Dental Pain can be extremely uncomfortable and difficult to treat without understanding the reason for the problem. The gentle and professional team at Dental Care Centre can diagnose your dental issue and talk you through your treatment options to get you out of pain and restore the health and appearance of your smile. Give us a call today.
Toothache
Teeth can become sore as a result of a crack or break or if decay affects the structure of the tooth. If left untreated toothache can become incredibly painful and unpleasant. With dedicated daily emergency appointments we aim to get you out of pain and on with your day.
Broken/Chipped Teeth
Teeth can break for many different reasons such as trauma, wear or decay. If left undetected or untreated a small issue can turn into a costly fix or unwanted extraction.
There are many different ways you can fix a tooth once it is cracked or broken. These can range from a simple white filling to a more complex crown or bridge solution. If the crack or break has affected the root of the tooth then a root filling is sometimes required. The Dentists at Dental Care Centre can talk you through treatment options to help you choose the right option for your needs and budget.
Missing Teeth/Gaps in smile
Take a book from the shelf and the rest fall over. Similarly remove a tooth from the mouth and over time the remaining teeth can twist and tip. This can cause problems for eating and can increase the pressure on the remaining teeth which can cause them to break more easily.
There are many ways to replace teeth, these can include crowns, bridges, partial dentures or implants. Let us talk you through the options to help you decide on the right option for you.
Bleeding Gums
Sore and bleeding gums when you brush your teeth is a sign of Gingivitis and indicates your teeth and gums are not in good health. If left untreated the inflammation can cause bone to disappear around the teeth and cause teeth to drift and become loose and eventually fall out. Regular visits to the hygienist coupled with good at home routines can manage this issue and restore the health of your gums and teeth.
Discoloured Teeth
The surface of the teeth can become discoloured and stained by foods drinks and medication. Surface staining can be reversed by regular visits to the hygienist. Bleaching using custom made bleaching trays and professional quality gels cand help whiten your teeth. Internal discolouration can require more complex dental procedures such as crowns, veneers and implants. Our experienced Dentists can talk through treatment options to find the right solution for you.
Infected Teeth
Pain, swelling, discolouration or a nasty taste in your mouth can be caused by bacteria colonising pockets around the teeth and or burrowing into the tooth’s surface. The good news is not all infected teeth need to be removed and if caught early there can often be a number of options to restore the health of the tooth. The gentle dentists at Dental Care Centre use the latest technology to diagnose your dental issues and talk through dental treatment options. Give us a call today.
Food Trapping
Food trapping is a reality for most people but what can you do when the food gets stuck? Regular flossing between the teeth is the best way to remove food caught between teeth. Careful use of a toothpick or interdental brushes can also alleviate the issue. It is important to regularly remove any food caught in the teeth as leaving it between teeth will inevitably result in tooth decay, bleeding gums and bone loss around the tooth root. If you are regularly suffering from food trapping it may be a sign of a break or crack in a tooth, a change in the condition of an existing filling or that there may have been movement in your teeth. With the use of x-rays and photographs the Dentist will be able to assess what is happening and offer treatment options to address this issue.
Loose Teeth
Just like a fence post in the ground your teeth need a good support structure to keep them in place and prevent them from becoming wobbly. Teeth can become loose if the gums and roots (the part of the tooth below the gum) are not kept clean and healthy. Deterioration of the root structure is often related to gum disease (sore swollen or bleeding gums associated with bacterial build up below the gum line). If left unchecked this bacteria eats away and erodes the root of the tooth causing the tooth to move in the mouth or become wobbly. The good news is that with regular cleaning and check-ups this deterioration can be prevented and in some cases reversed.
Crooked Teeth
Misaligned or crooked teeth can affect your confidence and the appearance of your smile. It can also affect your ability to keep your teeth clean and the wear and stress on your teeth caused by unusual wear pattern or biting forces. Dental Care Centre offers orthodontic treatment to realign teeth and correct the way teeth meet to improve both the appearance and function of your teeth. Suitable for teens and adults let our skilled team help you achieve your dental needs. Give us a call today.
Teeth Grinding and clenching/ Sore Jaw
Unconscious teeth grinding and clenching can occur and result in sore teeth, jaws and tension headaches. There are a variety of treatment options that can reduce or remediate the symptons associated with these issues. Night guards can reduce the wear on teeth, botox and dysport can relax muscles and minimise symptoms. Give us a call to find out more.