Facial Aesthetics at the Dentist: What Is Anti-Wrinkle Treatment and Is It Right for You?
When people think of a dental practice, facial aesthetics is not always the first thing that comes to mind – but dentists are actually among the best-placed professionals to offer treatments like anti-wrinkle injections. Here is what facial aesthetics at a dental practice involves, and why it makes sense. What Is Anti-Wrinkle Treatment? Anti-wrinkle treatment […]
Wisdom Teeth Removal: What to Expect Before, During and After
Wisdom teeth – the third and final set of molars – usually make their appearance between the ages of 17 and 25. For some people they cause no trouble at all. For many others, they do not have enough room to come through properly, leading to pain, infection or damage to neighbouring teeth. Here is […]
Gum Disease: Symptoms, Causes and How We Treat It
Bleeding gums when you brush might seem like a minor annoyance, but it is often the first warning sign of gum disease – one of the most common (and most overlooked) dental problems we see at Croydon Dental Practice. Left untreated, it is also the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. The good news […]
Is Teeth Whitening Safe? Professional Treatment vs. Online Kits
In the age of Instagram filters and celebrity smiles, having whiter teeth is one of the most common requests we hear at Croydon Dental Practice. However, a quick Google search for “teeth whitening” brings up thousands of options—from charcoal powders and UV light kits on Amazon to professional treatments at the dentist. The price difference […]
Missing a Tooth? Why Dental Implants Are the Gold Standard Solution
Losing a tooth is about more than just a gap in your smile. It can affect your confidence, your ability to chew the foods you love, and even the shape of your face. +1 For decades, the only solutions for missing teeth were dentures (false teeth) or dental bridges. While these options are still available, […]
Composite Bonding vs. Porcelain Veneers: Which Smile Makeover is Best?
Scroll through Instagram or turn on Love Island, and you will see them: perfect, white, symmetrical smiles. For many of our patients in Croydon, the desire to improve their smile is strong, but the terminology can be confusing. Two treatments often come up in conversation: Composite Bonding and Porcelain Veneers. Both can fix chipped teeth, […]
NHS vs. Private Dentistry: Understanding the Difference
If you are looking for a dentist in Croydon, one of the first questions you will face is: “Do you want to be seen as an NHS or Private patient?” For many patients, the difference isn’t entirely clear. Is it just about the price? Is the quality of care different? At Croydon Dental Practice, we […]
Emergency Dentist Guide: What to Do If You Have a Toothache in Croydon
There is nothing quite like the misery of a severe toothache. It can strike at the worst times—late at night, just before a holiday, or right in the middle of a workday. If you are currently in pain, let us give you the most important advice first: Dental pain rarely goes away on its own. […]
Adult Braces: Is It Too Late to Straighten My Teeth?
It is a common scenario: You look in the mirror or see a photo of yourself smiling, and you wish your teeth were straighter. Perhaps you missed out on braces as a teenager, or maybe you did have them, but lost your retainer and your teeth have drifted back. Then comes the hesitation: “Am I […]
Invisalign vs. Metal Braces: Which is Right for You?
Deciding to straighten your teeth is a big decision, but choosing how to do it is often even harder. The two most popular contenders? Traditional Metal Braces and Invisalign® Clear Aligners. At Addiscombe Orthodontics (part of Croydon Dental Practice), we treat hundreds of patients every year with both methods. The truth is, there is no […]