Fluorosis is a cosmetic condition that affects teeth in the first eight years of their growth. Fluorosis isn’t a disease and because it’s usually mild and is something a dental professional can detect. “Mild fluorosis may make visible changes visible only to a dental professional who knows what to look for.” Fluorosis is caused by an overexposure to fluoride. Fluoride can be found in toothpaste and other mouth-based products. Fluorosis can produce white lines or streaks along the enamel of Read more…

A smile looks better if the teeth are bright and white. However, there are several factors that cause discolouration and teeth to look unattractive hence preventing you from achieving that ideal look. The dentists at The Perfect Smile Studios are turning into Smile Transformers with new-age techniques and systems. They look at the exact cause of the discoloration and then formulate a treatment plan that can help you to eliminate the cause and have a better healthy and attractive smile. Read more…

British children and teenagers under the age of 18 can have access to professional dental bleaching under new guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC). The move was preceded by a two-year’s campaign by dentists, who under previous guidelines would have been subject to disciplinary action if they performed teeth whitening procedures to underage patients, based on an interpretation of EU legislation. However, bleaching is still only recommended in special cases. The updated GDC guidance states that products containing hydrogen Read more…

For most people, their wedding day is one full of excitement and a bit of anxiety, but it is the build up to the actual event that causes most headaches. There is a long list of things to prepare, including having a teeth whitening procedure for many soon-to-be brides and grooms. As well as teeth whitening, the Perfect Smile Studios offer gum whitening in SG14 and W14. Find out more. It may sound unexpected, but for many people having a whiter smile Read more…

A beautiful white smile said to be one of the most attractive features in a person. However, tooth whitening is a procedure that should only be carried out by a specialist. According to a new poll by Atomik Research, commissioned by the British Dental Health Foundation, one in four Britons risk their health by using home kits purchased over the Internet or by visiting beauticians, instead of going to the dentist to have their teeth whitened. The survey also asked Read more…

Your smile has topped a poll of the most important physical features when it comes to attraction between men and women. The smile was closely followed by the face and then the eyes. This year the theme is “The Smile Factor”, which aims to remind people that their mouth, teeth and smile is fundamental to all aspects of their life – whether career, personality, relationships, attraction or all-round good health. How important is your smile? Despite the importance of smiles Read more…

The teeth whitening procedure is now a very common procedure and is routinely carried out by dentists in most dental practices. This takes place at both our Hertfordshire and London clinics. Click here. Often teeth whitening is the first option considered by the general public when they think of nice looking teeth. This is exactly the kind of option sought after by brides-to-be for their wedding day photographs or anyone with a very important event coming up where they need Read more…

Teeth discolouration and stains can be an extremely unpleasant side effect of some food and drink we enjoy on a daily basis. Luckily, there are ways to retain your teeth’s natural whiteness; people these days can choose between several teeth whitening methods, including tray whitening, strip whitening and laser technologies. Click here to find out about discoloured teeth. Each of these has their own pros and cons, so read on to find out which one might be the best for Read more…

Is it safe to whiten our teeth at home? Some of the most commonly recommended products may be ineffective and sometimes even dangerous for our teeth. Here are the top 4 most frequently used natural remedies: Baking soda. Although this is typically the first product that many people would come up with, it is not recommended as a long-term whitening option, as it is too aggressive and can damage the tooth enamel – this can in turn make your teeth Read more…

If you are looking for your ideal partner or perfect mate then maybe we might be able to help. Studies have now confirmed that when looking for your perfect partner people are first attracted to your smile. It seems to make people feel more confident to be approached or to approach when meeting new people. So what does your smile say about you? Even though we all know that it’s a person’s personality that should matter the most, we all Read more…

Fluoride Toothpaste Benefits The addition of antibacterial compound triclosan, and a copolymer, which prevents it from being washed away with the saliva, can increase the effectiveness of fluoride toothpaste. These ingredients reduce the risk of gum disease and the accumulation of plaque, and can also benefit tooth decay, a study published in The Cochrane Library has found. Co-author of the study Philip Riley, a scientist at the University of Manchester, says that it is still unclear how important the effects Read more…

Dentists and prominent journalists are beginning to warn people about the dangers of teeth whitening. Unrecognised teeth whitening products are used to treat patients in non-clinical (medical) establishments. These procedures are not authorised by dentists and are often performed by people who are not recognized or members of the General Dental Council or British Dental Association. In fact, the British Dental Association has issued warning against non-authorised treatments. This is because many DIY teeth kits that are available online and Read more…

The GDC considers Teeth Whitening to be the practice of dentistry and does not authorize non-registrants to perform this procedure. Teeth whitening should only be performed by registered dental professionals. Patients should be warned and made aware of the dangers and risks involved with teeth whitening. The truth is that Teeth Whitening is Dentistry. This is because the process covers all aspects of dentistry from diagnosis of the discoloration and treatment planning, to the correct system of treatment to use, Read more…