Dentists Fairview, Dublin

Laser Teeth WhiteningLaser Teeth Whitening is the most usual method of tooth whitening. Your dentist will be able to tell you if you are suitable for the treatment. Using a mouthpiece all of your teeth would be exposed to make it easier for the gel and light to work. After this a whitening gel will be applied to your teeth. Then a light or laser is shone on the teeth to activate the chemical. The light speeds up the reaction of the whitening product and the colour change can be achieved more quickly.

Root Canal TreatmentThe root canal treatment will repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it.  This treatment is needed when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The treatment involves removing the pulp and at the end the cavity is sealed by a filling material. If root canal treatment is not carried out in time, the tooth may need to be extracted. Root canal treatment (also called Endodontics) is needed when the pulp inside your tooth becomes infected through tooth decay or damaged by an injury to your mouth. This infection may spread through the root canal system, which could eventually lead to an abscess, causing a great deal of discomfort. If root canal treatment is not carried out, the tooth may need to be taken out. How is it carried out?Our dentists can perform root canal treatment to stop the infection from spreading and will preserve as much of your tooth as possible. Using specific techniques and advanced equipment, you will receive a local anaesthetic and the treatment overall should feel no different to having an ordinary filling placed. The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. A temporary filling is put in and the tooth is left to settle.The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure and most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits. To keep your mouth in tip top shape we recommend you come in for regular hygiene appointments and dental check-ups.

FillingsA filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. How it’s done: Decayed tooth material removed.The area is cleaned and dried.The cavity is filled with a filling material.All fillings are done with composite filling, this is a tooth coloured filling, they are matched to the same colour as your teeth. Fillings in regard to teeth positioning: Front: The fillings is placed in teeth number 1, 2 or 3.Pre-molar: The fillings is placed in the 4th or 5th teeth.Molar: In this case the filling is placed into either teeth 6,7 or 8.

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.

Treatment Duration: 60 minutes per appointment. Two to three appointments needed. Root canal is performed in order to save or repair a badly damaged or infected tooth rather than removing it. A root canal may be necessary when decay has reached the nerve of a tooth or because the tooth has become infected. The procedure removes the pulp chamber of the tooth. It is then filled with a filling material (composite) or replaced with a crown. What to expect from your visit to White Smile Dental for Root Canal Treatment? Once you have made an 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 and take a seat in our comfortable waiting area. During your appointment, our dentist will assess the tooth and take x-rays if required. All options will be discussed to suit your requirements. A treatment plan will show time frames and total cost of treatment. At this point you can book in for the treatment or arrange an appointment at a later date. At White Smile Dental we use the latest technology to ensure a quick, effective and pain free procedure.