SMILE MAKEOVERS

We all want to look our best, and how we look can impact on our wellbeing. There are many ways in which I can enhance your existing features, and so improve your quality of life.

For all consultaions or if you would like to discuss any of this further please call our partner site Sutcliffe Dental on 0161 834 1643 or visit our online booking form.

Smile Makeover Patient

Dr Wander can develop a bespoke treatment programme that uses techniques at the forefront of dental technology to straighten, lighten, reshape or repair your teeth and dramatically improve your appearance.

Before we proceed with any cosmetic dentistry, Dr Wander checks your gums are healthy and whether you grind or clench your teeth which may cause new teeth to break, chip or wear prematurely.

He also reviews your tooth-lip relationship to ensure he creates the most natural smile possible.

You can then preview how you will look once the improvements are made, and check they will achieve the results you desire. Using state-of-the-art technology Dr Wander can eletronically alter a video image of your face to incorporate the proposed enhancements, helping you to assess and agree on the treatment.

VENEERS

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A veneer is a thin layer of porcelain made to fit over the front surface of a tooth, like a false fingernail fits over a nail. Veneers make teeth look natural and healthy, and because they are very thin and are held in place by a special strong bond (rather like super-glue) very little preparation of the tooth is needed.

A veneer can make a chipped tooth look intact again. The porcelain covers the whole of the front of the tooth with a thicker section replacing the broken part.

Porcelain veneers can improve the colour, shape and position of teeth.

A precise shade of porcelain can be chosen to give the right colour to improve a single discoloured or stained tooth or to lighten front teeth (usually the upper ones) generally.

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Veneers can also be used to close small gaps, when orthodontics (braces) are not suitable. If one tooth is slightly out of position, a veneer can sometimes be fitted to bring it into line with the others. Some of the shiny outer enamel surface of the tooth may be removed, to make sure that the veneer can be bonded permanently in place later. The amount of enamel removed is tiny and will be the same as the thickness of the veneer to be fitted, so that the tooth stays the same size. A local anaesthetic (injection) may be used to make sure that there is no discomfort, but often this is not necessary.

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Once the tooth has been prepared, Dr Wander will take an ‘impression’. This will be given to the dental technician, along with any other information needed to make the veneer.

The colour of the surrounding teeth is matched on a shade guide to make sure that the veneer will look entirely natural. A veneer takes at least two visits; the first to prepare the tooth and to match the shade, and the second to fit it.

Before bonding it in place, Dr Wander will show you the veneer on your tooth to make sure you are happy with it. Bonding a veneer in place is done with a special adhesive, which holds it firmly on the tooth.

TEETH WHITENING

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Wishing for the perfect, white smile? An attractive smile can increase your confidence allowing you to appear friendlier, younger and healthier at weddings, social reunions, interviews, presentations and even your next date.

Teeth whitening will give you brighter teeth, a new smile and increased confidence. Gel is applied to your teeth and light is positioned over your teeth to activate the gel.

Online Leaflets
Want general information on a condition or treatment?
Visit the British Dental Health Foundation where they have over 40 online leaflets.

Online Resource
Want to find out about dental treatment? Want to know how to look after your teeth better?
Visit the new BDA Smile web site.

3D Education
Want to learn about dental anatomy, conditions, treatments and good oral health?
Visit the BDA's cutting edge 3D Educational web site.

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Manchester dentist Dr Philip Wander is a celebrity dentist to the TV stars and footballers. He provides private cosmetic dental treatments including smile makeovers, dental implants, teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, and mercury free dentistry with white fillings. He is a leading homeopathic dentist with special dietary guidelines. 20 St Ann's Square in Manchester.

FAQs about Teeth Whitening in Manchester

Q What does tooth whitening do?

A Tooth whitening can be a highly effective, yet very simple way, of lightening the colour of teeth without removing any of the tooth surface. It cannot make a colour change, but lightens the existing colour.

Q What does the procedure involve?

A The dentist applies a chemical barrier to the gums, which will protect them during the whitening process. The whitening solution is then applied to the teeth and the chemical is then activated using heat, or heat and light combined.
Once the whitening process is finished the barrier will be easily removed in one piece.

If the tooth has been root treated, the canal, which previously contained the nerve, may be reopened and the whitening product is put in.

Q How long does the procedure take?

A The process would normally take over an hour but your dentist will advise you on your specific requirements.

Q Will I be happy with the results?

Q When might whitening not work?

A Whitening can only lighten your existing tooth colour. For a change to specific chosen shade veneering is another option. Whitening also works on natural teeth. It will not work on any type of 'false’ teeth. This includes dentures, crowns and veneers. If dentures are stained or discoloured, it may be worth visiting the dentist and asking him or her to clean them. Stained veneers, crowns and dentures may need replacing. Again, ask your dentist.

Q How do I care for my teeth after whitening?

A Talk to your dentist about maintaining the colour of your teeth, and the products that are available for keeping the effect. Each individual’s lifestyle needs to be assessed but good oral hygiene and regular visits to the hygienist will help to maintain the effect for longer.

Some people find that their teeth are sensitive for the first few days after treatment, but this wears off after a short while. Your dentist will advise you of the products you can use to counteract this.

FAQs Tray Whitening in Manchester

Q What does tooth whitening do?

Q What does the procedure involve?

A In a live tooth the dentist applies the whitening product using a specially made tray which fits into the mouth like a gum shield. The chemical is then activated using heat, or heat and light combined. The active ingredient in the product is normally hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide.

If the tooth has been root treated, the canal, which previously contained the nerve, may be reopened and the whitening product is put in.

In both cases, the procedure needs to be repeated until the right shade is reached.

Q How long does the procedure take?

A First of all you will need 2 or 3 visits to your dentist. Your dentist will need to make a mouthguard and will need to take impressions for this at the first appointment. Once your dentist has started the treatment, you will have to continue the treatment at home. This will mean applying the bleach regularly over 2-4 weeks for 30 minutes to 1 hour at a time.

However, some newer products can be applied for up to 8 hours at a time, which means that a satisfactory result can be obtained in as little as 1 week.

Q Why would my teeth need to be bleached?

A Everyone is different; and just as our hair and skin colour varies, so do our teeth. Some teeth have a yellowish tinge, some are more beige – very few are actually ‘white’. Teeth also yellow with age can become stained on the surface by food and drinks such as tea, coffee and blackcurrant. Calculus (tartar) can also affect the colour of the teeth. Some people may have staining inside their teeth. This can be caused by certain antibiotics or tiny cracks in the teeth, which take up the stain.

Q Will I be happy with the results?

A Treatment results may vary depending on the original shade of the teeth. Teeth will tend to darken slightly over time. The effect lasts for around 1 to 3 years, although sometimes it can last longer. Some people find that their teeth are sensitive for the first few days after treatment, but this wears off after a short while.

Q What about home kits?

A Over-the-counter kits are not recommended as they contain only a small amount of hydrogen peroxide which makes the product less effective. Some also contain mild acids, while others are abrasive. Although these products are cheaper, whitening is a complicated treatment procedure and should only be carried out by a dentist after a thorough examination and assessment of your teeth. It is very important to follow the instructions your dentist gives you, and to make sure that you go for any follow-up appointments recommended

Q When might whitening not work?

Q What about whitening toothpaste?

A There are now several whitening toothpastes you can buy. Although they do not affect the natural colour of the tooth, they are effective at removing staining and therefore improving the overall appearance of the tooth. Whitening toothpaste may also help to keep up the appearance, once teeth have been professionally whitened.