Root Canal Treatment

The truth about Root Canal Treatment!

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When people are told that they need a root canal treatment, they usually think about pain.

However, the pain they feel is caused by an infection in the tooth, not by root canal treatment.

Our Principle Dentist, Dillon Chan, here at The Ivy Clinic in Teddington, has a particular interest in root canal treatments, and will explain what the treatment involves, and will put you at your ease.

Root canal treatment is done to eliminate that pain and prevent it from coming back, the procedure itself is painless.

A local anaesthetic numbs the tooth and the surrounding area.

Many people may be afraid to have root canal treatment carried out because they are anxious about having any dental treatment.

Please let your dentist know if you are nervous about dental treatments as they can best advise you on how they can help you cope or manage your anxiety.

Manicure and Pedicures

At last, some sunshine!!

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If you’re thinking of getting  your sandals and flip flops out and want your toes and feet to look great, our Beauty Therapists here at The Ivy Clinic in Teddington can help.

Come in and relax with a lovely pedicure.

Choose from a range of nail polish colours by OPI, and if you want your hands to match,

Our Therapists can do a beautiful manicure for you too.

Has your crown come off?

A lost crown is rarely an emergency, however, it can be painful because the exposed tooth is often sensitive to temperature, pressure or air,

put it in a safe place and make an appointment to see one of our dentists here at The Ivy, as soon as you can.

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and in the meantime,  here are some helpful tips:

  • Don’t wait too long!
  • What is left of the tooth will not be as strong as your crown. It could be damaged more without the crown to protect it.
  • When a crown is missing for a long time, the teeth next to it may move into the space where the crown was, if this happens, your crown may no longer fit.
  • Apply a little clove oil to the sensitive area with a cotton swab.  This will give you some pain relief.
  • If you’ve lost the filling or crown, you can put dental cement (available at a chemist), directly on the tooth surface. This will help to protect and seal the area until you’re able to see your dentist.
  • Do not use any household glues!  They are not safe to put in your mouth and they could damage the tooth and crown

Need a Physiotherapist?

The Ivy Clinic has a superb physiotherapist, Lynn Main.

Physiotherapy

Lynn’s physiotherapy treatments involve a full assessment, and aims to help relieve the pain of musculo-skeletal pain and injury, using combinations of manual and exercise therapy.

Whether your pain or problem  has been caused by illness, accident or ageing, Lynn can help and advise you about the best treatment for your specific need.

The most common conditions treated include, back pain, headaches,  joint and muscular pain, knee or shoulder pain and sports injuries.

Looking for a Cranial Osteopath?

Here at The Ivy Clinic in Teddington we have a fantastic Cranial Osteopath, Nargis Ahmad.

Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial osteopathy is well known for helping babies recover from the effects of pressure at birth.

In the first few days and weeks of life, babies resolve most tension by suckling, crying, sneezing and yawning, this is nature’s way.

Sometimes this process take a little longer to resolve, and Nargis is able to give a helping hand.

Gentle cranial osteopathy addresses any strain patterns in the balance of the bones in the skull.

Nargis’ treatment can help with excess crying, discomfort with wind, reduce snuffles and grunts, improve sleep, and aid digestion.

She can also give tips and great advice for breastfeeding.

Nargis has over 12 years of experience and is recommended by Teddington Midwives, local Doulas, NCT and breastfeeding consultants.

How do I Manage My Sensitive Teeth?

How do I Manage my sensitive teeth?

Tooth sensitivity is due to the exposure of dentine, either through loss of the enamel layer or recession of the gums.

Temperature changes and certain foods (acidic or sweet), even just cold water can cause the tooth or teeth to become sensitized which can be very uncomfortable.

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Often, making simple changes can make a big difference.

If your teeth are sensitive, there are several simple but important steps you can take today to manage sensitive teeth and to help stop them from getting worse:

  • Practice good oral hygiene, including proper brushing and flossing, to help prevent conditions such as gum disease, which can cause receding gums.
  • Use a toothpaste specially formulated to treat the pain of sensitive teeth.
  • Don’t brush too hard.
  • Use a soft toothbrush, preferably one designed for sensitive teeth.
  • Avoid acidic foods that can wear away tooth enamel, such as acidic fruits, vinegar salad dressings and carbonated soft drinks.
  • Avoid grinding your teeth or clenching during the day, asking your dentist about a mouth guard for night time use, could be really helpful.

To be sure your tooth pain is not the result of a more serious condition, see your dentist as soon as possible.

He or she will be able to treat the problem and give you the right dental care recommendations and advice.