Dentures Ballyvolane

Treatment Duration: Two to three 60 minute visits. Dentures are replacement teeth that can be worn, taken out and placed back in the mouth as you wish. Dentures are used because of tooth loss, decay or accident. While modern dentures do take some time to get used to, they are very natural looking and comfortable to wear. There are different types of denture: Conventional full denture Immediate full denture Partial denture Our dentist will suggest the best type of denture depending on your individual case and aesthetic requirement. Dentures are custom made in a lab by a specialist technician. What to expect when you visit White Smile Dental for a denture: Once you have made your appointment you will be sent a reminder text the day before with your appointment details and our address. Upon arrival you will be asked to fill out a new patient form with your medical history and take a seat in our comfortable waiting area. When called for your appointment, our dentist will greet you and explore all options for your denture. We will listen to your requirements and together you will make a treatment plan outlining the time frame for the procedure and also exact cost. Your denture will take two visits (sometimes more) to complete. During your first visit impressions and xrays will be taken to be sent to the laboratory to be made. At your second appointment a week or so later your new denture will be fitted.

Treatment Duration: Two visits. 90 minutes for bridge perpetration. One visit of 45 minutes for bridge fit. A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth. Dental bridges can be fitted and supported in three ways depending on the scenario. By natural teeth By Implants By a combination of implants and natural teeth There are different types of bridges: Traditional bridge: Made using crowns (caps) either side of the space (middle tooth) and using a false tooth in that space. Cantilever bridge: Used when there are one or more crowns on only one side of where tooth /teeth are missing. Maryland bonded bridge: Metal framework and or resin bonded Your dentist will suggest the best type of bridge to opt for depending on your individual care and aesthetic requirement. Bridges are made in a lab by a specialist technician and are custom made purely for you. What to expect when you visit White Smile Dental: Once you have made your appointment you will be sent a reminder text the day before with your appointment details and our address. Upon arrival you will be asked to fill out a new patient form with your medical history and take a seat in our comfortable waiting area. When called for your appointment, our dentist will greet you and explore all options for your bridge. We will discuss your requirements and together a treatment plan will be outlined with time frames and costs involved. Your bridge will take two visits (sometimes more) to complete. During your first visit impressions will be taken. They will be sent to the laboratory where your bridge will be made. You will be given a temporary crown/s to wear if needs be. At your second appointment a week or so later your new bridge will be fitted.

Treatment Duration: 30 – 60 minutes A tooth may need to be removed from the mouth if it cannot be saved through any other treatment. Most commonly teeth are extracted when a tooth is broken through trauma/accident, decay or if it is loose. There are many reasons an extraction may be required. It is important to consult your dentist regarding a dental plan. There are two types of tooth extraction: Simple extraction: This is the most common type of extraction and is very straight forward. This type of extraction occurs when the tooth is visible or loose in the mouth. Surgical extraction: This is a more complicated procedure and is necessary if a tooth is broken at the gum line or is below the gum line. This type of extraction takes more time and in some instances can only be carried out by an oral surgeon. If this is the case our dentist will refer you to an oral surgeon. What to expect from your visit to White Smile Dental: Once you have made an appointment you will be sent a reminder text the day before with our your appointment details and our address. Upon arrival you will be asked to fill out a new patient form and take a seat in our comfortable waiting area. At your appointment time, our dentist will check your mouth and the affected tooth while taking xrays if required. He will discuss all options available and clearly outline the cost and time frame of treatment. At this point and if it is possible you may decide to have the tooth removed there and then or arrange to come back at a more convenient time. Aftercare notes are given at the end of your appointment to guide you post treatment.