Treatments
General Dentistry
Want a brighter looking smile?
General dentistry covers a wide range of treatments, all of which are hugely important to preserving oral health. Our state-of-the-art dental practice is the perfect place for you to get a check-up, visit the hygienist or even undergo dental surgery - simply put, we’re here to provide you with a premium dental care experience.
Our award-winning practice is amongst the busiest in West Yorkshire. This is due to our commitment to providing a plethora of treatment options, all at the highest standard of quality. Our expert, welcoming staff are waiting for your arrival!
What we can help you with
We encounter dental problems / enquiries all the time, and we’re positive we’ll be able to help fix whatever it is that’s bothering you! Amongst the many issues that patients have when contacting us, two treatment types are usually involved:
Restorative Treatments - This is when we’ll have to restore a tooth that’s been damaged or broken through decay/trauma. Common restorative treatments include fillings, crowns, tooth extractions etc.
Preventative Treatments - The purpose here is to act quickly, before oral health issues or diseases occur. We have an excellent team of dental hygienists who’ll be able to advise you on how you should maintain good oral hygiene - as well as keeping you informed on whether you need more invasive treatments.
More about General Dentistry
Bleeding gums shouldn’t be ignored
If your gums are bleeding whilst brushing your teeth, it’s important that you know what this means for your oral health. Bleeding is caused by plaque build-up, and if ignored, it could lead to gum disease. The key to preventing this from happening is to brush properly twice a day, as well as flossing. If you still find that your gums are bleeding, please arrange an appointment so that an expert may advise you.
If your tooth’s been knocked out, see a dentist immediately
It’s understood that once your tooth has been knocked out, you should get to a dentist inside 30 minutes. This could well be what saves your tooth, as any longer and it may be too late. If it’s an adult tooth, try and place it back - if possible.
If you need to take it to the dentist, the best way to handle a broken tooth is to hold it by the crown (white part) and not the root! It’s also vital that you rinse the tooth in milk, before keeping it between your gums and cheek for much needed moisture.
General dentistry
Key facts to remember
X-rays are extremely useful and nothing to be afraid of!
We use X-rays in order to have a comprehensive understanding of your oral health. It gives us the ability to see things we simply can’t see with a naked eye – all to help provide you with a more accurate, streamlined dental service. The amount of radiation is also minimal so there’s nothing to be concerned about!
Fluoride is key for your child’s teeth
As fluoride is a natural mineral, it’s completely safe as well as being a great way to prevent tooth decay.
The ways in which it works, is by remineralising the enamel that’s been weakened, which essentially means it’s helping to strengthen the teeth! Fluoride is also proven to stunt growth of harmful bacteria.
There’s a solution for sensitive teeth!
If you have sensitive teeth, there are a few things you can try. There are, for example, specific toothpastes designed for sensitive teeth that can be of great help to you. It may help to avoid brushing your teeth straight after eating, for up to 1 hour. If the problem persists, please contact us for a visit at Clarendons, so that our experts may take a closer look.
FAQ’s
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For most people, every 6 months is recommended. Some patients with exceptional circumstances however, may need to schedule more visits.
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The best way is to limit the build-up of plaque, and we do this by regularly brushing and flossing in the right way. In addition to this, visiting the dental practice for thorough professional cleaning will go a long way to ensuring the removal of plaque, which will help to prevent gum disease.
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A child’s first visit to the dentist should be when they get their first tooth and should be no later than 1 year after their birth. This exposure to the dental setting will prepare your child for future routine visits so that they become normal and expected.
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Eat and drink as normal
Be careful not to bite or burn yourself while you are numb. Try soft/cool foods if you are struggling
Discomfort/Pain
This is likely for up to a week and you may take any painkillers you can buy over the counter or at the chemist (stick to correct doses on the back of the box) the pain should get better rather than worse
Avoid:
1. Smoking and alcohol
This may impair the extraction site healing process. Try not to smoke for 48 hours2. Exercise, spitting and rinsing
These may cause bleeding from the extraction site to re-start3. Touching the extraction site
A trace of blood in the mouth is normal
However, if there is significant bleeding then:
Sit up; roll up a clean handkerchief/tissue or gauze
Place it over the socket and bite down to put pressure on the wound for 30 minutesHot salt water mouth washes from tomorrow (every few hours, after food or as needed).
Teaspoon of salt in mug of hot water – careful not to burn yourself.
This may ease local discomfort and keep the extraction site clean.Expect some discomfort, limited mouth opening and/or swelling at the extraction site.
If you have persistent bleeding or the pain is getting worse you should contact us on:
Phone: 0113 2459004
Email: imos@clarendondentalspa.co.uk
OR for out of hours emergencies only please call NHS direct on: 111
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