Treatments
Dental treatments in Ealing ranging from general dentistry to more bespoke and specialised services
Invisalign
Straight Teeth with Invisalign®
Unhappy with the position of your teeth? Gone are the days when dentists were required to shave down a large part of your teeth to make space for veneers/crowns to help you achieve the smile of your dreams.
With the advent of latest technology, most patients can benefit from aligning their teeth in the desired position, followed by whitening, sometimes requiring some reshaping or edge bonding (where a tooth coloured filling material is placed on the edges of your teeth) to get you that perfect smile!
We have the latest Itero Lumina 3D scanner meaning the process is seamless and efficient and can even preview end results before beggining.
Implants
A dental implant is the most advanced and optimal solution for the long-term replacement of one or more missing teeth. It offers significant advantages over treatments like traditional dentures and bridges, which tend to be less comfortable, convenient, and cost-effective.
The procedure is generally painless and entails inserting a small titanium screw into the jawbone at the site of the lost natural tooth. This screw then fuses with the bone, functioning as the new tooth root. Following this, a crown or dental bridge can be attached, restoring both the teeth and gums.
The procedure is the best option for replacing missing teeth, regardless of age, and can be used in conjunction with a crown or dental bridge, or to secure loose dentures (referred to as implant-retained dentures).
Whitening
Teeth can become discoloured over time either as part of the natural ageing process or as a result of staining from extrinsic factors, like tea, coffee, red wine and smoking. Teeth Whitening is an excellent way of revitalising the natural look of teeth without the need to remove healthy enamel. A whiter smile can make you look and feel years younger and give a huge boost to your confidence.
It's as simple as having a 3D scan or moulds taken and using the custom made whitening trays and specialised whitening gels at home for a couple of weeks, before you see the great results that can be achieved.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Composite Bonding
Composite bonding is a quick, minimally invasive cosmetic dental treatment that instantly enhances your smile. Using tooth-coloured resin, our skilled dentists expertly reshape, repair, or perfect teeth—ideal for fixing chips, gaps, or discolouration.
At Pitshanger Dental, we tailor each treatment to suit your unique smile, ensuring natural-looking, long-lasting results. There is no need for drilling or anaesthetic, allowing you to achieve a confident new look in just one visit.
Discover why composite bonding in the UK is becoming the go-to choice for a brighter, more balanced smile. Book your consultation today and take the first step towards the smile you deserve.
Veneers
Veneers offer a simple way of enhancing your smile by concealing the colour, shape or position of the natural teeth.
Dental veneers are a wafer thin, porcelain cosmetic tooth covering that is fitted onto the front surface of the teeth. They are used to disguise flaws such as chipped, broken, gappy or crooked teeth to improve the shape, colour and appearance.
Veneers are individually made and bonded onto the front of your tooth. At Pitshanger Dental, we use minimally invasive techniques to preserve maximum of your natural tooth structure. A digital mock up of your new smile is created and sent to the lab technician to help create the desired smile based on your expectations.
General Dentistry
Check Ups
Here at Pitshanger Dental, we want to ensure that each of your visit is a comfortable and pleasant experience. At your check-up visit, your dentist will thoroughly examine your gums, teeth and mouth. Any treatment that you may require, will be discussed in detail with all options available and a custom treatment plan will be made to tailor to your specific needs.
After your check-up, your dentist will recommend a date for your next visit. The time to your next check-up could be as short as three months or as long as two years.
Emergencies
Being a patient at Pitshanger Dental, we want to ensure all of our patients are well looked after. We aim to provide you with an emergency appointment within 24 hours. Please contact us if you're in need of an emergency appointment.
Fillings
When tooth decay or other damage causes a cavity or crack in a tooth, a filling is usually the recommended treatment. Your dentist will offer you the type of filling most appropriate for your tooth
Types of fillings available:
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Composite (tooth-coloured):
Composite resins, or tooth-coloured fillings, provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small- to mid-size fillings that need to withstand moderate pressure from the constant stress of chewing. They can be used on either front or back teeth. They are a good choice for people who prefer that their fillings look more natural. -
Glass Ionomer (tooth-coloured):
Powdered glass, which reacts chemically with your tooth and bonds to it, but it is weak so is only used on baby (first) teeth or around the sides of teeth or as interim fillings. -
Amalgam (metal,silver-coloured):
A mixture of metals including mercury, silver, tin, and copper.
Crowns & Bridges
Crowns
A dental crown (or ‘cap’) is a tooth-shaped covering that fits over a badly decayed or broken down tooth or dental implant. It can improve both the strength and appearance of a tooth. A dental crown is the ideal dental restoration for broken, cracked or severely worn down teeth. Also, teeth which are weakened by decay or large fillings. It can restore the shape and function to teeth that are too severely damaged for fillings to be suitable. They can be made from metal (silver-coloured) or ceramic (tooth-coloured).
We are pleased to be able to offer CEREC Same Day Crowns using the latest scanning, CAD-CAM technology. This means you only need one appointment for your crown rather then the traditional two visits.
Bridges
A bridge is a fixed dental restoration used to replace a missing tooth (or several teeth) by joining an artificial tooth permanently to adjacent teeth or dental implants. They are usually made from ceramics.
Root Canal Treatment
At Pitshanger Dental, we have a visiting Endodontist (Specialist), Dr Edward Brady.
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is a treatment sequence for the infected pulp of a tooth which results in the elimination of infection and the protection of the decontaminated tooth from future microbial invasion. The procedure is often complicated, depending on circumstances, and can either be complete in a single visit or may involve multiple visits over a period of weeks. Some cases may even require referral to our root canal specialist, Dr Edward brady. Molars and premolars that have had root canal treatment should be protected with a crown to reduce the risk of the tooth breaking or cracking.
Re-Root Canal Treatment
With proper care, you’ll keep teeth that have had root canal treatment for a lifetime but it’s possible for those teeth to heal improperly, becoming painful or diseased months or even years after treatment. If this happens to your treated teeth you have a second chance to save the tooth with re-treatment. An root canal procedure may be able to diminish dental pain or discomfort and promote healing.
Re-Root Canal Treatments can be complex and may require referral to a endodontist, to give the tooth its best chance of survival.
Dentures
Dentures are removable false teeth made of various materials. They fit snugly over the gums to replace missing teeth and eliminate potential problems caused by gaps.
Types of Dentures:
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Acrylic (Plastic)
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Cobalt Chrome (Metal)
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Cosmetic Semi-Flexible Denture
Hygienist
The best way to treat gum disease is to practise good oral hygiene, although additional dental treatments are sometimes necessary e.g. scaling and polishing and root planning. Your dentist may recommend you to see the hygienist regularly to maintain good gum health.
Hygienists are who you want to see to remove any staining caused by food/drink/smoking, and improve the appearance of your teeth. They can carry out an Airflow Polish which is even more effective than traditional polishing at removing plaque and staining.