Oral surgery (taking teeth out)

Oral surgery (taking teeth out)   This article is about Oral Surgery, for those wondering about what this means and what may be involved in this type of procedure. Or, maybe you have been advised to see an oral surgeon for treatment but would like to see some more information.   What is oral surgery?…

Sedation for nervous patients

Sedation for nervous patients   What is sedation? Dental Sedation is usually provided via your vein, otherwise known as intravenous (or IV), but it can also be given per your mouth, nose or through a mask. At The Bristol Dental Practice we usually offer IV, but as every patient is individual, therefore depending on the…

Spot the signs of Gum Disease

Spot the signs of Gum Disease Regular oral and dental hygiene appointments play a large part in your overall personal health and well-being. Here, we present you with just a few great reasons as to why our team at The Bristol Dental practice recommend you have them with us! What does a dental hygienist actually…

COVID-19 Practice Update

Lockdown update 5th January 2021: Following the Government announcement on the 4th January 2021 that we are again in a National lockdown, we can confirm that we will remain open and all appointments can go ahead as planned. Please be assured that we have strict protocols in place to keep you safe whilst you are at…

COVID-19 Practice Update – 26-05-2020

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Following updated legal advice regarding the provision of urgent dental treatment, we are now in a position to begin arranging face to face urgent care where appropriate. We will be in touch with patients who have experienced a dental problem during lockdown who are on our priority list. As we are sure you…

COVID-19 Practice Update – 30-03-2020

Important COVID-19 Information As the situation has developed over the past weeks, it is with great sadness that we have had to temporarily close The Bristol Dental Practice. The situation around COVID-19 has developed rapidly and there is now a nationwide order from the Chief Dental Officer for England mandating the closure of all primary…

COVID-19 Practice Update – 26-03-2020

Important COVID-19 Information Dear patient, We are living through a very challenging time for many people and, as you can imagine, the Coronavirus outbreak represents a very unique challenge to us a dental practice. As the situation has developed over the weekend and early this week, it is with great sadness we have taken the…

COVID-19 Practice Update – 16-03-2020

Covid-19 Practice Update We would like to reassure our patients that as a practice we are following the advice and guidance of the Government and English Medical Authorities, we do expect this guidance to change over the next few days or weeks and we will keep you updated as these changes arise. Our aim is…