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At The Dental Gallery we offer a broad range of dental services from routine consultations, simple fillings and advice on oral hygiene, to the most up to date and advanced procedures in cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
In addition to our highly qualified general dentists, we have our own team of specialists, each of whom works in his own field, but who combine together to offer a unique breadth and depth of experience and expertise, which can be accessed by every patient.
As teeth are one of the first things we notice about a person, it's worth looking after your smile. Visiting a good dentist and dental practice is the ideal way to ensure that your mouth and teeth stay healthy and attractive.
That's why, at The Dental Gallery, our dental teams are selected from the highest quality practitioners with expertise in all areas of dentistry.
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Orthodontics in Ealing, London
Our Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Sunil Hirani, focuses on all aspects of straightening teeth. Many people think of braces in terms of the conventional metal “train tracks”, but today’s braces can be much more subtle. In addition to the Invisalign Technology, The Dental Gallery offers a variety of fixed orthodontic braces, including both the tooth-coloured ceramic braces, and the Incognito System, which uses a completely invisible appliance. With the Incognito System the braces are hidden behind the upper and lower teeth
Crowns and Bridges in Ealing, London
Dental crowns & bridge are restorations that protect damaged, cracked or broken down teeth. A crown strengthens your existing, damaged tooth so as to preserve its functionality. Dental crowns are also commonly known as caps because a crown sits over your existing tooth, covering the entire outer surface.
If your tooth has undergone significant decay and there is not enough tooth structure remaining to support a filling or an inlay and maintain functionality.
If a large portion of your tooth has fractured and it cannot be built up using traditional composite bonding techniques.
If you have a large cavity and opt for the additional protection a crown offers to your tooth over a large composite filling or an inlay.
If you have had a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, a crown will be fitted to the abutment of the titanium implant.
Following root canal treatment, a crown is often needed to strengthen the tooth.
Dental & Oral Hygiene in Ealing, London
Oral and dental hygiene refers to the practice of keeping your mouth healthy and clean by following regular and correct brushing and flossing routines. This helps to prevent the formation of plaque, which is the sticky film of bacteria that forms on the hard surfaces of teeth, leading to dental decay and gum disease.
Veneers are wafer-thin laminates or shells of tooth coloured material (which can be either porcelain, ceramic or composite bonding material). They are “cemented” to the front surface of teeth to improve their cosmetic appearance. Many dentists use the analogy that dental veneers are for your teeth what false fingernails are for your hands.
There are a wide variety of reasons why patients opt for treatment with dental veneers:
Stained teeth - badly stained teeth that cannot be improved by teeth whitening or prophyflex treatments can be greatly improved by dental veneers, which function to cover any existing stains on your teeth.
Damaged teeth - teeth that have become badly worn through excessive grinding or by carbonated drinks, as well as those that have been chipped or broken, can benefit from veneers. A small chip on a tooth can quickly be repaired with composite bonding, also knows as "composite veneers". A single damaged tooth can easily be repaired with a porcelain veneer that has the same characteristics and colour as you natural teeth.
Gaps - spaces or gaps (diastimas) between your teeth can easily be closed using dental veneers, giving you a more uniform-looking smile.
Crooked teeth - Veneers are not the ideal treatment for crooked teeth, and from the point of view of preserving your natural teeth structure, orthodontics or Invisalign braces would probably a better solution. However, such treatments can take up to a year or longer. For teeth that are not severely crooked, veneers placed over their front surface will give a straight and perfectly aligned-looking smile. For this type of treatment, many people refer to veneers as "instant orthodontics", as you get a similar end result in a fraction of the time. Porcelain veneers will typically last between five and ten years, while composite veneers last a year or two at most. The bottom line is that your veneers will eventually need to be replaced. Although veneers are strongly cemented into place, there have been cases where they come loose and fall off. In such situations, it is important that you keep hold of your veneer and contact your dentist immediately. To make your veneers last longer, follow a good oral hygiene program and visit your dentist for check-ups on a regular basis.
Inlays and Onlays in Ealing, London
Dental inlays and onlays are restorations used to repair rear teeth that have a mild to moderate amount of decay. They can also be used to restore teeth that are cracked or fractured if the damage is not severe enough to require a dental crown. Inlays and onlays are usually made from porcelain, composite resin, and sometimes even from gold. Because they can be created from tooth-colored materials, inlays and onlays are often used to replace metal fillings for patients who desire a more natural looking smile. Read on to find out about how inlays and onlays may be able to enhance your smile’s health and appearance.
In treating dental decay, inlays and onlays help to eliminate tooth sensitivity and eventual tooth loss. Inlays and onlays also offer the following benefits:
Since they can be made from tooth-colored material, including porcelain and composite resin, inlays and onlays are virtually invisible.
Unlike metal fillings, inlays and onlays will not expand or contract in response to temperature changes caused by hot or cold foods. This change in size can cause teeth to weaken or fracture. The use of inlays and onlays requires less tooth reduction than does the use of metal fillings. This allows dentists to conserve more of a patient’s natural tooth structure in the treatment process. Because of the way inlays and onlays are made, they help to strengthen teeth by up to 75 percent.
The durable material from which inlays and onlays are made helps them last up to 30 years, much longer than that of conventional fillings.
Inlays and onlays can replace silver fillings to create a healthier, more natural-looking smile.
By saving decayed teeth, inlays and onlays prevent the need for more extensive treatment later on.
White fillings, composite bonding in Ealing, London
Dental bonding is a technique that has been used in cosmetic dentistry for many years and can transform your smile in just a single visit. The process involves the skilful/artistic use of the correct amount and colour of "dental composite", which is a mouldable material with a paste-like consistency made from acrylic resins and a variety of fillers, depending on the type used. Bonding is used for a variety of cosmetic dental procedures, including:
Filling dental cavities - "white fillings"
Replacing metal or amalgam fillings
Repairing broken and chipped teeth
Closing gaps between teeth (diastamas)
Reshaping teeth
Smile makeovers - composite veneers
Composite "white" fillings
Dental composite bonding is a popular choice for fillings because the material can match the shade, translucency and even the texture of your own natural teeth and provides a much better result than old amalgam/silver fillings, which can be unsightly when you smile. There is much debate in dentistry as to the safety of mercury-containing amalgam fillings, and many dentists are of the opinion that metal fillings must be removed using a safe protocol, which involves isolating the teeth using a rubber dam material.
Teeth whitening in Ealing, London
A process that uses a chemical gel to change the colour of your teeth so they look brighter. The gel can be applied either inside a tooth, in cases where a tooth has died off and become darker as a result, or on the surface. The degree of colour change will vary from person to person.
Your dentist will check the health of your teeth and gums before whitening starts. Sensitivity can be reduced by applying toothpaste and any sensitivity as a result of the process will subside in time. There are no significant risks associated with tooth whitening.
Preventive dentistry in Ealing, London
Many people think having cavities is just a part of life, but it doesn't have to be. New research and new products offer the possibility of a future without tooth decay. In this practice, we have a strong commitment to prevention, and we want you to know all the options available to you when you make choices about treatment.
We allow time in our schedule to talk about your individual susceptibility and risk of decay. We hope you'll feel comfortable asking all your questions about preventing decay and other dental diseases. We don't think any question you have is unimportant.
Some of the steps we take to help you prevent tooth decay are:
Diet we offer support in discovering what part your diet may have in contributing to decay. You might be surprised at how little sugar it takes to act on bacteria that cause decay. And you might be surprised at some of the foods that contain sugar. The frequency and times of day you ingest sugar can also be a factor. Each person is different and we want to help you make good choices based on your needs and wants.
Mouthwashes Recent research has shown that certain mouthwashes can kill the bacteria associated with tooth decay for a period of time. We often recommend using them to prevent further infection while we remove existing decay and fill the teeth with something to stop the breakdown.
Home Care Most of us learned to care for our teeth as children, and don't want to be lectured about brushing and flossing. We won't lecture, but we will offer support and guidance to help you care for your teeth in a way that is effective for the unique conditions that have developed in your mouth over the years. We want to help you develop a way of cleaning your teeth that fits with the way you live your life. You set the expectations and we'll help you achieve your goals.
How does Botox work?
Botox works to relax the contraction of muscles by blocking nerve impulses. The result is muscles that can no longer contract, and so the wrinkles relax and soften. It usually takes two to four days to see cosmetic improvement and the effects tend to last from four to six months. Most patients require retreatment to remove wrinkles and lines as they begin to reappear, but after each injection the wrinkles return as less severe as the muscles are trained to relax
How is Botox administered?
Botox procedures do not require anesthesia and usually take just a few minutes to perform. The protein is injected into the muscle using a fine needle in order to minimize discomfort and maximize accuracy. It is recommended that patients avoid alcohol for about a week before the procedure. In order to minimize bruising, patients should stop using aspirin and anti-inflammatory medications about two weeks before treatment. For cosmetic procedures, a study published in Dermatologic Therapy found that men need a higher dose of Botox than women.
Is Botox better than a face-lift?
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, whether Botox gives better results than a facelift (surgery) depends on the age of the patient. People in their 30s who have had limited exposure to sunlight usually show signs of aging in their eyes and temple area first, with crow's feet and some bulging of the eyelid. As they have not lost much volume at this point, fillers or Botox usually smooth out the lines that people want to get rid of.
When people enter their 40s the middle of the face starts to shift as the cheeks lose some of their fat and laugh lines set in. The cheeks become deflated towards the end of the 4th decade, and the jowls start to sag. A combination of Botox as well as minimal lifting procedures will provide the best results.