Teeth Whitening Syndey, Orthodontics, Porcelain Veneers Sydney, Dental Implants, Cosmetic Dentist

Teeth whitening is the process of cosmetic dentist sydney where the teeth is bleached to lighten the shade. There are many benefits of teeth whitening. This can include increased personal attractiveness, makes you look younger, perception of healthy teeth and lifestyle, and many more. Our cosmetic dentists specialise in tooth whitening. If you are unhappy about the colour of your teeth, contact our Sydney dentist practise to help you with your teeth whitening.

Sensitivity during teeth whitening may occur with some patients. For some Zoom!™ patients, they may experience minor tingling sensations after the procedure, but this always dissipate. For some Opalescence® patients experiencing tooth sensitivity, we recommend only bleaching every second or third day or night and using Sensodyne toothpaste while the bleaching program is in progress.Please contact our tooth whitening specialists for further information.

Teeth Whitening is a simple process.By following simple post whitening care instructions such as flossing, brushing twice daily, regular checkups and occasional touch ups with Zoom!™ Take-Home Gel or re-application of the Opalescence® Gel every few months, your teeth will continue looking their sexy sparkling best!

It should be noted that Zoom!™ may not be suitable for everyone, for example, people who are sensitive to light including those undergoing PUVA therapy or other photochemotherapy, patients with melanoma, patients taking light sensitive drugs, substances or patients with strong gag reflex or anxiety. Please consult us if this is suitable for you

Teeth discolouration and staining is a relatively common problem. Your teeth are porous and are therefore not stain resistant. Red wine, cigarettes, colas, curries, coffee and tea, among other food and drinks, contribute to the discoloration of your teeth over time. Medications such as the antibiotic tetracycline may cause significant staining, resulting in yellow, greyish teeth. Teeth can become permanently stained if the discoloration is not treated in a timely manner. Unfortunately, teeth brushing alone can’t brighten teeth dulled by years of exposure to such discolouring agents. Teeth whitening work by getting in to the tooth enamel and creating a chemical oxidation reaction that breaks the stains apart. Contact Dentistry by Design today to see how we can help with teeth & tooth whitening.

Test

Porcelain veneers are thin, tooth coloured porcelain (ceramic) shells carefully crafted to bond to and cover the front of unsightly teeth. Similar in a way to a false fingernail, the veneer covers dark or yellow teeth, fills unsightly gaps, lengthens short or stubby teeth, straightens a crooked smile and in general improves your smile. Veneers create very life-like tooth appearance with its translucency as it mimics the light absorption of your teeth enamel. Veneers are a more conservative treatment than a crown and can often be used as an alternative if the underlying tooth is strong and healthy.

Porcelain veneers are the most conservative aesthetic restorations available in dentistry today and when well looked after, porcelain veneers can last from ten to fifteen years.

You will need two appointments for veneers treatment. The 1st appointment is to prepare the tooth and to take impressions for the veneers to be made by the dental laboratory and the 2nd appointment to cement the veneers.

Almost half of Australian adults have some form of periodontal disease. However the majority of these people do not even realize they have it. Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) is a bacterial infection of the gums, bones and periodontal ligament (attachment fibres that support the teeth and hold them in the jaw). Periodontal disease is usually painless and silent, until its advanced stages. If left untreated, symptoms can include:

• Persistent bad breath
• Gums that bleed when you brush your teeth
• Red, swollen and tender gums
• Gums that have pulled away from the teeth
• Loose or separating teeth
• Pus between the gum and tooth
• A change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite

Our practice is specially set up to treat and prevent the symptoms of periodontal disease.

Healthy hearts and healthy gums play vital roles in maintaining a healthy body. Because periodontal disease is a bacterial infection, periodontal bacteria can enter the bloodstream and travel to major organs and begin new infections. The heart is one of the most susceptible organs. Heart disease (or cardiovascular disease) affects more than 60 million Americans. It is the leading cause of death in the United States. Yet many types of heart disease may be prevented. Taking care of your periodontal health may be one important step toward prevention along with controlling the well-known risk factors for heart disease.

Several theories exist to explain the link between periodontal disease and heart disease. One theory is that oral bacteria can affect the heart when they enter the blood stream, attaching to fatty plaques in the coronary arteries (heart blood vessels) and contributing to clot formation. Coronary artery disease is characterized by a thickening of the walls of the coronary arteries due to the build-up of fatty proteins. Blood clots can obstruct normal blood flow, restricting the amount of nutrients and oxygen required for the heart to function properly. This may lead to heart attacks. Researchers have found that people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease also has been linked to other significant health problems, including respiratory diseases, diabetes, osteoporosis and premature and underweight births. It is very important that you always provide our office with a comprehensive and accurate medical history, including any problems you are aware of with your heart. We can work together to help you protect both your gums and your overall health.