What are dental implants?
So, what are cosmetic dental implants? Dental implants are an extremely effective and increasingly popular solution to replace lost teeth. Dental implants are essentially artificial replacements for the lost root part of a tooth and are anchored in your jaw-bone using a pre-drilled socket. They are then able to support a crown, bridge or denture. […]
Sarah gets a brand new zygomatic smile
Sarah gets a brand-new zygomatic smile… Have a look at our latest happy patient. Janice had been wearing a full upper denture for quite some time and found it didn’t stay in place, making it very uncomfortable and making it difficult to enjoy all the foods she knew she should eat to have […]
Parents warned about acidity levels in fruit drinks
Parents warned about acidity levels in fruit drinks. The Sunday Telegraph has carried out an investigation into the amount of acid contained in various popular fruit drinks and smoothies, leading to warnings about the damage being done to many children’s teeth. With recently published official statistics showing that dental problems are the third most common.
Missing teeth can cause sleeping problems
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New research questions the link between missing teeth and sleep apnoea. There have been a number of studies suggesting that a link exists between edentulism (the condition of having one or more missing teeth) and obstructive sleep apnoea (also known as OSA – a syndrome characterised by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep).
Dental implant treatments are available at a number of practices
Dental implant treatments are available at Hockerill Dental in Hertfordshire. What are cosmetic dental implants? Dental implants are an extremely effective and increasingly popular solution to replace lost teeth. Dental implants are essentially artificial replacements for the lost root part of a tooth and are anchored in your jaw-bone using a predrilled socket.
Overcoming Fear of Visiting the Dentist
If the prospect of visiting the dentist fills you with dread, you’re certainly not alone. Statistics show that 1 in 4 people are affected by dental phobia. A good dentist will understand these fears, however many practices have procedures in place to minimise stress for their patients.
Can Children Have Dental Implants? What’s Our View?
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Can children have cosmetic dental implants? Although children rarely lose teeth as a result of disease or decay, it is not uncommon for a child to lose a permanent tooth through injury. As parents, we do our best to protect our kids,,
How to keep your Valentine happy with clean teeth
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Keep your valentine happy! A recent survey by the British Dental Health Foundation has revealed that bad breath is a major concern for over 1/4 of the population – not good news for budding romances on Valentine’s Day! More than half of the respondents said that to be attractive, your teeth and smile are […]
Bone Loss Dental Implants – What’s Next?
Can you still have dental implants if you are suffering from severe jawbone loss? With zygomatic implants, the answer is yes!
No Smoking Day 14th March 2025
No Smoking Day, Wednesday 14th March. More than a million smokers are expected to “take the leap” this year on No Smoking Day and quit smoking for good. This is good news for general health and the mouth too! Dr Nigel Carter, British Dental Health Foundation chief executive, says “Smoking presents a […]
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- What are dental implants?
- Sarah gets a brand new zygomatic smile
- Parents warned about acidity levels in fruit drinks
- Missing teeth can cause sleeping problems. More.
- Dental implant treatments are available at a number of practices
- Overcoming Fear of Visiting the Dentist
- Can Children Have Dental Implants? What’s Our View?
- How to keep your Valentine happy with clean teeth
- Bone Loss Dental Implants – What’s Next? More.
- No Smoking Day 14th March
- The Cost of Dental Treatment | Paying for Dental Treatment
- How successful are dental implants? More.
- Dramatic transformation for our latest dental implant patient
- All on 4 Implants by Some of the UK’s Leading All on Four Dentists.
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Although we don’t offer any dental treatments, we do offer advice for those seeking treatment at another practice.
See the links below for amazing practices offering dental treatments.
- Teeth Whitening: ZA Dental
- Implantology: Mews Dental Studio
- White Teeth Treatments: White Teeth Studio
- Bite Correction: HG Cosmetic Dentists