6Apr

What is a Vacuum Formed Retainer?

A vacuum formed retainer is a thin brace made from a sheet of clear plastic, which looks similar to a gum shield in shape. This retainer is needed to stop teeth from moving back after the fixed brace is removed. The vacuum-formed retainer prevents any movement of the teeth and is easy to wear. This makes it popular with many patients.

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6Apr

What are Gold Inlays?

Gold fillings, also called inlays or onlays, are composed of an alloy of gold, copper and other metals. A gold inlay is casting of a gold alloy and as such is very strong. Gold fillings require more than one office visit to place because they require impressions to manufacture at a dental laboratory.

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30Mar

What is a Hawley Retainer?

A Hawley Retainer is a removable brace made from plastic and stainless steel wire.This type of retainer is used to keep teeth straight after the fixed brace is removed. The retainer is normally worn full time for 3 months following the removal of your brace, then nights only after this period.Your Orthodontist will provide the retainer for use after the removal of your fixed brace.

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30Mar

What is Denture relining?

If you’re a denture wearer, and your dentures have begun to fit less comfortably than in the past, you may wish to consider having them relined. Denture relining is a simple and affordable procedure that reshapes the underside of a denture to make it more comfortable as it rests against your gums.

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23Mar

What is a bonded wire retainer?

A bonded wire retainer is a small wire glued to the inside of the top or bottom front teeth. As the wire retainer is both fixed to the teeth but still flexible it prevents the teeth moving out of line after a brace has been removed. Extra care must be taken when cleaning your teeth and the wire retainer.

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23Mar

What is Tray Whitening?

When it comes to tooth-whitening, you’ve got two options: in-office-based teeth bleaching, or at-home care. With theTray-based tooth bleaching systems, a mouth guard-like tray is filled with a peroxide-based bleaching gel or paste and placed over the teeth for one to several hours a day for up to four weeks.

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