Posts Tagged ‘soft tissues’
Tuesday, November 16th, 2010
Yes I know. I keep banging on about iTero but…………….. ITS GREAT! The dentists at WH are now all fighting to use it. Nick was scanning 2 patients yesterday, and then Sarah was fighting for it in between.
We are starting to notice (now that we know how to use it) exactly the kind of things it can do to help us and our patients. Yesterday, we had a lovely lady who is having some extensive cosmetic work done with Nick. She has only a few teeth left in the upper jaw, and between having teeth extracted and implants placed, we needed to make her a temporary bridge. We have tried the conventional temporary bridge, but we keep having breaks and it becomes loose, as there such a large space it has to fill. But no fear……. iTero is here! Good old ”Lucy Laser” as the girls at WH have come to name her, was able to scan the remaining teeth in the upper jaw, soft tissues and areas where there are missing teeth.With this cad-cam information, the laboratory is then able to make us a much stronger temporary bridge. The patient is happy. We are happy.
We are so excited about the new technology and we love to talk to our patients about it. We are very proud to have this amazing software at Woodborough House and will be using it now and in the future to help make our patients smile one to be proud of.
If you are interested in iTero or would like to know if this technology is suitable for you, please talk to one of our team.
Tags: advanced cosmetic dentistry, crowns, dental implants, smile makeovers, soft tissues
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Thursday, November 4th, 2010
I blogged on this a while back now, but we are officially up and running with the iTero technology here at WH. In fact, some of the dentist are getting quite competitive. Sen is actually top of the list for dentists that have cases using iTero! Well done Sen. The heat is on now guys.
The iTero technology is an absolute magnificent “piece of kit”. iTero is a revolutionary new technique, which is used to create dental impressions. iTero technology uses digital 3D images of the patient’s mouth, rather than dental trays and putty and can be used to create a range of different dental devices. We all know how much patients dislike those putty impressions! By using the 3D images, iTero creates a much accurate impression of the patients tooth, or teeth, making the fit of the new crown perfect.
iTero technology is set to revolutionise the way dentists create dental impressions. The new technique will reduce time in the dentist’s chair, improve accuracy, reduce mess and eliminate the need for further appointments. Anything to make our patients journey at WH easier and less traumatic for them, is a bonus for us. We are very lucky to have the iTero scanner here at WH.
If you would like to know more about iTero then check out our website, or speak with our dental team. They will be more than willing to help.
Tags: advanced cosmetic dentistry, crowns, gum treatments, intra-oral camera, nervous patient, Pangbourne, smile makeovers, soft tissues
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Friday, July 30th, 2010
It was an exciting day for us when the new Itero machine arrived at the practice. We all wanted to have a play and get our mitts on the new scanner!
Our reps from Straumann came to introduce us to our new gadget, and spent the day with us explaining how the Itero works and how to use it. It really is quite fantastic, and I don’t think any of us quite expecting how hi-tech and amazing this machine is. When it came to using the machine, we all had to be trained how we use it, how we capture images of the teeth, and how these images can then produce 3D models of the patients teeth and soft tissues. We were all guinea pigs for the day, because in order to train how to use it, we needed to practice on each other. I personally took this opportunity to get my own back on Sen………………only kidding. It took some getting used to, but I think we all got the hang of it in the end. Obviously as we are new to this, it took us longer to complete scans than usual. The rep promised us that eventually, this will become second nature, and our scans will be quick once we have mastered it. She even showed us a clip on YouTube of a dentist in America, who has had the iTero for some time, who completely a full scan of a patients quadrant in 1 minute 9 secs!! That’s it……………….. the heat is on. My mission now is to beat that record 
Tags: advanced cosmetic dentistry, crowns, dental examination, general dentist, intra-oral camera, Pangbourne, porcelain veneers, smile makeovers, soft tissues
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Thursday, July 8th, 2010
We are all very excited at Woodborough House, as we have a new bit of kit coming to the practice! We have many patients in the dental chair having treatment that requires us to take impressions using putty materials and alginate. We all know this is not much fun. Its especially difficult for patients that have a bad gag reflex or find it stressful having dental impressions taken.It is also an invasive procedure. Well don’t fear……………… Itero is here!!
The Itero is a scanning device that enables us to take accurate dental records and impressions. Itero features parallel confocal imaging which uses laser and optical scanning to digitally capture the surface and contours of the tooth and gingival structures. An accurate impression is the foundation of an accurate study model required for effective treatment planning. After scanning, the machine gives us 3D images to help with treatment planning, crown preperations, and orthodontic treatment. Its also a great way for patients to see their dental work on a screen.
Woodborough House is very excited to be able to use this pioneering equipment, and to be one of the first in the UK to have one. No more goop, gagging or discomfort! That is something to be proud of 
Tags: crowns, dental implants, Dentures, general dentist, intra-oral camera, nervous patient, orthodontics, Pangbourne, smile makeovers, soft tissues
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Saturday, June 5th, 2010
We were happy to see one of our regular patients yesterday, as we have officially named him our “star pupil”. This man came to see us as a new patient at the end of 2009. He presented with poor oral hygiene,and sore, swollen, bleeding gums. He told us that,although he knows how to brush his teeth, he has never been shown by a professional how to brush and clean inter-dentally correctly. Sen took the time to discuss with him throughly the most effective way to brush and clean between his teeth. We gave him all the tools, and sent him of to play with them. We have seen the patient a few times since his first appointment, and what an approvement a few months make! His oral hygiene has improved dramatically and his periodontal status has improved. He has got a great routine now and he is sticking by it. His wife even told us, that he keeps floss and interdental brushes in his car! Thats dedictaion. He definitely is our star pupil
If you would like more information about oral hygiene, then please ask to talk to one of our dentists or hygienists. They will be more than happy to discuss things with you.
Tags: dental examination, dental hygienist, general dentist, gum treatments, Pangbourne, soft tissues
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Monday, May 10th, 2010
Pregnant women and nursing mothers are an important target group when it comes to giving them oral health advice and care. Good advice and care during and following pregnancy are important to avoid any permanent gingival damage. As my sister has just recently had a baby, and our very own nurse Laura from the practice is pregnant, I am hot on advice for pregnant patients at the moment. You could call me the pregnancy gum guru!
Pregnant patients should always make time for oral care at a time of the day when sickness is not present. There is always an increase risk of caries and tooth erosion when the patient is suffering from morning sickness. Another tip I gave to my sister, is to use a small headed toothbrush. It helped her from feeling nauseous when brushing her teeth. Pregnancy gingivitis also makes the gums sore and bleed, so I would also say use a soft toothbrush with a gentle cleaning motion. The use of a fluoride toothpaste is beneficial, as this will help prevent decay. Those sugary sweets and chocolates that pregnant women crave are bad news for teeth, so the use of fluoride will help combat decay. One of the most important points to follow, when pregnant, is…………….. don’t forget about us! It is essential that you keep up regular dental check ups and hygiene visits, even when pregnant. There is no excuse!Not only will your dentist be able to keep an eye on those pearly whites and gums, but that can also give you more advice when it comes to looking after your oral health.
If you have any questions then feel free to talk to our dental care professionals. They will be more than happy to help
Tags: dental examination, dental hygienist, general dentist, gum treatments, Pangbourne, soft tissues
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Friday, May 7th, 2010
Phew. Busy day at WH today! Nick and Steph have been in surgery placing a dental implant for one of our dear patients. The patient has had one before, and swears by it! She had to have a tooth extracted, and to replace the space she decided to invest in another implant. The case was a complex one, as Nick had to do a bone graft. With the use of CT Scans and radiographs Nick is able to place the implant in exactly the correct position. It was a busy few hours, but the time flew for our patient as she had some of our oral sedation (and my IPod). We look forward to seeing the end result.
Well I am off now to enjoy the weekend. I will be back next week for more blogging. Hope you aren’t getting bored of my ranting yet. The stories will continue……
Tags: dental examination, dental implants, dental sedation, nervous patient, Pangbourne, Radiographs, smile makeovers, soft tissues
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Thursday, April 29th, 2010
Last night the team at WH hosted an event for our referring dentists as a way of thanking them for sending their patients to us for specific treatments. As we have it all under one roof, dentists from all over the county refer their patients to us. Whether they need to see Lama our Periodontist for gum treatment or surgery, Raquel our Endodontist for complex Root Canal treatment, Caroline for anti-wrinkle treatments, or Nick our Prosthodontist for Implants, surgery, crowns, veneers or dentures. We have it all under one roof!
We hosted a James Bond themed night at The Forbury Hotel in Reading, with Martini’s (shaken not stirred) on arrival, food, and the chance to watch a 007 film in their private cinema(popcorn included). It was a great chance to meet up with the dentists, and especially great to put names to faces. The night was great and I hope all enjoyed watching Daniel Craig do his 007 thing. I sure did! We will be holding regular events for our Ivory Club members throughout the year. We love to hear feedback, both positive and negative, regarding our events, and would love to hear any suggestions you may have for the next meeting. Nick and Sarah are also thinking of organising a “study club” for dentists, so i will keep you posted.
The team at Woodborough House would like to thank our colleagues for thinking of us when treating your patients, and thank you for attending our evening. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.
Tags: crowns, dental implants, Dentures, dermal fillers, dermatologist, endodontist, gum treatments, invisalign, periodontist, porcelain veneers, smile makeovers, soft tissues, study club
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Thursday, April 22nd, 2010
2 weeks ago I became a very proud aunt to my little nephew Olly. Yesterday I went to see him, and unfortunately the poor little devil is suffering with oral thrush. Luckily my sister had a geek like me around to fill her in on all the details about the the signs and symptoms. Oral thrush is a fungal infection that particularly affects young babies, older patients and the terminally ill in particular. The clinical features include thick, white patches (like curds) on the tongue, cheeks, lips and palate. It is treated using anti fungal drugs (either in a oral suspension or pastilles). It was fun trying to feed a 2 week year old medication that smelt like marzipan! The faces he pulled was hilarious, but it will clear up in no time with the drops he is taking. Lets hope he gets better very soon, and my sister gets a better nights sleep.
Tags: Children, dental examination, general dentist, soft tissues
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Friday, April 9th, 2010
We saw a lovely little 4 year old today, who came in a couple of weeks ago as she had a little knock in the mouth with mum. She was playing around with mum when little one accidentally bumped her two front teeth on mums head. Mum said it was quite a knock! Bless her, she was very brave even though there was a bit of bleeding. We examined her, took a radiograph, and even took some pictures using our intra-oral camera so both parents and patient could see what had happened. Apart from a bit of bleeding and a fat lip, she was ok but we wanted to review her, and the tooth, after a weeks time.
Today was the review appointment. The fat lip had gone but the the tooth was still slightly mobile and it had actually started to discolour slightly. We have the great advantage of having Raquel, our Endodontist, working here at WH. We wanted to get her professional opinion on treatment of this tooth, so we were able to email xrays and photos to her so we can decide the best treatment for this little girls front tooth. We will be reviewing our little patient for the next few weeks. I think this doesn’t bother her as she gets spoilt with stickers and goodies for being such a good girl every time she comes! I will keep you updated on the treatment and outcome
Tags: dental examination, endodontist, general dentist, intra-oral camera, soft tissues
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