Not all toothache is caused by bad teeth

There are many reasons for toothache or pains around the face and jaws. Most commonly it is due to a bad tooth (decayed) or poor gum health - sometimes an abscess in the tooth or the gum may be involved.
However, a little dental detective work may reveal a less obvious problem but readily fixable problem
Today I received this story from one of my regular patients.

"After suffering with discomfort on he right upper side of my mouth for probably in excess of 2 years possibly more, I spoke to Richard about it, I did not know how really to describe it other than a tenderness/aching sensation which I could not pinpoint to any one tooth just a generalised area, it was not constant but usually worse at the end of the day, I suppose I began to just put up with it because I had no idea what it was but it was really annoying and was getting me down.  Richard suggested that it could be connected  with my 'bite' being wrong, after he had  ruled out any other likely cause. We went ahead with the procedure to adjust my bite to correct it  and the relief was almost instant. Now I rarely get the aching sensation, and if I do it is much less severe or long lasting than previously, if it gets to a level where it becomes less tolerable I know I can return to have things checked out in case more adjustments need to be made. So if you think something is wrong but don't know what it is then this is something worth considering having checked out."

So if you have an uncomfortable tooth don't delay - call today on 01645 47757.

City and Guilds Level 4 award

July 2011

I am delighted to announce that I have achieved a City and Guilds Level 4 award in
"Preparing to Teach in the Life-long Learning Sector" after a short-course at Newbury College last spring.  This is a basic, recognised teaching award designed for people running skills or educational workshops, on a part-time basis, which I took to support the teaching courses I run for other dentists and their teams in Inhalation Sedation for anxious dental patients.


Richard Charon BDS

Somnowell: Introducing A new anti-snoring solution service

Somnowell is a high quality solution for snoring, sleep apnoea, TMD and bruxism (tooth grinding).
Invented, by a consultant orthodontist, this is not a cheap, shop-bought plastic or internet solution but a perfectly crafted and tailored individual solution, intended to be for long-term use.
The solution to these health issues can have many beneficial life-changing results. The testimonials on the Somnowell website are very impressive.
If you think you or someone you know might benefit and you are within striking distance of Newbury, please contact us on 01635 47757

Teeth Cleaning Heaven!

Do you  just hate the thought of having their teeth cleaned? Even though having teeth cleaned professionally is an important part of your well-being and health routine?

If so. We may well have the answer.  Happy Air Sedation.

We are nationally known for our expertise with this simple sedation technique, mainly used to help people with dental anxiety BUT even if you are not normally anxious about visiting the dentist (and well over -50% of people are), Happy Air Sedation, will totally transform your experience of having teeth cleaned.

You will be aware of the treatment but will not mind a bit about it. You will feel calm, relaxed, with a "far-away" sensation. Your arms and legs are likely to feel warm and floaty and you won't care less about having your teeth cleaned. Your mouth, teeth and gums will be much less sensitive too. Does thois sound like an improvement to what you are used to or have been putting up with?

Happy Air Sedation will provide such a different experience for you and you will recover within a few minutes and be ready to leave the practice after 30 minutes, with a totally clean and sparkly smile.
 
The science bit...

By the way, it is very important to maintain healthy gums. It will mean fresher breath and much more.
As many people now know, more adults lose teeth from poor gum health than through tooth decay, so keeping healthy gums helps keep your teeth for life.  More than that, connections are now being made between gum health and your heart and even strokes, possibly more besides.

So why wait.? Call us today to discuss this option. 01635 47757