We all know that the role of a dentist in Molesey is to care for our teeth, but do you actually know the different ways in which we can ensure your smile is healthy, beautiful and strong?

We generally work within the realms of three different kinds of dentistry. These are preventive, restorative and cosmetic kinds of care. They generally overlap, meaning that one kind of treatment can be a mix of all three styles of dentistry, so when you are looking for complete oral health care, you need to keep in mind that your oral health benefits from all three of these styles of treatment.

Preventive dentistry

This is care that is more to do with hygiene and education, both performed by us, your dentist in Molesey, as well as yourself. Preventive care is a daily task that you perform and is monitored by us during your biannual or more frequent check-ups with all kinds of oral health care professionals.

We have put a lot of focus on preventive dentistry in the past decade or so and are seeing great changes in the general wellbeing of our patients as a result. By targeting issues earlier, investing in resources that enable us to identify problems accurately and earlier, we are able to minimise the impact that advancing poor oral health can do to not only your mouth, but your whole body as well.

For children, preventive care involves treatments such as a fissure sealant which reduces the deep grooves in the back of their teeth which are prone to cavities, due to them being so hard to reach. Couple this with a strong foundation of education, presented in a relatable and fun way and we are setting up children’s healthy smiles for life.

Restorative dentistry

When a tooth has deteriorated, we can provide elements of restorative care. Through advances in this field of dentistry, we can restore a tooth to near full functionality and using only the best of materials, the fix is more durable than ever before.

It is important to see your dentist in Molesey as quickly as possible when you are experiencing any kind of discomfort with your smile so that we are able to find a solution that works for you. The longer you leave it, the bigger the procedure is likely to be and potentially, the less effective.

Cosmetic dentistry

Here we focus on the appearance of your smile and ensure that you love it as much as you should. Not only does this have a positive impact on your oral health, as you are more likely to care for a smile you love, but you can enjoy an improved self-esteem as well.

Such treatments include veneers, whitening and straightening although most of these treatments encompass some elements of other kinds of dentistry as well. It is best to speak with one of our professionals about your smile goals so that we can align this with reality, using some of the latest and most innovative treatment plans available.