We make every effort in the preservation of our patients’ teeth, however sometimes, due to vast tooth decay, advanced gum disease or severe trauma, the tooth cannot be saved. In these cases, extraction of the severely damaged tooth may be the best and healthiest option. 

The procedure is done under local anaesthetics and your dentist will ensure that the procedure is completely pain-free. Before the procedure you will also be advised on all appropriate prosthodontic treatment (tooth replacement) options, did you wish to replace the missing tooth after the extraction.

Inside the tooth is a nerve (aka pulp). The pulp can become damaged due to tooth decay, trauma, or previous restorative treatments etc. This in turn can lead to pain, swelling and infection of the nerve and surrounding tissues. The aim of the root canal treatment (RCT) is to remove the inflamed or infected tissue from inside the root canals. Once treated, the root canals are sealed with a special material. Afterwards, the tooth is restored with a filling or crown. Local anaesthetic is used, making the procedure pain-free. The RCT allows you to save a tooth that would otherwise have to be extracted and replaced. At Swedish Smile Clinic we have Endodontist (root canal specialist dentist) who is happy to help you.

Gum disease or Periodontitis is a multifactorial disease. It is aggravated by certain types of bacteria, smoking, diabetes and genetic factors.

By maintaining an excellent oral hygiene at home whilst having regular treatment visits with your Periodontist (gum disease specialist dentist), General dentist or Hygienist, the progression of the gum disease can be stopped, and improved.  Deep, persisting pockets caused by periodontal disease can be corrected through pocket depth reduction. This procedure is used to clean the pockets and secure the gum tissue in its original place. Reducing pocket depth and eliminating existing bacteria are important to prevent damage caused by the progression of periodontal disease and to help maintain your healthy smile.

At Swedish Smile Clinic we have Periodontist (Gum Disease Specialist Dentist) who is happy to help you.

Crowns

A crown is a recommended procedure for patients who have a substantial tissue loss on a tooth following a failed filling, or tooth decay (caries). It is also a common procedure if you have had a root canal, as it reduces the risk of tooth fracture. The crown is placed over your natural tooth, but it can also be placed over a dental implant.

The dentist will take an impression of your bite for crown fabrication. The impression will then be sent to a lab to create your customised crown using porcelain prosthetics.

While awaiting your permanent crown your cosmetic dentist will fit a temporary crown which will be customised from your impression.
When your permanent crown has been created, your cosmetic dentist will then fit your custom designed crown to your bite.

Bridges

Bridges are recommended as a less invasive alternative to dental implants for replacing a missing tooth (or teeth).
There are different types of bridges and your cosmetic dentist will discuss which type of treatment may suite you the best.

Veneers

Veneers are a minimal invasive alternative to enhance the appearance of teeth cosmetically, whether you want to treat one tooth or more, veneers correct tooth appearance and are customised in shape and colour. Veneers are created in a dental laboratory using a specific type of porcelain which is both strong and have resistance to future staining.

Smile Makeover

A bright and beautiful smile brings as much joy to the people we meet, as to the wearer. But sometimes nature needs a helping hand from a cosmetic dentist in order for our smile to reach its full potential. During your consultation, your cosmetic dentist will suggest a variety of treatment options based on your starting point and your goals. Your cosmetic dentist will be with you every step of the way to ensure that you get a smile you can be proud of. Let’s take the journey together!

Before & After

Tooth fillings are used to restore your dental health by removing the decayed or damaged part of the tooth and preventing the spread of tooth decay. Composite fillings can also be used to cosmetically correct and improve the look of the teeth.

Your cosmetic dentist will use composite resin to restore the tooth. Composite fillings are safe, long-lasting, durable and biocompatible, as well as aesthetically the best alternative for fillings, as they can be customised in colour and shape to match your natural teeth, making the restoration looking very natural.

Using minimal invasive techniques, your dentist aims to preserve as much as possible of the natural healthy parts of the tooth for improved long-term durability and vitality.

The vast majority of dental and gum diseases can be prevented by maintaining a good oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth (all 5 sides of the them!) for 2 mins in the morning and 2 mins before bedtime with a tooth paste containing Fluoride, goes a long way in maintaining good oral health.

Furthermore, we all have to use either dental floss or interdental brushes in order to clean those areas between the teeth, where the toothbrush cannot reach. But even with the best oral hygiene, tartar and staining from food and drink may still need to be removed by professional cleaning, as they often cannot be removed at home. Regular check-ups and hygiene support treatments, not only helps identifying dental and gum diseases at an early stage, enabling us to easier manage the issues and prevent further progression, but it will also make your teeth feel cleaner and whiter.

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Teeth can have many different shades, and some people have genetically darker teeth than others. Teeth can also become darker over time for many reasons, sometimes it is caused by staining from tobacco, food or drink, such as coffee, tea or red wine.

Some discolouration is due to superficial staining and can be removed or improved by professional cleaning. However, intrinsic discolouration (deep staining inside the tooth) cannot be polished away. In these cases, we can safely and comfortably whiten the enamel on the teeth without any risk of damage, creating a pearly white smile.

Bruxism is excessive teeth grinding or jaw clenching, and is a very common parafunction. It is estimated that up to 35% of the general population is grinding or clenching the jaw. The most common symptoms associated with bruxism are teeth hypersensitivity, aching jaw/ face muscles, headaches, excessive tooth wear and damage to dental restorations (e.g. fillings, crowns, bridges etc). It is not uncommon for the patient to be unaware of the condition, as it often happens when the patient is sleeping, however the effects of bruxism can be both painful and expensive.

Although there is no ‘cure’ for bruxism, we can limit the damage and manage the condition by protecting the teeth with a night guard, and in some cases weaken the over-active muscles by injecting botulinum toxin to help the muscles relax. There are also specific relaxation exercised that your dentist will advice you about. During your consultation, your dentist will assess your teeth, jaws, neck, muscles and temporomandibular joints (TMJ) and discuss all appropriate treatment options with you.

We all know the health benefits of playing sports and exercising, however some physical activities can put your teeth at risk.

Tactile sports such as rugby, martial arts and boxing are of course associated with a higher risk of dental trauma, but accidents can happen in most sports. As dentists we unfortunately often see sports-related dental injuries, which in most cases could have been avoided if a sports guard had been worn.

Ask your dentist how a sports guard could keep your smile safe.