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What are teeth veneers?

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Veneers ‘cover up’ the tooth’s surface to hide damage, defects, wear and stains. Unlike implants which replace teeth permanently and dentures temporarily, veneers work with the teeth you have to improve their appearance.  Many people don’t like their teeth for a variety of reasons. Birth defects like crooked teeth and sustained damage like chips are common reasons. Most of the time, people don’t like one or two of their teeth because they are nonsymmetric. Teeth veneers are a long-term cosmetic dentistry solution to changing the appearance of teeth. They can cover up a number of cosmetic flaws with some of the most common being: Cracked teeth Chipped teeth Crooked teeth Yellow teeth Gaps between teeth Poorly shaped or sized teeth  Read More Visit - cosmetic dentistry solution

The Different Methods of Teeth Whitening That Are Available

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Teeth whitening in London is any process that lightens the colour of the teeth, and there are a number of ways in which this can be achieved. Whitening may be accomplished by physically removing a stain or using a chemical reaction to lighten the colour of the tooth. The active ingredient that is used in most tooth whitening products is hydrogen peroxide which can be used as hydrogen peroxide or as carbamide peroxide which breaks down in contact with water and releases hydrogen peroxide. Stains on teeth are due to compounds called chromogens which either accumulate in the tooth, in which case they are called intrinsic, or on the outside of the tooth – extrinsic. Hydrogen peroxide reacts with these chromogens to cause them to become lighter.  Teeth whitening in London can be a result of a number of different products, such as using smokers' toothpastes which have much larger amounts of abrasives and detergents than ordinary toothpaste in order to remove ...

Cosmetic Dentistry for the Perfect Smile

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If you are looking to improve your smile you will need cosmetic dentistry in Holborn. The good news is that there are plenty of solutions to the problem of creating the perfect smile and that includes things like teeth straightening, veneers, replacing missing teeth with dental implants, tooth re-shaping and bonding, and so on. Cosmetic dentistry in Holborn includes using either veneers or braces to achieve that perfectly aligned look when you smile. Dental veneers are a type of cosmetic dentistry and they work by covering up crooked teeth with porcelain facades, or overlays. They will give you the perfect smile, but there is one disadvantage in that your cosmetic dentist will need to remove some of your tooth to ensure that the veneers look natural and fit well, and the process cannot be reversed. It is also likely that at some point you will need replacement veneers, as they probably won't last forever, and also over the years your gums will recede which create...

Being Careful About What You Eat and Drink Can Help To Keep your Mouth Healthy

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Even if you think there is nothing wrong with your teeth, you should nonetheless see your dentist in Holborn every six months for a check-up. If there is something wrong with your gums you may well not be aware of it, particularly if it causes you no pain, but your dentist in Holborn will be able to spot the early signs of gum disease and provide a cure for it. Of course, prevention is better than cure, and being careful about what you eat and drink can go a long way towards keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Some drinks contain what are known as chromogens which are colour pigments which attach to and stain your teeth. These include tea, coffee, and red wine. That doesn't mean that you can't enjoy these drinks, but you should rinse your mouth with water afterwards.  It is also important to keep a brake on the intake of sugary foods. That doesn't mean just chocolate and cakes. Many other things are high in sugars, such as sodas, sports and ener...