If you lose a tooth, there are various options available to you; we always recommend replacing missing teeth because gaps in your smile can contribute to oral health problems, as well as affecting the way your smile looks.

 Why is it beneficial to replace missing teeth?

It is important to replace missing teeth for a number of reasons; firstly, gaps in your teeth affect the aesthetic of your smile, which can also have an impact on your confidence and self-esteem. It is also common for missing teeth to affect speech and your ability to chew food properly and missing teeth can also cause the remaining teeth to start to move out of position, which can make brushing difficult, which increases the risk of decay and gum disease. Replacing missing teeth enables you to enjoy a full range of functions, as well as a healthy looking, attractive smile.

 Single dental implants

If you lose a single tooth, either through injury, trauma or decay, dental implants are a great option. Dental implants are small titanium screw-like dental devices, which are used to replace the root of the missing tooth; the implant is placed in a socket in the jaw bone and then left to integrate into the bone. It is possible to attach the implant to a dental bridge, denture or crown in order to replace any number of missing teeth; in the case of a single missing tooth, the implant is attached to a new dental crown.

Once the crown has been attached, the tooth will look exactly like a natural tooth; the crown will be matched to the colour of the natural teeth and it will also function in the same way as your other teeth.

Single implants are a popular choice for younger patients who have lost a tooth as a result of a    sports injury or accident; they are the best option in this case because they are designed to last for many years and they provide the best aesthetics. Contact the team at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick for more information.

Orthodontics is the dental speciality concerned with preventing and correcting improper bites and facial irregularities. A crooked smile can range in extremity from a cosmetic problem to an all-round bite problem, causing immense discomfort. Regardless of how extreme it is, we at Sparkle Dental Boutique are here to help with all your orthodontic needs. It all begins, however, with an orthodontic assessment.

The initial assessment

This is the point where you voice your hopes and concerns. Following this, we will carry out a comprehensive examination of your teeth, face and jaw. Photographs, moulds and x-rays of your teeth are sometimes made during this process. Following all this, we will use our expertise to diagnose any underlying problems and come up with a full orthodontic plan for you. This initial visit should take about an hour; this is so we can thoroughly asses all issues relating to your treatment. In some cases, a second visit may be required so as to give us more time to examine your dental records. Following this assessment, you will also be able to discuss the various payment plans we offer.

The next appointment

Once all records have been examined and a plan has been devised, we will then prepare you for your braces. Prior to fitting the brace, you will have an appointment with our hygienist. This will ensure that your teeth are as clean as possible before the brace is fitted.

The fixed brace

A fixed brace consists of multiple brackets, either ceramic or metallic, which are joined together by a slender piece of wire which is commonly referred to as the ‘archwire’. In some instances the brackets can be fitted on the inside of one’s teeth, thus rendering them practically invisible. This type of fixed brace is called a lingual brace.

The advantages of a fixed brace

Numerous removable aligner treatments are available for cosmetic problems, but fixed braces are still the most reliable and versatile type of braces. They also eliminate the potential for the human error which can ruin or delay removable aligner treatment: If you can’t take them out, you can’t forget to put them back in!

Talk to us

Thinking of getting orthodontic treatment? Contact us at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick to book a consultation!

The last thing you want to happen when you have gone through months of wearing braces is for your teeth to relapse and ruin your gorgeous new smile. This is why we advise all our patients to wear a retainer following orthodontic treatment.

Why do I need to wear a retainer?

If you’ve been wearing a brace for weeks, months of even years, you may not think that you need to wear a retainer, but the truth is that wearing a retainer is essential to preserving the look of your new smile. Braces move the teeth into position, but if you don’t wear a retainer after treatment, the teeth can start to move and slip out of their new position, which undoes all the hard work of the past months.

About retainers

Retainers are a type of orthodontic appliance designed to hold your teeth in their newly straightened position. There are fixed and removable retainers that are designed for the upper and lower sets of teeth. They form an essential part of orthodontic treatment, helping to preserve your newly straightened smile and reducing the risk of you needing repeat treatment.

Fixed retainers

Fixed retainers are usually applied to the back of your upper or lower teeth and are often comprised of a fine wire that sits at the back of your teeth. They are not highly visible and should not cause you any major discomfort. The benefit of fixed retainers is that they are guaranteed to work because they are fixed in place and the success of treatment is not dependent on you remembering to put them in.

Removable retainers

Removable retainers are ideal for people who want a little more flexibility, but it is important to wear your retainer for the recommended time. They can be made from plastic (known as an Essix retainer) or plastic and wire (known as a Hawley retainer).

Which retainer should I choose?

Your Sparkle Dental Boutique dentist will be happy to discuss the different treatment options with you. In some cases, a specific type of retainer may be recommended, while in others, the patient will be invited to choose from a range of options. We are happy to explain how the retainers work and to answer any questions you may have. We will also advise you on how to look after your retainer and keep it clean at the Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick.

When not only the tooth, but also the nerve of the tooth becomes infected, there is only one solution left and that is root canal treatment.

What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment, also called endodontic therapy, is a dental procedure that treats the infection that is located at the centre of a tooth. This infection may occur when fillings leak, teeth suffer a trauma (like a hit or a fall) or simply when you are dealing with tooth decay.

However, you may not even know if you have or don’t have an infection. The best way to be sure is to take an x-ray.

The infection

The bacteria infect the pulp that surrounds your teeth, causing it to slowly die. After that, not only does it increase in number, but it will also start passing down to the root canal, causing your tooth to become more and more painful. Note that, in extreme circumstances, your face may also become swollen.

How does it work?

In order to remove the bacteria, you will need a minimum of 2 visits to your dentist. Firstly, the doctor will clean the root canal by cleaning all the abscesses from your tooth. Also, a temporary filling will be placed.

The second visit can take place the next day. This time the dentist will check for signs of the infection and if everything is all right, he will fill the tooth permanently. In order to better protect and strengthen the tooth, a crown may also be placed.

What to do after having a root canal treatment?

The doctors recommend that after a root canal treatment you should avoid biting on hard foods for a while. Also, as usual, you should try and maintain a good oral hygiene by not smoking and by not having too much sugary food in your diet. For more information about our root canal treatment at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick please contact the team today.

Dr Sunita Verma is one of the UK’s leading female dentists; she has a wealth of experience and she has treated clients from all over the world.

Dr Verma has more than 20 years of experience and her reputation is so impressive that patients travel hundreds, even thousands, of miles to see her. In 2010, Dr Verma became the first woman in the UK to receive accreditation from the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

About Dr Sunita Verma

Dr Sunita Verma set up Sparkle Dental Boutique to provide clients with the finest range of treatments to create beautiful, natural smiles and boost confidence. Dr Verma knows what a difference a beautiful smile can make and she wanted to enable patients to access the latest treatments so that they could enjoy a radiant, healthy smile and all the benefits it brings.

Since opening, Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick has won a host of awards and firmly established itself as one of the London’s leading private dental clinics. The treatment list is expanding all the time and the team is lively, vibrant and highly motivated.

Female dentists

Dentistry is an increasingly popular career option for women and the number of female applicants for dental courses in the UK is increasing year on year. Some patients prefer to see a female dentist and Dr Sunita Verma has been instrumental in encouraging more women to follow the career path she took.

Dr Sunita Verma has been hailed as a role model for Asian women after winning the Professional of the Year Award at the 2009 Asian Women of Achievement Awards. She is actively involved in a number of associations and organisations and is regarded as one of Britain’s most influential female dentists.

Most of us enjoy a good night’s sleep; there’s nothing like waking up, checking your watch and realising you don’t have to get up and you can snooze until your heart’s content. Unfortunately, many people struggle with their sleep, and if you’re losing sleep over the state of your smile, we can help!

Research studies and opinion polls show that the majority of people list their smile as their most important feature, so it’s understandable that you may feel self-conscious if you think your smile is unattractive, uneven or unhealthy looking. Unfortunately, it’s rare to have a perfect smile, but there are loads of treatments and services that can help to transform your smile and ensure that you can sleep easy in the knowledge that your smile looks great.

Cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry has become incredibly popular over the course of the last decade and with so many amazing treatments on the market, anyone can have a beautiful, radiant smile.

Popular treatments include tooth whitening, veneers, cosmetic bonding and cosmetic braces and if you want a really dramatic change and a guaranteed A-list worthy smile, a smile makeover could be just the ticket.

Cosmetic dental treatments are specifically designed to improve the look of the teeth and we can recommend treatments for any flaw, from stained and discoloured teeth, to misaligned teeth, a gummy smile or worn, chipped teeth.

If you’ve been worried about the festive season and the New Year because you don’t feel your best and you’re concerned about the appearance of your smile, there is a whole host of treatments that can help to give you the smile of your dreams, so don’t panic! Give us a call today and see how we could help you get the perfect smile. For more information about cosmetic dental treatments please contact the team at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick.

Kids (and big kids) who want to meet Santa with a perfect smile can now have a barely noticeable brace which will transform crooked teeth in just six months. Show Santa a set of pearly white straight teeth and you never know, you might just get everything on your Christmas wish list after all!

State-of-the-art technology means that brace-wearers no longer need to feel self-conscious. Fixed cosmetic braces will leave you with a straight smile, without the conspicuous look of traditional braces. They are very discreet and you can continue to lead your normal life knowing your teeth will soon be straightened.

Six Month Smiles treatment

Clear wires and brackets are used to attain straight teeth in an average time of six months, a shorter time than it would take with fixed braces and other traditional treatments, This speed is perfect for those wanting to have a perfect, straight smile in time for an occasion.

The six lower and upper (anterior) teeth are the main priority as they are the ones that people see when you smile. These teeth are safely and carefully nudged into the right position, through the use of wires and braces which blend right in with your teeth due to their natural colour. The braces then quickly move the teeth by using low pressure.

Fast treatment time

Six month smiles treatment is able to work quickly as the braces solely focus on the teeth that can be seen when you smile allowing for faster treatment time and quicker results. If you would like more information on Six Month Smiles treatment then please contact the team at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick.

After the removal of braces there is nothing more important to the patient than maintaining that wonderful new smile. Through the course of treatment that may have taken years, an orthodontic patient develops a galvanised determination to protect what braces have managed to achieve. Unfortunately, teeth have a tendency to slowly move after the removal of a brace. At Sparkle we offer a range of retainers to keep that smile wonderful.

What is a retainer?

There are two kinds of retainer, removal and fixed. They perform the exact same function by stopping the movement of the teeth and keeping them in the exact same position that the brace left them in. There are many variations of retainer, made of many different materials and perform the same function in different ways.

Removable retainers

Removable retainers are made from either wire and hard plastic, called the Hawley retainer, are made of just hard plastic which is called the Essix retainer. These can be made for the lower or upper teeth. The upper retainer fits into the roof of the mouth and like the lower retainer, can be removed for cleaning the teeth and eating amongst other things. Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick will advise which is the best retainer for each patient’s lifestyle.

Fixed retainers

Fixed retainers are made of wire and are cemented to the back of the teeth. This type of retainer can be fitted to lower or upper teeth and provides a discreet, effective treatment that ensures the smile that has been worked so hard for will last a lifetime. There could be nothing worse from a orthodontic point of view that allowing teeth to regress and return towards their original positions.

Wearing dentures can be uncomfortable. Loose fitting dentures can make biting and chewing difficult. The range of food that can be eaten can be limited as a result. Speech can also be affected and sometimes the gag reflex can be triggered. Inevitably self-esteem suffers. At Sparkle we have an alternative and it is called All-on-4.

New Teeth in One Day

All-on-4 is a remarkable new option for denture wearers. It has all the benefits of fixed dentures and then a few more spare. The treatment takes its name from attaching a complete arc of teeth to 4 implants. The raft of benefits include speaking naturally, not having to worry that the denture will come loose, not needing to buy any more denture adhesives or powders, and most importantly, finally getting the teeth and smile that the patient had always wanted.

How Is It Possible in One Day?

The majority of All-on-4 patients don’t require to bone grafting. With just 4 implants there is plenty of room for manoeuvre which can avoid the expensive and painful process of bone grafting. As soon as the new teeth are attached, full and complete functionality is available to the patient. In other words, everything is on the menu. A limited range of foods is a thing of the past. All-on-4 treatment saves time and is a permanent solution. There really isn’t a downside to All-on-4 Same-Day Teeth. Quite literally a new smile in a day with the added bonus of instant functionality, the freedom of normal teeth and the freedom from dentures. All-on-4 Same-Day Teeth can put the happiness back into your smile. Contact the team at Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick for more information.

The value of having that perfect smile should not be underestimated. Shying away from your smile could affect your quality of life and as far back as 400BC, people have been looking for solutions to imperfections; metal bands have been reportedly found wrapped around the teeth on ancient mummified bodies! So it’s completely normal to want to improve your smile, and if you feel like switching on a dazzling smile today, consult Sparkle Dental Boutique near Chiswick about ceramic braces.

How do Ceramic Braces Differ?

Most people, when thinking about getting braces, will immediately envision themselves with a mouth full of unsightly metal and instantly choose not to go down that path. However, ceramic braces offer a brilliant alternative to these ‘train tracks’. The ceramic used is translucent and the braces are designed to blend in with a patient’s teeth. The ties used are also barely noticeable, often made of clear elastic or white metal. The overall result is a brace just as powerful as conventional braces, but far more discreet that allows the patient to be bold with their smile and no longer shy away. This option is very popular with both adults and teenagers, and could be exactly what you need to light up your life.

Pain, Cost and Other Worries

In this modern day, treatments are becoming more and more affordable and due to improvements in technology and equipment, they are also becoming more and more bearable. As with normal braces, some slight discomfort may be felt depending on the severity of the imperfection that needs correcting, but as most customers of ceramic braces will tell you, some slight discomfort is a small price to pay for a life-changing treatment. And the cost? That’s a small price to pay as well.