General dentistry

Most dental problems are easier and less costly to resolve early. At a check-up we examine your teeth, gums and existing fillings and restorations, and take an X-ray if needed. We recommend a check-up and professional cleaning roughly twice a year, or more often if the condition of your gums requires it.

Tartar forms when plaque mineralises, most often along the gum line and on the inner side of the lower front teeth. It causes gum inflammation and bleeding, gum recession and bad breath. It is removed with ultrasonic instruments and curettes, after which the tooth surface is polished so that plaque is less likely to build up.

Tooth decay develops when bacteria in plaque produce acid that damages the enamel and dentine. Treatment involves removing the decayed tissue and restoring the defect with a tooth-coloured filling. With more extensive damage, it is better to protect the tooth with a crown. With good hygiene and regular check-ups, decay can be prevented or detected in good time.

When the dental pulp (nerve) is inflamed or has died, the tooth can often be saved with root canal treatment: the tissue is removed, and the canals are cleaned, disinfected and filled with a biocompatible material. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic. After treatment the tooth is often more brittle, so it is a good idea to protect it with a crown.

We don't have a dedicated children's practice, but we are happy to see children – from their very first introduction to the dentist onwards. That is exactly what the first visit is for: the child gets to know the treatment room, the chair and the team, without any treatment, so that later check-ups and treatment can take place without fear. Later on, we carry out check-ups, fissure sealing, treatment of baby and permanent teeth and, if needed, an orthodontic assessment.