Hemel Hempstead dentist right now? When patients decide to go ahead with fixed ceramic braces at our Hemel Hempstead dental practice, they can relax safe in the knowledge that they are in the very best hands. Your dentist will begin by carefully and securely attaching individual ceramic brackets to the front of each tooth on the arch to be straightened (this could be the top teeth, bottom teeth or both). The ceramic brackets will be either clear or white. A thin wire is then used to connect each bracket, which is usually a light metal or tooth coloured, again designed to blend into the teeth. Finally, the wire is attached to the brackets using small elastic bands, known as ligatures, which are usually the same colour as the brackets too. See extra info on dental implants. If you’re interested to find out if a dental implant is a suitable treatment for you, one of our experienced clinicians will carry out a full assessment in order to make a recommendation about the most suitable course of action. This includes deciding whether a bone graft may be necessary prior to, or at the same time, as the implant treatment. Using our in-house CBCT scanner, we can accurately assess your jaw bone without you having to travel to London for these scans. Your dentist will also discuss the procedure with you and answer any questions you may have, as well as giving you plenty of time to decide if this is the right treatment for you.

Using clear, custom-made trays, Invisalign gently moves the teeth into the desired position, creating the smile you have always wanted. By moulding each tray to exactly fit your mouth, this transparent straightening system fits snugly over the teeth, barely detectable by others, even when having a face-to-face conversation. Many patients also really like the fact that the trays are removable, so although we recommend they are worn for the majority of the time, they can be taken out for eating, cleaning and important events.

The best dental advice ? Brush your mouth properly! Yes, I said mouth, not teeth. The reason is that your teeth is not the only thing in your mouth; you have your gum, your tongue and the roof of your mouth. Those need cleaning too. When brushing, place the bristles of the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle near the gum line, such that the bristles are in contact with both the teeth and the gum. Brush using a back and forth, up and down movement. When you are done repeat the same procedure for the inner surfaces of your teeth and gum. Then brush the surfaces of your tongue and roof of your mouth. This will help to get rid of bacteria that cause bad breath. Remember to brush your teeth and gum lightly; do not attack them with the bristles, as this will do more harm than good.

We’re committed to helping everyone enjoy the very best oral health, so you can experience a lifetime of happy, confident smiles. We’ve created an extensive treatment list at our relaxed, comfortable practice so you can have the peace of mind that you can access whatever dental support you want and need under one roof, from a team you know and trust. Take a look at some of the kind testimonials we have received to find out more about what it’s like to be a patient at Landmark Dental, or get in touch with the team if you have any questions or would like to book an appointment. Discover additional information at private dentist