HEALTHY TEETH FOR LIFE CDG S COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CREATING AND MAINTAINING A BEAUTIFUL SMILE

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1 HEALTHY TEETH FOR LIFE CDG S COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CREATING AND MAINTAINING A BEAUTIFUL SMILE

2 SMILE ENHANCEMENT Your smile says 1000 words, let With the practice focus on At the CDG your dentist will to ensure that your restoration composite material to ensure yours be healthy, happy and prevention we will ensure that advise you on the most suitable has the strength and form that the best aesthetic results confident. Cosmetic Dentistry your dental health is restored crown material to restore your you require, as based on the with the newest and proven YOUR SMILE SAYS 1000 such as Smile Design can be to a good standard before your tooth which can include gold, tooth s location and your dental materials which have been WORDS, LET YOURS BE used to repair crooked, dark, smile design commences as ceramic and porcelain for their history. Veneers are also often shown to provide long-term HEALTHY, HAPPY AND badly damaged or heavily filled this will ensure that you ll have aesthetic and functional results. used by the team to close small wear resistance, comfort, and CONFIDENT. teeth as well as addressing unsightly gaps. Whether to a smile you love for years to come. LIFE BENEFITS gaps which can provide an excellent finishing touch or in stability. Chipped or broken teeth obtain a Hollywood smile or Here is an overview of some l Strengthens remaining tooth places where tooth alignment is are one of the most frequent completely natural look - the of the treatments used to structure slightly askew. concerns that patients face and choice is yours. These cosmetic enhance the appearance of a l Natural-looking restoration are often filled using composite options can bring the smile smile: l Functions like a real tooth, LIFE BENEFITS material. Such restorations back to your face and restore so you can bite and chew as l Simple and quick solution can add length to shorter lost confidence caused by MORE ABOUT CROWNS usual to improve the cosmetic teeth, close gaps and are a unsightly teeth. A crown is a particular type of appearance of teeth very cost-effective means of We use a variety of restoration used to completely MORE ABOUT VENEERS l Long-lasting smile transforming the smile. The techniques at the CDG and to cover a tooth that may be Veneers are used in the front enhancement composite material used is assure you of great results, heavily broken down or of the mouth and take the form l Natural-looking restoration subtle and blended to your own our dentists are proud to be damaged, have a root canal of a thin porcelain shell that shade. Full Members of the British filling or to strengthen a tooth covers the tooth and enhances MORE ABOUT FILLINGS Academy of Cosmetic that is prone to heavy wear its aesthetic appearance. They AND COMPOSITE LIFE BENEFITS Dentistry. When creating from the bite. In addition to are used to great effect by RESTORATIONS l Natural-looking restoration your new smile, you and your function, a crown can also the dentists at the CDG and Fillings are a treatment that l Improved cosmetic dentist will journey together be used to provide a pleasing address patient concerns such most patients are likely to appearance of filled teeth to find the correct shapes and aesthetic result that can as colour, shape, position and experience at some point while still being able to bite sizes of tooth to suit you best. enhance appearance, shape surface appearance to provide in their lifetime and so Jon, and chew as usual With our Envision a Smile or alignment. Crowns are also you with a smile you can be Jonathan and Jeremy have l Hard-wearing restorative software you can also try used to restore implants and truly confident about. Veneers plentiful practice in placing solution before you buy and see an their strength in this instance can also be used for teeth that fillings that are founded image of the kind of results you is excellent in providing a have been chipped or broken. upon ensuring subtlety and can expect from your cosmetic very well-constructed tooth- The use of a veneer or crown biting function. The practice treatment with us. like appearance and function. will be assessed by your dentist exclusively uses white

3 FIVE THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT SMILE MAKEOVERS 1 IMPROVING YOUR SMILE Dentists use the term Smile Design to describe 2 TECHNIQUES USED Smile design can incorporate a number of techniques in order to of the tooth, a bit like a false fingernail. Composite is a dental material that can be used to build up teeth in a similar way. 3 IT S NOT JUST TEETH Some people worry that too much gum shows when they smile but many 4 THE WHOLE FACE Sometimes a new smile can highlight other areas of the face that 5 CONFIDENCE BOOST Being able to smile genuinely without feeling conscious can do the process of creating the achieve your goal. This can Both treatments can be used are unaware that this can be could use a little extra help. It wonders for your self-esteem. smile that you dream of. This include orthodontic options where gaps need to be closed or resolved. Gum contouring, or may be the case that, now the This will impact on all areas is because there are various to move the teeth into the if a tooth has been broken. reshaping, is a relatively simple discoloured or wonky teeth of your life, from having more elements that come into play desired position. There are Tooth whitening is often procedure that can be done by that previously caught your eye confidence at work to being with an enhanced smile, its not many different brands available used in conjunction with most your dentist and involves using have been given a new lease of able to relax more in social just all about looks. It s a very for this, many of which are treatments because it gives that a scalpel or a laser to remove life, you re noticing other things settings and enjoy yourself. clever process that takes into so discreet they are almost extra enhanced and healthy excess gum and expose more instead. For example, lines consideration the aesthetics invisible. These systems looking edge to any smile. of your teeth underneath. This around the mouth may become and symmetry of the whole can also be used with other may sound scary and a little more obvious now your eye face in order to provide balance methods of smile enhancement daunting but in fact is done isn t drawn to your teeth. These and harmony as a whole. Not to provide a straighter using anaesthetic so you will can be rectified by Jeremy only that, there are also factors foundation to work from. For not feel a thing and it is very Willetts at CDG, using botox like function that have to come example, veneers or composites quick, especially if a laser is to help given a more youthful into play; what s the point of beautiful looking teeth that can t chew or bite properly? can then be used to make the final perfections to a smile. Veneers are very thin layers of porcelain that fit over the front used. appearance to match your dazzling new smile. DENTISTS USE THE TERM SMILE DESIGN TO DESCRIBE THE PROCESS OF CREATING THE SMILE THAT YOU DREAM OF.

4 ASK THE EXPERT JONATHAN WOOD, GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTIST - QUALIFIED PRACTICE ASSESSOR BDS - GDC NO Q: DOES A SMILE Q: HOW PERMANENT IS A Q: DO YOUR TEETH GET MAKEOVER GIVE YOU A SMILE MAKEOVER? FILED BACK WHEN YOU A SMILE MAKEOVER IS ABOUT WORKING OUT WHAT YOU DON T LIKE, UNDERSTANDING YOUR ASPIRATIONS AND LOOKING AT THE TECHNIQUES THAT CAN BE USED TO CREATE THE SMILE THAT YOU REALLY WANT FAKE, HOLLYWOOD SMILE? Jonathan Wood: Not unless that s the look you re after. A smile makeover is about understanding your aspirations, working out what you don t like and looking at the techniques that can be used to create the smile that you really want. Most dentists will recommend a natural look that will be as kind to the teeth as possible and that Jonathan Wood: Orthodontic treatment will move the teeth into new positions and will usually be held in place with a discreet wire at the back to prevent them from moving back, so this is a permanent treatment. Veneers last many years but can break or chip, just like a normal tooth can, so you need to be careful with and look after them as you would GET VENEERS? Jonathan Wood: As members of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, all of our clinicians uphold the focus on minimalistic and conservative tooth removal when enhancing your smile. There is an element of tooth filing in preparation for dental veneers. This is to remove the shiny outside layer of the enamel in order to ensure will suit you for the long term your natural teeth, although the veneer can properly bond to rather than being fashionable veneers can be repaired or the tooth and will only be a tiny right now. replaced. Tooth whitening is layer the same thickness of the not permanent as it simply veneer to ensure it doesn t Q: HOW LONG DOES THE removes the stains that build up stick out. TREATMENT TAKE? from ageing and certain foods Jonathan Wood: This really all and drinks. You will notice the depends on what your goals teeth will gradually discolour are and what treatment your but you can have the treatment dentist recommends in order to again to keep those pearly achieve those desires. If ortho is whites gleaming. required this will this treatment will be completed before any finishing tooth treatments, such as whitening, veneers or composite build-ups can commence.

5 Here is a breakdown of the treatments that can be used in makeovers Smile Makeover Treatment What is it? What it does Tooth whitening Lightens the shade of teeth Tackles discolouration in the enamel to provide a whiter overall appearance FACT: Having a great smile opens doors Direct Bonding Tooth-coloured cosmetic resin applied directly to teeth Repairs decayed, chipped, cracked or discoloured teeth Studies have shown: Veneers Thin, tooth-coloured coverings bonded onto the front surfaces of the teeth Covers cracks, chips and discolouration as well as crooked teeth and can be used to close small gaps Sonny Smileur 25/M/London Find Love Crowns Shaped porcelain ʻcapʼ that is placed over a tooth Placed on decay-damaged teeth to protect and restore appearance and function For fun: I love keeping fit, adverntures & making the most out of my free time! Bridges Porcelain tooth restorations that attach to existing teeth Fills gaps between teeth to restore biting function and appearance Likes: confidence! A good smile 7 3 % Match.com found that 73% of Americans 58% of men think a would be more likely to womanʼs teeth are the trust someone with a most important physical nice smile than someone with a good job, feature outfit or car on dating sites, people with straight teeth are 57% more likely to get a date based on their profile photo alone on dating sites, people with straight teeth are 38% more likely to be perceived as smart Sparkling teeth make people look up to 5 years younger Great teeth improves employment potential by 10% People with whiter teeth are thought to earn 10,000 more on average than in reality Kate Beckinsale Orthodontics White fillings C h e r y l F e r n a n d e s Ve r s i n i A wide range of orthodontic treatments are available, from more extensive Orthopaedic Orthodontics to shorter Aesthetic Orthodontics Composite dental material used to fill teeth Did you know the following celebrities have had a Tom Cruise G e o r g e C l o o n e y Corrects bite, closes gaps between teeth, straightens teeth A tooth-coloured material that can be used to restore damaged or cracked teeth or replace existing and unsightly metallic or ʻsilverʼ fillings that give the teeth a dark appearance? O p r a h W i n f r e y Ben Affleck Smile makeovers encompass many different types of dental treatments and can dramatically improve the appearance and function of a persons' teeth. The treatments used in a smile makeover depend on a patients' oral health needs and desires for their aesthetic smile features. Our team is trained and experienced to create smile makeovers with excellent results that patients are proud to show off. NOW YOU CAN HAVE THE CELEBRITY SMILE YOUʼVE ALWAYS WANTED! If you are interested in finding out about your own smile makeover, contact us today CONTACT CONTACT US TODAY US TO TODAY BOOK YOUR TO BOOK FREE A CONSULTATION FREE CONSULTATION AND DISCUSS TO DISCUSS YOUR TREATMENT YOUR TREATMENT NEEDS Sources: British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Match.com, Huffington Post, Daily Mail

6 CASE STUDY BEFORE DENTIST: JONATHAN WOOD TREATMENT: SMILE DESIGN WITH VENEER AND CROWNS Testimonial: After hearing an advertisement on a local radio station for a free consultation at The Cosmetic Dental Group, I decided to book an appointment to see what they could do for me, as I was becoming a little bit self-conscious about my smile. Every member of staff at the practice was very friendly and all the treatment suggested was presented to me in a folder, along with the costs involved. I now have a smile that people comment on all the time and am more than happy with all the treatment I received. I would recommend the practice to anyone. I NOW HAVE A SMILE THAT PEOPLE COMMENT ON ALL THE TIME AND AM MORE THAN HAPPY WITH ALL THE TREATMENT I RECEIVED. AFTER

7 CASE STUDY DENTIST: For as long as I can remember I the procedure was completely JEREMY WILLETTS have never been happy with the pain-free and comfortable. I TREATMENT: appearance of my teeth; always walked out already beaming SMILE DESIGN a closed smile in family photos even on my wedding day. I admit I was the type of guy to only visit the dentist if I had a and confident that this was a great decision. Four weeks later I was back in the chair for the fit of the permanent teeth. Again THE END RESULT IS A MUCH HAPPIER, MORE CONFIDENT ME, AND A WHITE SMILE I AM HAPPY TO SHOW OFF pain or needed some treatment. Jeremy put me at ease talking BEFORE My wife then started working at The Cosmetic Dental Group to me the entire time explaining what he was doing. This and as the months went by she appointment was very quick often came home telling me and the end result is a much what amazing work they did happier, more confident me, and how lovely it was to see and a white smile I am happy to people s confidence boosted show off! and how happy they were at the CDG comes highly end of their treatment. recommended, the entire team So I initially booked a are professional, friendly and complimentary chat which know their stuff. Well worth a was a whole new world to me. visit. AFTER I was offered various options to improve my smile. Jeremy talked me through each option in great detail, advising me of what would be involved including time scales and fees. I chose veneers and crowns for the top front six teeth. The first appointment to fit the temporary teeth was two hours. I felt a little anxious, however