We will look after your smile by providing a full range of treatment and advice.

Periodontal treatment

This includes scaling and polishing of your teeth. It is essential to keep the gums and bones supporting your teeth healthy before any other treatment can be contemplated. It is the foundation of modern preventive dentistry. See our advice sheets on looking after your teeth.

Periodontal treatment can also help brighten your smile - why not get your dentist to give your teeth an extra polish before that special day?

Cosmetic dentistry

This is a combination of the many disciplines of dentistry that are mentioned below. There are many ways we can improve your smile. And for those who want to look a bit different at a party, we can even provide tooth jewelry!

Anxious patients

We have great experience in dealing with nervous patients - for more information see I am nervous about coming to the dentist.

Fillings

Various materials can be used, including white fillings, depending on the clinical situation. But we would prefer to prevent any further decay - see our advice sheet on eating for your teeth.

Crown and bridge work

Ever considered replacing that missing tooth? We carry out all types of crown and bridge work using excellent laboratories and the latest proven techniques. For more information see Crowns and Bridges.

Tooth whitening (bleaching)

This is the process to whiten your teeth and can be carried out at the practice in one visit or at home over several weeks.

Veneers

These are best described as porcelain facings to improve the appearance of your front teeth.

Root canal treatment

In order to save a tooth that has died we have to extend the filling into the root of the tooth -an alternative to losing the tooth. See our advice sheet on root canal treatment.

Children

We treat the whole family at Ashwater - see Do we treat children and information for children

Extractions and minor oral surgery

Sometimes it is necessary to remove a hopeless tooth - but often extractions are also needed with modern orthodontics. Within the team we have a great deal of specialised experience in this field.

Gum shields

If these are to be effective they have to be made at the dental practice (using a laboratory) so they fit accurately. They are available in various colour combinations and styles.

Orthodontics, implants and specialist referrals

Most of your dental needs can be catered for in-house. Occasionally, you might need to be referred to a specialist. It is important if you need a referral that we use the right person, and after discussing it with you we can select the most appropriate person.  We can refer you to a range of excellent local specialists and have a good working relationship with them.

If you would like to discuss any treatment options, please telephone the practice on 0118 9791000.