Our dentists are members of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (BACD). As BACD members, they’re among the most skilled, educated, and passionate dentists in the UK.
You’ll get top-class whitening and a brighter smile to be proud of. Our trained team will take good care of you in a safe environment. They will tell you how to keep your new smile looking beautiful. Choose professional whitening with us and people will say “WOW” to the result. It will naturally enhance, and not look out of place or fake.
Interested? Get in touch today to find out more.
🍰 Come and join us today! 💚
Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is in full swing at Evolve Dentistry, and we’d love to see you!
We’ve got plenty of delicious homemade cakes waiting for you, so pop in, say hello, grab a slice (or two!) and help us raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
We’ll be serving cakes right through until 5pm today, so there’s still plenty of time to come down.
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
🍰 Cakes until 5pm
💚 Everyone is welcome
Come hungry! 😋
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🍰☕ Today’s the day - and there’s cake! 💚
Our Macmillan Coffee Morning is happening TODAY at Evolve Dentistry and we’d love you to come and join us.
The Evolve team have been busy baking (and possibly buying… we won’t judge! 😉) and there’ll be plenty of cake and drinks available throughout the day, all in support of Macmillan Cancer Support.
And remember - you don’t need to be an Evolve patient to come along.
If you live or work in Portishead, are passing by, or just fancy an excellent excuse for cake, pop in and see us. Bring a friend, your family or your workmates too!
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
🍰 Cake and drinks throughout the day
💚 Donations for Macmillan Cancer Support
👋 Everyone welcome
No appointment needed - just pop in!
Come and help us eat an unreasonable amount of cake for a very good cause. 💚
Please share so we can get as many people through the doors as possible!
Do I have to replace a missing tooth?
If you`ve lost a tooth, do you have to replace it?
Not necessarily.
And that`s an important starting point.
What happens next depends on which tooth is missing, your mouth, how you bite, how you feel about the gap and what`s happening with the teeth around it.
Yasmin explains some of the things we consider when a tooth is missing.
The important thing isn`t assuming you need a particular treatment.
It`s understanding your options - including whether doing nothing could be a reasonable option for you.
Why have my teeth suddenly become sensitive?
That sudden zing when you drink something cold. 🥶
Sound familiar?
Sensitive teeth are common, but there isn`t just one possible cause.
Richard explains some of the reasons teeth can become sensitive and why it`s worth mentioning if you`ve noticed something new.
Sometimes a little sensitivity is exactly that.
But a change that persists is something we`d rather know about than have you quietly avoiding ice cream for the foreseeable future.
Having a tooth removed probably isn`t an appointment anyone particularly looks forward to.
Which is precisely why feedback like this means so much:
“Made getting a tooth extracted incredibly easy and straightforward.”
Good dental care isn`t only about the procedure itself.
It`s about knowing what`s going to happen, being able to ask questions, feeling listened to and being looked after throughout.
Thank you for trusting us with your care - and for taking the time to tell us about your experience.
☕🍰 Join us for our Macmillan Coffee Morning! 💚
On Friday 25 September, the Evolve team will be swapping dental instruments for cake slices as we take part in the Macmillan Coffee Morning!
Our team will be bringing in their best bakes and we’d love you to pop in, enjoy a slice of cake and a drink, and help us raise as much as possible for Macmillan Cancer Support.
💚 Everyone is welcome - you don’t need to be an Evolve patient.
So whether you’re a patient, friend, neighbour, local business or simply passing by, come in and say hello. Bring your friends, family or work colleagues too!
📅 Friday 25 September
📍 Evolve Dentistry, Portishead
🍰 Cakes and drinks available throughout the day
💚 Donations in support of Macmillan Cancer Support
No appointment needed - just pop in!
We’d love to see lots of familiar faces and hopefully meet plenty of new ones too. And, most importantly, eat plenty of cake while raising money for a brilliant cause.
Please share this post and help us spread the word around Portishead. 💚
What can composite bonding actually change?
Composite bonding isn`t about giving everyone the same smile.
It can be used in different ways depending on what someone would like to change.
That might mean adjusting the shape of a tooth, changing proportions, repairing an edge or making a small alteration that helps a smile feel more balanced.
And sometimes bonding isn`t used on its own.
We might combine treatments - perhaps straightening teeth first, whitening them and then using composite bonding to refine particular teeth.
Yasmin explains some of the ways composite bonding can be used.
The important part is deciding what will achieve the result you`re looking for without doing more treatment than is necessary.
