Dreaming of a dazzling smile? With so many whitening options available today – from quick-fix at-home kits to advanced treatments at the dentist – it’s tempting to wonder which choice will be right for you. Teeth whitening has become a cornerstone of modern cosmetic dentistry, offering a simple way to boost confidence and enhance…
A healthy smile starts with effective oral care, and an essential part of maintaining a natural radiance is by managing tartar. Tartar, or dental calculus, is the hardened form of plaque that can cause various dental problems, including bad breath, stains and gum disease if left untreated. Thankfully, modern dental techniques have advanced…
Dental Emergencies: When to Seek Urgent Care for Your Teeth? We’ve all experienced it – a chipped tooth or nagging toothache that causes significant discomfort. Yet, the question lingers: Do we reach out to an emergency dentist or simply wait to discuss it during a check-up appointment? It’s a shared dilemma, where the line…
“How Can I Improve My Smile?” Have you been wanting to improve your smile lately? Well, you’re not the only one. A study conducted in the UK in 2019 revealed that 1-in-5 participants felt more self-conscious about their smile than their body, hair or skin (The Independent). It’s often the first thing people notice…
Yes, you read that correctly. Dental Anxiety is a familiar struggle for most people. Recent studies concluded that 53% of the UK feel scared when visiting the dentist (Source: Dental Phobia UK). But, when the anxiety is so severe that it prevents you from visiting the dentist altogether, that’s what we call Dental Phobia (Dentophobia).
If you struggle with dental phobia, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that as many as half of adults in the UK are scared of the dentist. The good news is that there is something that can be done about dental phobia. Why is it so important to overcome being scared of the dentist? Here are…
If you’ve ever been in a situation where you’ve needed emergency dental care, you’ll know how stressful this can be. But, it shouldn’t have to be. Having an emergency dentist in Bristol you can rely on can help you to feel much more reassured in those times when you do need unexpected care. Here…
It’s estimated that dental phobia affects around 36% of the population, with 12% admitting they have a severe fear of the dentist. Trying to find remedies for anxiety and pain during dental procedures is something humans have been doing for thousands of years, as we’ll come to discuss later in this blog. In 2022, it’s…
If you’re someone who feels their heart rate go up at the thought of going to the dentist, you may benefit from the experience of a compassionate team who really want to help. Read on to learn more about how we can help you overcome your nerves and the amazing IV (intravenous) sedation treatment tool. …
In some cases, oral surgery may need to be performed in the interests of your oral and dental health. Here at The Bristol Dental Practice, we’re experienced at performing oral surgery, whether it’s before dental implants treatment to graft new bone, to place dental implants, or to remove wisdom teeth or failing teeth. Read…