Are you happy with your smile?

“AT PERFECT SMILE SPA we can give you the confidence of a fabulous new smile at a price you will be able to afford!”

Dr Jas Sagoo - Cosmetic Dentist

We provide a complete range of services to give you the very best result, including:

Cosmetic Dentistry • Invisible Braces • Smile Makeovers

Dental Implants • General Dentistry • Nervous Patients • Botox & Fillers

132a High Street, Hornchurch, Essex RM12 4UH t: 01708 442114 www.perfectsmilespa.co.uk

HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED THAT “PERFECT SMILE”?The Perfect Smile is now available to everyone - and it’s right on your door-step. At Perfect Smile Spa we understand the amazing impact a smile has on a persons life. And with our considerable experience, we can now make this available to YOU!

TOTAL PATIENT CAREWe provide all the treatments needed to give you healthy teeth that you will be proud to show off and with our experienced team, we will support you through every stage, providing the best care and attention, ensuring that you are thoroughly looked after.

PERFECT FOR MEN & WOMENRealise your dreams and come in and chat with Dr Jas who will explain exactly what can be done for you.

Call now for a FREE CONSULTATION with no obligation at all.

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My Teeth Have Always Been Yellow. What Can You Do To Help Me?Most people’s teeth are not as white as they would like them to be and with age our teeth tend to become darker or more yellow. Teeth whitening can make your teeth quite a few shades whiter. We carry out two types of teeth whitening, one is home whitening which takes ten to fourteen days and the second is Zoom whitening which is done in the dental chair and is instant. If the staining on your teeth is from taking antibiotics as a child, then you may benefit from porcelain veneers or longer treatment with teeth whitening. Dr Jas has actually used both systems on his own teeth and recommends it!

I Have Crooked Teeth And I’m Not Sure Whether To Have Braces Or Veneers. What Do You Recommend?It is important to evaluate what’s better for you. Whether a combination of Orthodontics (Braces)

and Cosmetic Dentistry (e.g. Porcelain Veneers) is best for you or just Orthodontics (Braces) and teeth whitening may achieve the result you want. Time is an important influence of the treatment options. Orthodontics (braces) can take up to 2 years (in severe cases) or a few months with mild cases to complete whereas a smile makeover with Porcelain Veneers can be achieved in 2-3 weeks. Dr Jas will

always advise what is best for long term health!

How Often Should I Have A Check Up?If you have a healthy mouth and visit the hygienist at least twice a year then you would generally only need a check up with the dentist once a year. This is only a guide and your own dentist may prefer to see you every six months. This may be because he is monitoring certain changes in your teeth, or he / she may be keeping an eye on changes in your gum or tooth health.

Certain gum problems can lead to health problems such as heart disease or diabetes so regular check are recommended! Also at dental check ups the soft tissues are checked for oral cancer so going to the dentist could save your life!

What Is Tooth Erosion?This is ‘wear’ of teeth due to chemical erosion. This often results in sensitivity of the necks of the teeth to cold and sweet things. Another common area of tooth surface damage is the inner surfaces of upper teeth in teenagers.

Chemical erosion is the result of acid softening the enamel. If the teeth are then brushed with abrasive

toothpaste the problem is made worse.

The main types of acid which are dangerous for your teeth are found in lemons, grapefruit, oranges, fizzy drinks, vinegar, fresh fruit juices and fruit juice mixtures Preventive measures:1 .Limit the number of episodes when acidic foods or drinks are taken. Try to eat all your fruit at one time of the day.

2. DO NOT BRUSH teeth after taking acidic foods or drinks.

3. If possible, rinse your mouth with milk or a fluoride mouthwash after eating or drinking acidic foods.

4. Drink fruit juices through a wide bore straw thus getting the acid past the teeth, and away from the mouth.

5. Try to avoid diet drinks. If you have them, drink them through a wide bore straw or drink them very

quickly to reduce acid contact time.

If tooth surface loss is occurring even though there are no observed dietary causes, then the dentist will guide you further. There are other causes of tooth damage such as medical conditions e.g. acid reflux or anorexia, and chronic

alcohol intake.

For more information contact Perfect Smile Spa visit: www.perfectsmilespa.co.uk or www.askdrjas.com or call on 01708 442 114.

Have you any worries with your teeth or questions on check ups and tooth erosion? Well Dr Jas is here to help with all your problems, all you need to do is ask!

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