Missing teeth or Hypodontia (a condition with congenitally missing teeth) is a very common problem. Often, missing teeth occur due to untreated dental problems, congenital reasons, or trauma. Although this is a common problem, this is not reason enough to ignore missing teeth. Therefore, adults with a missing tooth or teeth should consider visiting the nearest dental practice to get it remedied with dental implants. 

How Common Are Missing Teeth?

Very common. Approximately every 1 in every 4 adults has at least one tooth missing. We assure you that our dentists treat this problem with great concern. We have the skills and compassion to help our patients live a better and happier life with teeth or tooth replacement. We have fit hundreds, if not thoundands of dental implants over the years.

Reasons to Replace Your Missing Tooth or Teeth

Here are some reasons most of our patients have had when opting for tooth or teeth replacement.

Affects self-confidence

Having a gap between the teeth can affect one’s self-esteem and self-confidence. Those with missing teeth often cover their mouth when they talk or laugh. They avoid smiling and avoid letting people see their teeth.

Gaps Overwork Other Teeth

Each tooth has a unique purpose; it could be speech, biting, chewing, or grinding. Missing teeth can disrupt the balance and move the pressure to other teeth nearby. This can cause excess load on the adjacent teeth, leading them to  break down quicker.

Altering of the Bone Structure 

When there are missing teeth or even if a single tooth is missing, the bone and gum do receive stimulation. This causes the jawbone to shrink/resorb and simultaneously causes the gums to pull back/recede. This also affects the neighbouring teeth and can cause further loss of teeth. In addition it can lead to the cheeks to become hollow and sag, causing the person’s face to appear older.

Enjoy a Healthy and Hearty Diet Once More

When people have missing teeth and related discomfort, they tend to avoid eating the healthiest foods. This limits their diet and can lead to other health issues. With teeth replacement, you can once again enjoy eating all the foods you like. You can have a variety of things in your meals and live a healthier life.

The Solution is Long-Term

You will find different treatment options that vary based on the degrees of longevity. A partial denture is cost-effective, but it only lasts five years in most people and more than five years in only 40% of cases.

In contrast, dental implants have an approximate 98% success rate after 5 years, and in many cases last a lifetime. The implants in this treatment become part of the jawbone and work like natural teeth. As many as 90% of dental implant cases tend to remain successful after insertion, for fifteen years or more.

We suggest that people look at the treatment of missing teeth as an investment. After all, it saves one from on-going dental care for short-term remedies.

Other Options for Teeth Replacement

Our dentists would suggest several options for teeth replacement. This would depend on specific factors, such as your present oral health, the number of missing teeth, and the budget needed for the treatment. Our dentists offer the best treatment options after a detailed discussion during your consultation. They will provide some facts and give you an overview of the treatment options.

Partial Denture

A partial denture procedure involves using a removable metal frame or acyclic plate that can hold one or more artificial teeth in position.  They tend to last for five years. Partial dentures offer a different experience as they are removable.

Resin-bonded Bridge

In this treatment option, our dentists would fix an artificial tooth at the back of the adjacent teeth, using specialised techniques. This treatment has a high success rate, and in 88% of cases, the bridge lasts for a minimum of five years. With proper dental care and regular check-ups, it can last as long as seven years.

One disadvantage of using this treatment is that the metal frame can be visible through the other teeth.

Conventional Bridge 

In this treatment option, dentists use a conventional bridge to fix the artificial tooth to the crown on the adjacent teeth. This keeps it in a fixed position. In our experience, this treatment has a good success rate, and the results last much longer than the above options. One reason for concern is that to hold the bridge in place, the adjacent tooth is filed down to accommodate the bridge.

Dental Implants

Generally, dental implants have a high success rate and offer a treatment that is closest to having the natural tooth. Patients do not feel conscious about the fixtures and can lead a normal life. These treatments also maintain the bone levels where the teeth were removed. Besides, they last a long time, and patients treat them as they would treat their natural teeth.

Even though dental implants are the most expensive option for teeth replacement, they are long lasting and the gold standard for tooth replacement. You can always visit our dental practice to consult us about your missing teeth. Feel free to book your appointment.

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Do you have crooked teeth and want a straight smile? With the world-famous Invisalign orthodontics, you can get your teeth positioned correctly and have a perfect smile. In the past, with traditional braces, this may have taken years wearing metal blocks and wires, whereas with Invisalign the treatment can be much faster, more discreet, and still delivers amazing results. In under six months, with Invisalign treatment, you will be able to see a visible difference in your teeth and smile.

Some patients have openly told us they have suffered with a lack of confidence over their misaligned teeth, which stopped them from smiling. After consultation, we recommended Invisalign treatment and the results were beautiful – they got a wider smile and straighter teeth. 

The Untold Benefits of Invisalign

Thanks to the modern Invisalign option, no one has to live with broken or crooked teeth which historically has lowered one’s self-esteem. 

These clear aligners are barely visible, which is why most people love them. They are clear in colour and seamlessly blend in so that people cannot differentiate them from your natural teeth. They do not have brackets or the traditional wire often used.

These clear aligners are made of smooth plastic material. They are cut to suit the size and shape of your teeth. Wearing them is very comfortable and can prevent the embarrassment of traditional braces.

Getting Invisalign is very easy. All you need to do is book a consultation appointment, where we will discuss with you your Invisalign options. We will usually take a scan of your teeth and then show you a predicted outcome, so you can have an idea of what the teeth will look like before you start! 

The best part about using Invisalign is that they are detachable and easy to use. You can easily take them off to brush your teeth and to eat. 

No adult likes the idea of wearing braces for two or more years. Even teenagers are quite conscious about their looks these days, which is why the Invisalign Treatment is becoming very popular. Here are some benefits it offers:

• No embarrassments at work or college
• No more announcing it to the world that you have braces on. Invisalign is transparent, not metallic. 
• No painful tightening visits to the dentist.
• No missing important things due to the discomfort braces can cause.

The good news is that this approach means that you do not need to suffer anymore.

What After Care is Required for Invisalign Treatment? 

Wearing Invisalign requires a lot of dedication and determination. Without proper aftercare, the teeth can move back to their original positions. Ignoring the importance of aftercare can undo the beautiful smile you have worked hard to achieve in the past several months. 

Here are some important steps you must follow when having the Invisalign treatment:

1. Wear the retainer

The retainer helps maintain the tension on the teeth and holds them in their position. Some studies prove that not wearing the retainer overnight can cause the teeth to shift back to their old position. Do not make this mistake if you want lasting results. 

2. Learn the retainer cleaning procedure

You must clean the retainers ensuring they are free of bacteria. You do not want bacteria to build-up. Therefore, you have to know how to clean them every day. 

Scrub them thoroughly with soapy water and a toothbrush every day. Never use toothpaste to brush the retainer because toothpaste can dull their shine and lead to bacteria build-up. 

Another option you have is to use tablets specially made for retainer cleaning. Drop one tablet in some water in a cup, and put your retainer in it. The solution gets rid of any bacteria and it cleans the retainer, so you do not have to worry. 

3. Schedule regular dental check-ups

Visiting the dentist is very important for Invisalign users. Regular check-ups can help monitor the improvements of the teeth alignment. If the dentist notices anything that needs improvement, he or she can make some changes to help make the alignment better. If your teeth need polishing or reshaping for a stable bite, they will make necessary alterations to the Invisalign.

Schedule an Orthodontic Consultation

Start changing your life right now and see the beginnings of your improved smile in just a few months. Are you looking forward to having a more attractive smile? 

Call us up and book your consultation so we can get you started with your Invisalign Treatment. 

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Holidays and vacations are the best times to seek some peace and adventure. When you are experiencing the bliss of a much-needed holiday or vacation, it is not uncommon to neglect your teeth and mouth and not stick to the dental care routine.

Whilst on your travels have you thought about the activities which may be bad for your teeth and gums? Most people do not consider this prior to traveling, which is why we have taken the time to make a list of things you should and shouldn’t do.

While you make the most of your adventure visiting places, eating out, and trying new cuisines, you will loosen up on your dental care rituals. You will floss less, eat sugary things more than you usually do, and may even go to bed without brushing! Heed the following mistakes that are avoidable:

1.     Don’t graze on sugary snacks, sweets, and chocolate

It is true – Holidays and vacations are a chance to indulge in treats. You will not get the chance to feel guilty about this so let us do the honors. Remember the side effects of eating huge amounts of sugary and acidic foods. It affects the outer layer of your teeth for several hours.

DO: Brush and floss each night before bed, and if possible after every meal. Do use the right brush and toothpaste and brush gently.

2.     Don’t use your teeth to rip Sellotape

We all end up using our teeth to rip Sellotape off while packing or unpacking gifts. We recommend keeping scissors with you because using your teeth for this sort of thing can harm them. It can cause cracks and even break crowns/composite. 

Do: Keep scissors with you to prevent using your teeth when cutting Sellotape.

3.     Don’t let your teeth stain

Vacation or holidays are a time when people want to look their best, take lots of photos and create perfect memories.

Avoid eating coloured foods and engaging in smoking or drinking beverages that can stain your teeth to let your teeth look as white as possible.

Do: You may want to consider booking a dental care appointment with the best dental practice near you before your holidays begin. Besides, you want to look and feel awesome by the time you are back home from your vacation. 

4.     Don’t forget to brush 

We know you must be excited and a lot will be happening on your holiday trip. However, you cannot forget to brush before bedtime. The chocolate delights and sweets you take will lead to cavities if you ignore the importance of your dental care. After eating treats at night, or when you doze off during the day, the bacteria will simply just sit and rest on your teeth, leading to the possibility of new cavities forming.

Do: Put a reminder to brush every night and make sure you brush after every meal.

5.     Be firm about your flossing routine

With so much to eat, your teeth will suffer wear and tear. You need to floss after eating all the lovely food and goodies. Make it a ritual to floss every night before brushing and hitting the sack.

Do: Fix a reminder to floss and tell your partner to join you in this daily ritual before going to bed. Look out for your kids as well! 

There you have it, a great checklist to help maintain your dental care whilst enjoying your future holidays and long term vacation, but most importantly…Have fun!

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One huge concern most people have in these difficult times of the Covid-19 pandemic is whether it is a major cause of dental problems. If it is, how can visiting the nearest dental practice help?

Although oral health is one of the generally unrelated health issues arising in these times, it is affecting your future oral health in various ways.

According to a publication in the Journal of Global Oral Health, prevention of oral health problems may reduce the need for dental procedures during these times. For this, one needs to make frequent and timely visits to the dentist for check-ups and prophylactic dental therapies.

In the UK, ever since the first lockdown back in March 2020, there have been approximately 14 million missed dental care appointments. What would you say these missed appointments mean in terms of individual oral health?

Maintaining Healthy Teeth and Gums

Most of the missed dental appointments were six-monthly or yearly check-ups which included routine hygiene (scale and polish) appointments. These appointments help dentists detect early signs of bigger underlying dental problems. Usually, these include decay and erosion, which are easy to identify in x-rays and simple examinations. When left untreated, they can lead to larger problems such as tooth loss, gum disease, and possibly unmanageable pain.

Gum problems are very common all over the UK. Most people develop gum disease in adulthood. The first stage of gum disease is gingivitis. This condition causes bleeding gums and bad breath, but no long-term damage, as at this stage, the gum disease is reversible. To control the gum disease and reverse this, it is important to maintain healthy gums. This is something one can do by implementing a proper dental cleaning regime at home and visiting the nearest dental practice as often as possible for your regular hygiene visits. Missing scheduled and timely appointments will allow more advanced gum disease to set in and worsen, causing periodontitis which is a destructive and painful condition.

DIY Dental Care Tips

Sadly, the lockdown scenario in 2020 caused most dental practices to close down. This led to approximately 25% of all households in the UK attempting DIY dental care to treat tooth decay or gum pain. Some even tried tooth extraction on their own at home!

Cancer Checks

According to recent research, mouth cancers have increased by 22% in the past five years. Oral cancer is sadly the sixth most common and fatal cancer in the world today. These figures are quite disturbing. Often, detection is too late when the condition spreads to other areas. Initial onset is often painless. Regular dental check-ups can prove very good for an early detection leading to a much better long term prognosis. Research shows there is an 80% chance that early detection increases the patient’s survival beyond 5 years. When discovered later, survival chances dropped to 30-50%.

Misalignment

Missed dental visits also affect younger patients (children). Not managing emerging dental issues like misaligned teeth, decay, gaps, or crowding can affect their dental health. As with other dental problems, early detection always makes treatment easier and more effective. Wearing braces is a good way to manage misaligned teeth. Ignoring the problem can lead to jaw aches, headaches, and speech impairments.

Good Dental Hygiene Habits

Children who visit their dentist regularly with parents are more likely to be conscious about their dental care. They also feel less anxiety about visiting the dentist for proper oral health checks. Children and adults can brush two or more times a day to prevent dental problems during lockdown scenarios. Using mouthwash and dental floss is also highly recommended to ensure proper DIY dental care at home.

Consequences of Lacking DIY Oral Health Care

To sum it up, if you cannot attend routine dental check-ups, at a minimum take care of your teeth to prevent gum and tooth infections. Without proper care, these eventually turn into conditions that are more painful. Sometimes, bad dental hygiene habits develop, like eating sweets just before bed, overusing a toothpick, not changing the toothbrush, and not using mouthwash. This can lead to gum disease, bad breath, decay and other dental problems, furthermore studies prove that there is a strong relationship between gum disease and mental health.

People who have untreated dental problems may feel extremely self-conscious about their smile. This affects their social interactions as they avoid smiling and meeting people altogether.

Another consequence of neglecting oral health care is the increased likelihood of making an emergency appointment with the dentist. Failure to give the initial problem proper treatment in a timely fashion can cause more suffering and pain, through abscess formation or a cavity getting worse.

Visiting a Dental Practice during Covid-19 Pandemic 

If you are worried about visiting the dentist during the Covid-19 pandemic, simply follow the available guidelines to ensure your safety. Our dental practice in Ilkley follows all the current guidance to maintain the health and safety of all patients and staff. 

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Many people have gaps in their teeth, so if you have this problem, you are not alone. It is one of the most common dental issues that can often affect the confidence of people. It is very easy to fix gaps in the teeth in most cases. If you have decided to get help with this, then you are reading the right article, so keep on reading.

How to Fix Gaps in the Teeth

Your dentist can use composite bonding, orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign or they can also fit veneers over the composite material. Below is a little bit about each;

Composite Bonding

This treatment is growing much more popular in recent days with the advancement of composite. It requires no needles, no teeth preparation, no drilling. This treatment helps fix the gaps and makes the teeth look more uniform, and results can last up to 5 years. It is a painless way to fix small gaps in the teeth.

This treatment works by putting a composite resin on top of the tooth. It is always tooth-colored and after polishing, makes the smile look whiter and straighter. In just a few visits, you could have the perfect smile without any pain. It is a very affordable treatment and has quick results. One downside though is that it is not as long-lasting as porcelain or teeth straightening.

Teeth Straightening

This is a long-lasting and much more natural way of fixing teeth gaps. It can take a few months but the results last much longer as it is your own teeth! Some options your dentist would offer include Invisalign, Clear Aligners, Cosmetic Braces, and others. Invisalign is more popular than a fixed brace because the aligners are clear and almost invisible.

The treatment using Invisalign is easy and gently moves the teeth into the right position to fix gaps/crowded teeth. To finalise the treatment, the dentist would usually recommend composite bonding and whitening to achieve the best possible results. With this, the results can last a long time.

Porcelain Veneers

These are very durable and crafted in the laboratory to encase and cover your teeth. They are a very realistic replica of your teeth and fit perfectly on top of them. You can have the perfect smile with these. This procedure requires some tooth preparation to ensure the porcelain veneer matches and fits on your existing teeth perfectly. 

Are You Ready to Fix Gaps in Your Teeth?

We, the Burley Dental Suite, are here to help you fix your teeth in no time. Most dental treatments are expensive, but in the end, having a perfect smile is priceless. Once you have decided to fix your smile, book an appointment. Our dentists will look at your teeth and oral health before highlighting the best options to fix the gaps in your teeth. You can share your fears and thoughts without hesitation. We always handle patients with dental anxiety with a high level of understanding and care. 

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Your special day is coming closer and very fast approaching. There are so many things to think about – like wedding invitations, suits, and dresses, planning the sitting arrangements, rehearsals, stag and hen parties to plan and attend, the menu, etc. What about your wedding day smile?

We at the Burley Dental Suite are here to help make your smile amazing and picture-perfect. We offer a range of treatments to make sure you look your best on your special day. The sooner you start the better, and the higher the chances of you having a perfect smile on your wedding day.

How to Have a Great Wedding Day Smile

We have a list of five ways you can have a perfect smile on your big day.

Teeth Whitening and Dental Cleaning

Having a routine dental clean just before the wedding day is a great idea. It removes dental plaque and stains so that your teeth look brighter. We can also whiten your teeth for you so you have an amazing and more attractive wedding day smile.

Composite Bonding To Repair Defects

Do you have discoloured, chipped, or broken fillings? We can help repair minor structural damages in a single visit. We apply a composite resin material to fix the problems and polish your teeth to make them look whiter and naturally perfect. Moreover, we use resin material that matches the colour of your natural teeth. Sculpting the shape of your teeth allows us to give them a natural look.

Advanced Enhancements

No matter what ways your teeth seem flawed, we have different dental solutions that can transform your smile for your big day. For instance, using a porcelain veneer can cover your teeth’s visible surface to hide the stains, chips, and slight gaps. We can also help fix any missing teeth with dental implants or a bridge.

Plastic Gum Surgery

Without healthy and strong gums, you may not succeed in achieving a super smile. We can help you with periodontal plastic surgery to reshape the gums and correct the defects using other techniques.

Orthodontics

Orthodontic methods like invisalign and other teeth straightening solutions help align your teeth. This can be a lengthy process depending on how badly misaligned your teeth are. We urge you to visit your dentist at least 9 months or a year before the special day if possible. We can also help with faster treatment plans which straighten teeth within six months, depending on your dental condition and health of the gums.

Consult Your Dentist

Your dentist can tell you an array of options that will work for you. However, this will require a consultation. We are more than happy to help you with a personalised treatment plan. The sooner you book your dental appointment and start your treatment, the better. 

If you want an attractive and brighter wedding day smile, schedule an appointment today. Learn more about the different treatments. If you have dental treatment anxiety then do not worry because we have you covered. In some cases, we offer anaesthesia to help you get through the process without any recollections of the treatment.

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Invisalign has close to 10 million smile transformations using their technology and The Burley Dental Suite are proud partners, enabling our cosmetic dentists to straighten teeth with the best results in Ilkley. 

Many people have questions about opting for Invisalign treatment. It is a versatile treatment, which helps straighten the teeth. We align the teeth to achieve a perfect smile and also improve the bite and prevent gum disease. It was the first treatment that came after traditional braces. Many people who have had braces in recent years have chosen Invisalign because these are clear, comfortable, and fit a modern lifestyle. 

Here with some benefits of Invisalign based on the results seen in some patients who opted for it.

1.     Straighten Your Teeth without Letting People Notice 

If you never thought it was possible to get dental treatment in the form of straightening your teeth without people noticing, think again. Invisalign treatment has come as a relief to people looking for braces to complement their lifestyle by eliminating any sign of actually having braces. These clear aligners (invisalign) are not fixed on the teeth permanently, they are removable. In addition to this, they are clear and almost undetectable; you can smile with confidence while having Invisalign braces on. No more wearing braces that give the train track look! This is one of the biggest benefits of Invisalign.

2.     No Need to Give Up Favourite Foods

Everyone has a favorite curry/pasta dish right?! When one wears fixed braces, eating such foods can be a big hassle. There are risks of the braces becoming very stained with the food colouring. With Invisalign treatment, there is no such worry. The aligners are easy to remove, so you can take them off whenever you want to spoil yourself with favourite foods, just don’t forget your oral health care regime! The Invisalign aligners are easy to clean as well, so you can softly wash them and put them back in.

3.     Seeing Your Future Smile 

At our dental practice in Ilkley, all Invisalign consultations and/or treatment plans come with an amazing 3D imaging service, which scans your teeth and makes a plan for each tooth. It will show you a preview of how your teeth will move in the future. This way, you can get an idea of how amazing your smile will be. 

4.     Enjoy Special Events without Braces

Because Invisalign is removable, you can take them off at any time. If you are going to a special event, a photo-shoot, or an interview, you can take them off and wear them later, although we recommend wearing the aligners for 22 hours a day, so you don’t have long..!

5.     Keep Your Mouth Healthy During Treatment

In the past, wearing metal braces that you cannot take off led to inevitable poor dental hygiene; this meant cavities, plaque, and chipped teeth. Now, with Invisalign, you can maintain proper dental hygiene throughout your orthodontic treatment. These wireless fixtures allow you to brush properly. You can remove the Invisalign and clean the teeth very well, and even clean the Invisalign clear aligners.

There you go! The benefits of choosing Invisalign treatment. Book your dental appointment today and start transforming your smile without anyone noticing. 

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First, let’s talk about what Composite Bonding means and how it can help make your smile better.

What is Composite Bonding? 

Composite bonding is simply a method used by dentists to restore or cosmetically enhance teeth. It serves as a cosmetic treatment to improve your smile and to build the tooth structure to hide any imperfections, or simply improve the size, shape, and position of teeth. This procedure involves the use of a tooth coloured resin material that mimics the natural tooth. The dentist uses this to reshape the existing tooth and to improve its overall appearance.

This is a possible treatment for anyone who wishes to have a cosmetic improvement. It can help perfect even the smallest imperfections in your teeth.

Importance of Composite Bonding

If you are wondering why this treatment is recommended by your dentist, then here’s why.

Bonding is not a necessary treatment – but it is good for cosmetic reasons. It does not require the removal or cutting down of the natural tooth but instead helps cover over the underlying structure, therefore improving its appearance.

Intact Dental Structure with Composite Bonding

This treatment is great when we do not want to remove the tooth structure. We add the bonding resin directly on top of the tooth to correct any imperfection. On average, the restorations last for up to 5 years. After that, they may need re-polishing or repairs/replacement.

If you are wondering whether the treatment hurts, there is no need to worry. It is a painless procedure.

·         No anaesthesia/needles needed

·         No drilling involved

Composite Bonding after Orthodontic Treatment

Unfortunately, not all of us are born with perfectly straight teeth. When the teeth are in the wrong position, they wear in different areas. After orthodontic treatment such as Invisalign, the teeth become straight, the wear-and-tear sometimes becomes more prominent. Composite Bonding helps build up the teeth once the braces are off. This enables us to give you the perfect teeth and smile makeover once the teeth are in the correct position. It’s that finishing touch which can make all the difference!

Discoloured and Damaged Teeth 

Some people have white or brown marks on their teeth. This treatment allows us to remove the blemish without using anaesthetic if it is shallow. We can restore the teeth and make them look perfect and natural.

Benefits of Composite Bonding

Here are a few reasons why composite bonding is better for most patients:

1 – Healthier and confident smile

This treatment can make your smile aesthetically more appealing

2 – Safe and fast treatment

This treatment is generally done in one or two visits with instant results

3 – No needles involved 

There is no need to worry about injections. In most cases, we do not need to use needles for composite bonding.

4 – Less expensive

Composite bonding is a very affordable alternative to some other treatments available. Although it does require upkeep and this should always be thought about.

If you want to learn more about this or book an appointment with our dental experts, contact us now.

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Do you have a dental phobia or dental anxiety? It can be scary for some patients to have dental treatments or even visit the dentist, and we understand how it feels, however, you are not alone in this battle. Studies show that approximately 60% of dental patients suffer from this condition. Another term often used for it is dental phobia.

What Odontophobia Means

It means, feeling worried or scared about what would happen to you behind the closed doors of the dentist. It is an over-inflated fear that leaves dental patients feeling paralysed at the thought of going for dental surgery. If you never believed it is a real problem, then you need to know it is a real and very scary problem for most people. If you are suffering from dental anxiety or odontophobia then you are not alone.

We are here to guide you on how to cope with dental anxiety.

How to Beat Odontophobia

You can take two approaches:

• Upward Spiral – This means taking action to fight the crippling fear. You opt for dental treatment before the tooth/problem becomes excruciatingly painful.
• Downward Spiral – This comes when you decide not to visit the dentist because of the fear and you would rather live with the discomfort. Eventually, the tooth/problem becomes critical and more painful.

Our team of experienced and professional dentists can help you cope with the fear by sitting with you and discussing any fears you have. We help all our patients feel comfortable with the dental treatment before we proceed with it. The most important thing is to keep calm and get through the dental appointment with as little stress and fear as possible.

We have a vast array of ideas that can help you calm yourself before the procedure. The most important aspect is trusting the dentist who is treating you. To achieve this we encourage our patients to discuss their concerns and fears with our dentists openly. This allows us to make all the necessary arrangements to ensure your comfort. We also administer anaesthesia so you can be in and out of the surgery with minimal discomfort.

3 Tips to Help You Cope with Odontophobia

The first step was to face the fear and to decide that you must calm yourself down for the visit to the dentist. Here are our top tips that will reduce anxiety to a great extent.

1. Distract Yourself with Your Favourite Music

You can play some music through your earphones whilst on the way to the dentist and in the waiting room. Some people also play it whilst undergoing the surgery. It helps take your mind off the procedure and keeps you calm.

2. Meditate to Calm Your Nerves

Many people use meditation these days. It helps not just in facing your fears but also helps quiet the disturbing thoughts in your mind. You can help yourself by dealing with the fearful thought through meditation.

3. Your dentist can help calm your dental phobia

Talking with your dentist about your concerns, fears, and worries can help a lot. They are in the best position to tell you the facts and help make the process comfortable by attending to your fears. Knowing exactly what troubles you, can allow them to make the process smoother for you.

We hope reading this helps you deal with your dental anxiety or Odontophobia. If you feel you need to speak to any of our dentists, book an appointment right away.

Due to a multitude of problems, unfortunately you may need to have all your teeth taken out. Some patients feel scared and worried when the dentist tells them that they need All On 4 Dental Implants. Understanding what this means can help you appreciate this dental treatment as the right and best approach.

All On 4 Dental Implants offer a durable, life-changing, and effective treatment in which our dentists replace the entire arch of your teeth. They use a base of 4 dental implants to do this. How good the results are depends on the skills and experience of the dental surgeon, therefore select your dentist carefully. At Burley Dental Suite, our team of experienced dentists handles this very well, and our dental practice in Ilkley offers some of the best and most advanced dental treatments.

Introduction to All On 4 Dental Implants

The first time the All On 4 Dental Implants approach took place was in 1998, by Dr. Paulo Malo. The success encouraged other dentists to learn this technique and follow suit. Since then, more than 100,000 dental patients have had this treatment, and have transformed their smiles.

What These Implants Can Do

All On 4 Dental Implants can replace a full arch of teeth at once. In simpler terms, the dentist can fit a full set of implants in one day. Most importantly, they look natural and reduce your visits to the dental practice. The procedure is safe and effective.

Who Should Get All On 4 Dental Implants

Anyone with severe dental problems including tooth loss can opt for this treatment. It is for people who have lost or are close to losing all their teeth. Anyone who is struggling to function with complete dentures would certainly benefit from having all on 4 dental implants, as it gives a fixed solution to any loose dentures!

The treatment procedure is quite technical and can help replace missing teeth, dentures, and fix other problems. If you feel that you have decayed or fractured teeth, then you can opt for these dental implants.

Benefits of All On 4 Dental Implants

Here are some benefits this approach offers:

Get a New Smile Very Fast

Using the four dental implants means you can get a bridge supporting your teeth and fitted permanently within one day. You can start eating and enjoying the beautiful new smile in no time.

Transform Your Looks

With dental implants, you can fix missing teeth and enhance your appearance. Using the all on 4 technique can uplift your smile, support the jawbone, and prevent further deterioration of your teeth and jaw bone.

Eat Your Favourite Foods without Trouble

Sometimes, having dental tooth loss or fractured teeth prevents us from enjoying our favourite meals. With the All On 4 Dental Implants, you can begin eating everything without hassle. The implants are strong and offer you a better experience whilst chewing. Steak and apples can be enjoyed once more!

Increase Your Confidence

With a wonderful smile, you are able to feel better about your looks and feel so much more confident. Getting dental implants can help you feel better about yourself, and smile with confidence.

If you would like to know more or if you would like to consult with a one of our highly skilled dentists about this treatment, then contact us now.