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Teeth Whitening: Are You a Good Candidate? Find Out Now

Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic procedure that can enhance your smile and boost your confidence. However, not everyone may be a good candidate for this treatment. This guide will help you determine if you’re a suitable candidate, outline what to consider before starting treatment, and explain how whitening can fit into a broader cosmetic treatment plan.

At Silver Oaks Dental Clinic, we specialise in cosmetic dentistry, including professional whitening. Our experienced team uses advanced techniques to provide safe and effective results, ensuring you achieve the brightest smile possible.

Assessing if you’re a good candidate for teeth whitening treatments at Silver Oaks Dental Clinic

Find out if you are a good candidate for teeth whitening

Understanding Teeth Whitening Treatments

Teeth bleaching involves using special agents to lighten the color of your teeth. There are various methods available, including in-office procedures and at-home kits. Each option has its benefits and considerations, and it’s essential to understand these before deciding which method is best for you.

In-Office Whitening

Choosing an in-office whitening treatment can provide you with several advantages:

  • Professional Supervision: Performed by dental professionals ensuring safety and effectiveness.
  • Stronger Agents: Utilises stronger bleaching agents for quicker, more noticeable results.
  • Immediate Results: Significant improvement in a single visit.

At-Home Whitening Kits

At-home whitening kits offer convenience and affordability. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Convenience: Can be done at home at your convenience.
  • Cost-Effective: Generally less expensive than in-office treatments.
  • Gradual Results: Achieve whitening over a period of weeks.

Key Factors to Determine Candidacy 

Several factors influence whether you’re a good candidate for teeth whitening. Here’s what you need to consider before starting treatment.

  • Dental Health: Healthy gums and teeth are essential, as candidates should have no active cavities or gum disease.
  • Types of Discolouration: Extrinsic stains respond well to whitening, while intrinsic stains may require more intensive treatment.

Integrating Teeth Whitening into Your Cosmetic Plan

If you’re considering other cosmetic dental treatments, plan your whitening accordingly. Whitening should be done first to ensure any subsequent treatments match your new shade.

  • Cosmetic Bonding and Veneers: Match shades with any new dental work.
  • Orthodontic Treatments: Consider whitening after removing braces or aligners.

Teeth Whitening Techniques at Silver Oaks Dental Clinic

At Silver Oaks Dental Clinic, we use a technique Dr. Huson discovered in London’s Harley Street district. This consists of a two-stage “laser” procedure, commonly called “Deep Bleaching.”

  • Initial Consultation: Impressions of your teeth are taken, and a cleaning is advised.
  • Bleaching Trays: Fitted trays with UK-imported gels worn for 14 nights.
  • Laser Whitening: The final step to ensure lasting brightness.

We have been using this technique for over 15 years with great success, often resulting in teeth that are 4-5 shades whiter.

Conclusion

Teeth whitening is an effective way to enhance your smile and boost your confidence. However, it’s essential to determine if you’re a good candidate and to choose the right treatment plan tailored to your needs. At Silver Oaks Dental Clinic, our experienced team is here to guide you through the process and ensure you achieve the best possible results.

If you’re considering teeth whitening and want to learn more about your options, contact us today for a professional consultation. Let us help you achieve the bright, beautiful smile you desire.

FAQs About Teeth Whitening Eligibility

Q: Can anyone get their teeth whitened?
A: Most people can, but it’s essential to consult with a dentist to ensure you’re a suitable candidate.

Q: How long does teeth whitening last?
A: Results can last from several months to a few years, depending on your oral care habits.

Q: Is teeth whitening safe for sensitive teeth?
A: It can be, but it’s important to use products designed for sensitive teeth or consult a dentist for professional advice.

Q: Can teeth whitening remove all types of stains?
A: It’s most effective on extrinsic stains; intrinsic stains may require additional treatments.

Q: How often can I whiten my teeth?
A: It’s recommended to wait at least six months between whitening treatments to avoid damage to your teeth and gums.

What is Injection Moulding?

The injection moulding technique (IMT) involves injecting a low-viscosity resin composite in a pressurized, transparent silicone index made from a diagnostic wax-up, aiming to replicate an already performed mock-up and an approved tooth form arrangement.

Resin is natural-looking, long-lasting, and very affordable compared to other tooth-coloured materials. Since very little or no tooth structure is reduced, resin procedures are very conservative, but often the dentist must rely on freehand build-ups to get to the final shape.

The shape and form of your teeth are almost more important than the shade. Even with the perfect shade match, if the shape and form are not 100% correct, symmetry and harmony will be lacking.

Getting the shape wrong especially if exact symmetry is required for aesthetic makeovers on front teeth, relying on a free-hand technique is not always the best option. With RiT we first do a 2D design (Digital Smile Design), then a 3D design, and finally we can now transfer this 3D design to a mock-up in the mouth. This allows for almost exact copying and makes these cases more predictable than freehand.

 

(Mockup Image of Injection moulding)

 

How does this work?

With RiT we first do a 2D design (Digital Smile Design) where we make use of the latest design software to create the perfect smile design for your face and smile.  Most often teeth need to be made longer to give a more youthful appearance.

 

If the 2D design is approved by the patient, we then transfer this to a 3D design to 3D print the new teeth.

The 3D-printed teeth represent the new smile, and this now needs to be transferred to the patient’s mouth to do a mock-up of the new smile.

This silicon stent was then fitted in the patient’s mouth and the volume difference now represents the additive part or new shape that was planned in the 2D stage. This allows for almost exact copying of the 3D printed models and makes these cases more predictable than freehand.

Smile makeovers with Injection Moulding

With the Resin Injection Technique, we can now help patients add length, change the shape or align their teeth to the planned and newly designed smile.

One good application is treating traditional tooth wear due to grinding, erosion or trauma to reverse such wear and replace the lost enamel with the latest flowable resins. Most patients need some form of tooth lengthening to reverse the effects of tooth wear and add years back to their smile.

 

  • Before Picture

  • After Picture of Injection Moulding

(Before and After photos of one of our patients that did Injection Moulding treatment at Silver Oaks Dental Clinic procedure done by Dr. Craig Inch.)

 

 Is this cost-effective?

Injection moulding is much more cost-effective than doing porcelain veneers. The duration for the veneers is much longer than Injection moulding and the veneers are much stronger than the resin. The result is very similar to veneers. But like everything, nothing lasts forever.

But we have invented a treatment to fit our patient’s needs who are working within a strict budget an alternative and un-invasive treatment to accommodate everyone that is running after that Hollywood smile. Unfortunately, Medical aids do not cover any cosmetic dentistry.

Can anyone get composite veneers?

Composite veneers are more focused on the cosmetic side of dentistry. Any patient who is unhappy with the look of their teeth is considered a candidate for Composite veneers. This treatment is not recommended for children under the age of 16 because they are still developing and growing.

How does this change your appearance?

This treatment is life-changing. And has brought so many smiles to our patients. We have testimonials on our website for your convenience to hear from the patients themselves who had this treatment done and how it has changed their lives.

What is the duration of composite bonding?

So, let’s be honest, nothing lasts forever but everything can have a long duration if taken care of correctly. If you don’t run into any issues with biting hard foods or having any accidents, composite bonding can last anywhere between four to eight years. How long the composite lasts depends on various factors, such as the location of the tooth, the extent of tooth damage, eating habits, and oral hygiene status.

Is this an invasive treatment?

This treatment is the most noninvasive of all. And mainly for esthetic purposes. There are not any existing tooth structures that get cut or damaged in the process.  It is safe and can be reversed at any time or replaced.

 

 

 

Travel Dentistry

High-quality dental care is becoming more accessible, but the cost of care is also increasing. Recently, it has been seen that people are opting to travel to different countries in order to receive dental treatments they need or desire. This is mainly due to dentistry being significantly more affordable and, in some cases, better elsewhere.

If you’re planning on traveling for your dentistry needs, there are a few aspects you should be aware of:

  • Dentistry might be more affordable in a different country or province, but it could cost you more if you have to travel.
  • As much as affordability is important, so is the procedure you’re interested in and the level of treatment you’re receiving from both the dentist and the staff. If the standards of the practice are low, your procedure isn’t going to be the best.
  • Accreditation is important. Make sure you do thorough research on the practice you’re planning on visiting. It is essential to evaluate the skill and credentials of the dentist, staff and the dental practice itself. This will give you an idea on the level of treatment you’re going to receive.
  • Do proper research on the treatments you need or desire. It’s good to have some knowledge on what you’re interested in and it also helps you plan ahead. Ask questions and gather information so that the logistics and planning can be arranged in a way that suits both your needs and the needs of the procedures to be done.
  • Patients reviews are important. This will help you when it comes to narrowing down your options and making a final choice. People love to express their opinions and if there is an issue, you’ll definitely find it on a Google Review.

Here at Silver Oaks, we’ve been assisting patients from different parts of the world for many years. Our practice has the latest equipment, an onsite lab and the best dental materials. Our patients are treated at the highest possible international standard for a more affordable costing.

Check out our Dental Treatments and reviews by clicking here.

Teeth Implant Cost in South Africa

What do teeth implants cost in South Africa?

Teeth implants and veneers – what are they, what do teeth implants cost in South Africa and what are the alternatives?
Accidents happen. Decay happens and unfortunately, when it happens in your mouth, you can’t hide it – unless you prefer to look mean in interviews because you never smile or speak with your hand in front of your mouth. Not good options! Dental implants, on the hand, are.

One of the questions most patients want to be answered upfront is: What do teeth implants cost in South Africa? This is a legitimate question. We encourage all our patients to be open and upfront as the cost is one of the factors influencing the type of tooth replacement procedure. It is not an easy question to answer though, as the procedure requires special steps, materials, equipment, and human resources besides just the dental surgeon. Prices start from around R8 000 per implant placement. We will return to the factors that influence what teeth implants cost in South Africa later.

We will also look at another popular treatment at our offices – pearly white veneers that totally transform your smile. At Silver Oaks Dental Clinic, we are have seen an exponential increase in requests for veneers in South Africa, from both local and foreign patients.

What are dental implants?
They are metal holders, posts, or frames that are surgically inserted beneath the gums, into the jawbone. These implants act as replacement ‘roots’ to hold or anchor the new tooth that will be formed. In the long run, the implants fuse to the jawbone. As a result, they provide a much more stable base for a replacement tooth. Dentures and bridges remain good options but for ease of convenience, teeth implants are tops.
Are there any barriers to receiving a dental implant?
Yes, there can be. These barriers are not insurmountable though – they simply mean that there will be more steps to the procedure.

The most important requirement is that a potential tooth implant recipient has a disease-free gum line and a healthy jawbone. If not, a bone graft could be required first. This is certainly one of the factors affecting what teeth implants cost in South Africa. There could be another issue in the form of bone height. This needs to be assessed when a tooth implant in the upper jaw is required.

If the upper jaw is too close to the sinuses, a sinus lift may be required. This is another factor impacting costs.
Other factors affecting what teeth implants cost in South Africa. What else besides a bone graft or sinus lift will typically affect your teeth implant cost in South Africa – or anywhere, really?

Here are the main ones:
1. The number of implants. Implants are usually charged per tooth.
2. The materials being used. Usually, these are titanium or titanium alloy. As a dentist, we have to use biocompatible materials that will be well-received by your jawbone and won’t cause any allergies.
3. X-Rays and other mouth scans. These are performed before we proceed so we can be aware of any potential complications that may arise during surgery. It also helps us assess the bone density and health of your jawbone.
4. Location. If you have your implants done in the most expensive cities in the world, one of the big costs that have to be absorbed is renting office space. Just like with other retailers, these and other costs are factored into the costs of treatment procedures themselves.
5. Your dental surgeon’s experience and qualifications. It is true that you get what you pay for! You wouldn’t want a rookie dental surgeon or dentist not specialized in surgery to operate on your mouth. Yet, unfortunately, that is what some people still opt for as it is ‘cheaper’. In the long run, it is more expensive, as you’ll likely need a surgeon to correct technical issues relating to the implant.
Teeth implant costs at Silver Oaks.

We try to keep costs as affordable as possible, without sacrificing expertise, the comfort of patients, or the quality of the results. Costs are about R8 000 per implant, but again, that is a very generic figure as it depends on the manufacturer you choose. All our manufacturers are internationally recognized and meet European Standards.

Below are some of the examples of dental implant smile makeovers done at Silver Oaks Dental Clinic under Dr. Roy Richard Huson.

Contact us on 031 202 6584 to find out more and about which medical financing options we are affiliated with.

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Dental implants abroad - at Silver Oaks, we’re the specialists
Getting veneers in South Africa
Your smile definitely is worth a thousand words – let’s just hope they’re words of admiration and not anything else! When fitting veneers in South Africa, the procedures are exactly the same as overseas. In fact, we pride ourselves on using cutting-edge, approved technology and practices to such an extent that we’ve often innovated with better, newer treatments or procedures long before they’ve become mainstream.

We have built up our leading reputation over many years of study, overseas experience, and the best of local experience. As a result, we take maintaining the good regard for our work very seriously. We push ourselves by subscribing to the philosophy that we are only as good as the last procedure – this means excelling all the time, every time. And it means getting the best veneers in South Africa.

What are veneers?
Veneer treatments fall into the realm of cosmetic dentistry. They are thin white layers of porcelain designed to cover the front of your tooth. Veneers can greatly enhance appearance. Prices for dental veneers start from R12 605  per tooth.

Below are some of the examples of veneer smile makeovers at Silver Oaks Dental Clinic by Dr. Roy Richard Huson.
In what cases are veneers a good option?
We will not be able to offer you veneers if your tooth is damaged too badly. The remaining tooth needs to be sufficiently strong to have a veneer ‘glued’ on.

Veneers in South Africa are for you if:
● Your teeth are stained or discoloured
● Your teeth are ground down (but not too far down)
● Your teeth are chipped or damaged
● Your teeth do not have an even shape around the edges, have craters or bulge
● You have a gap between your teeth – we could then attach veneers that close the gap or align the teeth better.

We use the latest digital technology and have to outsource very little. We’re aware that most of our patients are time-scarce – and if you’re here on dental safari, you want to have enough time to enjoy your safari after all! So typically a veneer procedure takes three visits, but we are able to cut this down, depending on your needs and also the state of your ‘original’ teeth.

Speak to us so we can gladly assess and let you know. Although we are time-aware, we will never sacrifice client safety or the integrity of a procedure. We look forward to welcoming you and seeing you walk away with your new, perfect smile!

Contact us on 031 202 6584 or email contact@silveroaksdentalclinic.co.za to book your appointment.

Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

Is Teeth Whitening Safe?

Is Teeth Whitening Good?

Many people would like their teeth whitened but are afraid of the side effects. So the question we ask is teeth whitening safe? Does teeth bleaching damage enamel?

The results are guaranteed if done by a qualified dentist. According to the American Dental Association, the bleaching ingredient carbamide peroxide is approved according to American standards and is both safe and effective. It won’t damage the enamel of your teeth neither is it cancer causing.

Keep in mind that there are minor side effects. This all depends on the concentration of carbamide peroxide used. If used at 15% at home every night for 14 nights then you should have very little irritation and sensitivity. The in office bleaching on the chair with a laser will cause a little more sensitivity and irritation as a dentist uses higher concentrations of carbamide peroxide which is at 35%. That is why our treatment is a 14-day treatment at 15% carbamide peroxide followed by 35% carbamide peroxide in office bleach.

Teeth Whitening

A common side effect of teeth whitening is tooth sensitivity. That is why we use 15% so that you will get less sensitivity. We find that rubbing some Colgate pro-sensitive or Sensodyne pro-repair on the teeth will help the sensitivity and also if you take a pain killer. This sensitivity usually doesn’t last very long and should subside in one or two day’s time. Another wise thing to ask your dentist if you have very sensitive teeth to give you a high concentration of fluoride several days before starting the teeth bleaching.

The best place to whiten your teeth is at a dentist’s. It is both safe and effective and you can go up to 9 shades whiter. It is the most effective treatment as compared to any other dental treatment. It is not good to get your teeth whitened at spas, cruise ships, and salons. It is only safe at a dentist’s office due to the dentist conducting an exam before or prescribing a teeth whitening treatment. A dentist will make sure there are no broken or decayed teeth.

There are patients that get worried if the teeth whitening bleach will affect their dental amalgam or silver fillings. We have chosen to discontinue dental amalgam and silver fillings as we offer the latest technology. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) assures that it is not a real health issue. Not only is dental amalgam benign in its mercury content, but the bleach will not destroy other dental restorations like crowns and implants. It will also not have any effect on white colour fillings; it might slightly whiten the fillings.

There are many blogs and natural ways to whiten teeth online but through research, you should know that putting strawberry, coconut or lemon paste on your teeth will damage the enamel in the long term. Fruit acid wears away the top enamel making your teeth look whiter underneath in the short term. When enamel is worn away by acid, teeth begin to look worn, old, and discolored.

Call us now to book a dental implant appointment.

Cosmetic Dentistry Durban

What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

Cosmetic Dentistry at our offices in Durban offer the highest quality in Dentistry.

Cosmetic Dentistry refers to dental work that improves the appearance of teeth, gums and/or bite. We are never really born with perfect teeth and Cosmetic Dentistry enhances the look of our teeth. We have the latest technology and an in-house lab specifically designed to perfect your smile, improve your confidence and overall being.

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Is Cosmetic Dentistry Worth It?

  • Cosmetic dentistry corrects aesthetic flaws – If you have stained, misshapen, small teeth, chips, cracks or high gum lines then this can be corrected with cosmetic dentistry
  • Cosmetic treatment can help you look younger – Research has shown that cosmetic treatment makes you look 10 years younger. Correcting the discoloration and erosion.
  • Cosmetic treatment can enhance your career and improve self confidence – Research has shown that when you are more confident you take on greater responsibility and leadership. You may also look happier hence greater motivation and dedication to your career.
  • Some procedures can help prevent future dental damage – Cosmetic treatments help strengthen teeth through bonding by covering up any fractures or erosion thereby protecting already compromised areas.
  • Dr Roy Richard Huson has over 20 years of experience specialising in Cosmetic Dentistry in the UK and working with celebrities in the UK. He worked under celebrity dentist Dr Joe Oliver. He has fixed several celebrity smiles all with great results.

At Silver Oaks Dental Clinic we are continually striving to learn more to give our patients the very best treatment we can. We are one of the few practices in South Africa that are technologically advanced and offer you Cosmetic Imaging via the computer. We can show you how your treatment could potentially look even before it is completed. This gives you time to go over possible changes with Dr Richard Huson before attempting to start your treatment and you will know exactly what you are getting. This leads to a successful, happy patient that smiles leaving this practice and getting the very best cosmetic dentistry treatment in Durban, South Africa. Dr Huson has been using Digital Smile Design (DSD) since it started around 10 years ago.

During April 2018 Dr Huson attended the Advanced Restorative Course hosted by Dr Mark Bowes of the Implant and Aesthetic Academy (IAA). The course focused on brand new digital technologies which are being used in dentistry today. It focussed on Biomimetic Dentistry which is the art of preserving teeth and surrounding tissue in such a way as to mimic nature while still creating ideal aesthetics. Dr Mark Bowes is world famous in Aesthetic and Complex Restorative Dentistry. Dr Bowes has pioneered the development of Digital Smile Design (DSD) in South Africa – this concept allows dentists to develop a smile which fits the individual patients’ Aesthetic and Functional needs whilst providing Minimally Invasive Dentistry. Dr Bowes is a Digital Smile Design World Master and an Instructor in South Africa, and one of only two on the African Continent. He lectures and teaches DSD both in South Africa and Internationally. Click here to read more about Dr Mark Bowes.

 

Dentist in Kloof

Just 20 minutes away from Kloof lies a world class dental office. The Silver Oaks Dental Clinic truly offers the best in dentistry today, along with outstanding patient service. This option for a dentist in Kloof offers everything from basic dental fillings to advanced cosmetic dentistry options such as Dental Implants and Veneers. The following details are what you can expect from the Silver Oaks as an option for a dentist in Kloof. Dr Richard Huson spent over 20 years in the Harley Street Region of London and has become the go to dentist when it comes to dental implants and dental veneers. He has placed in excess 500 implants and 1000 veneers all with excellent results. Click here to view our smile gallery

General Dentistry

Choosing Silver Oaks for your choice as a dentist in Kloof will provide you access to the highest quality in dentistry using only the best materials that are of European standards. You won’t have any reworking on your teeth in the long term. Furthermore, we endeavour to make our patient’s experience as seamless, comfortable and painless as possible. To do this, we offer a choice of anesthetic options from nitrous oxide happy gas to conscious sedation or full-out general anesthesia. We will discuss during your consult, which option would best suit you.

Cosmetic Dentistry – changing the look of your teeth

If you have generally healthy teeth and just need to perfect your teeth and improve your confidence then our option for a dentist in Kloof is just the right fit for you. Payment plans can be arranged for various cosmetic dentistry treatments. It must be noted that cosmetic improvements to the teeth are not covered by dental plans. The most basic lift you can do for your smile would be to whiten your teeth. This gives the added bonus of youth and good hygiene. Our approach to teeth whitening is a blend of at home bleaching with an in office laser treatment. During the treatment, patients will be given custom fit trays which can be used later on to maintain this newly found brightness.

Dental Veneers

Veneers are another way to change up the look of your teeth. It allows you to straighten and whiten your teeth in one go. Unlike braces that take over 2 years. Veneers can straighten and whiten your teeth in just 2 or 3 appointments over a two week period. Essentially, veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are attached to the front of your tooth. They improve the appearance because they can be shaped and coloured to give the desired outcome. With dental veneers, gaps and discoloured teeth among other issues can be instantly solved. Porcelain veneers do not stain, so with regard to discoloured teeth, the colouring will remain for its lifespan. It takes just 2 visits to the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Kloof to fit the veneers, with a follow up visit for a check-up. Click here to learn more about veneers

Clear Aligners & Adult Orthodontics

The first solution for fixing problematic teeth at our dentist in Kloof would be the Inman Aligner braces. They are clear when worn and removable so that you can attend that important event or meeting without anything on your teeth.  They are used for cases where teeth are not overly in need of orthodontic intervention. The Inman Aligner/Clear Aligner is patented and has a case history of straightening teeth between 10 to 16 weeks depending on the severity of the case. The second solution for fixing problematic teeth from the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Kloof are dental crowns.

Now whereas veneers are placed over the front of the tooth, crowns are placed around the tooth. Dental Crowns are turned to when a patient has lost much of their tooth. This could be due to decay or trauma. The role of the dental crown is to fill up this space and give structure back to the tooth. They do add an aesthetic improvement but they do serve a functional value as well. Dental crowns are milled in-office at Silver Oaks. This means that you could leave with your newly fitted crown in a single visit. Overseas visitors taking advantage of the affordable dental rates at our practice are well suited to our one-day cosmetic dentistry services. The third solution does not relate to problematic teeth but when there is no tooth or teeth at all. If you have lost one or all teeth, then all hope is not lost.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are your saviour at the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Kloof. Dr Richard Huson is a specialist when it comes to Implantology. Besides his medical degree from the University of Stellenbosch, he has a certificate in Implantology from the University of Cambridge. Dental implants give you back a permanent tooth, negating the need for ill-fitting dentures, but also serves to keep your facial features intact. The earlier they are fitted once the loss of teeth has occurred results in lesser loss of bone since the implant helps with the jaw bone not shrinking further. Dental implants are the most extreme dental treatment one can have done. Not everybody will qualify and our dentist will have to do a thorough evaluation to ensure that you meet the criteria. If the go ahead has been given, then your treatment plan and quote will be laid out to you. Implants take the course of several months to complete. A damaged tooth may have to be removed and the area healed before the implant can be inserted. The dental implant is surgically inserted into the jaw bone. It takes a couple of months for the implant to become a firm fixture in the bone. Since the implant is well into the bone, an abutment (which is just an extender piece to the implant), will then be attached. The replacement ‘tooth’ is then attached to the abutment. The replacement is simply a dental crown that is manufactured according to detailed instructions at our clinic. It is a long process to get implants but much of the time is for healing. As with all cosmetic dental procedures, but more especially with the permanence of this treatment, you must ensure to choose a dentist with the relevant training and experience for the best possible outcome which is what you should expect to receive at the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Kloof.

Click here to view more details about dental implants

Protecting your teeth

Using the Silver Oaks option for dentists in Kloof allows you access to getting Max mouth guards. We sponsor the South African Rugby team and the Sharks Rugby team with Mouth Guards. Mouthguards are essential in any contact sport to protect your teeth along with lessening facial trauma. Unfortunately, this is only achieved with a guard that has a proper fit over the teeth. This is what the Max mouth guard serves to do. Silver Oaks is one of the few dentists that offer fitting for the Max mouthguard. The design allows for a custom fit and layers of protection with virtually no interference to your breathing or speech.

Dentist in Hillcrest

Silver Oaks Dental Clinic offers the highest quality in dentistry with the latest technology in order to perfect your smile.

We are based in Musgrave, Durban, with offerings of general and well as cosmetic dentistry. We are a 20 minute drive from Hillcrest. The Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest serves to cater to the entire family. Let’s take a further look at the services provided by Silver Oaks as an option for a dentist in Hillcrest.

General Dentistry Information – all of the materials used at our practice are sourced and imported according to the highest quality and meet European standards.

Dr Richard Huson has over 20 years of experience and worked in the UK in the Harley Street Region of London. He currently lives in Hillcrest. Our dentist in Hillcrest is always on par with the latest advancements in dental technology.
We have many options for nervous patients and patients who want a pain free, relaxing procedure. This includes Nitrous Oxide Sedation (happy gas), Intravenous Sedation, or General Anaesthetic. We use the “Wand” (pain-free injections) and have a host of other techniques which will make your experience as pleasant as possible. We are not contracted to medical aid but we do give you a code so that you can claim back from your medical aid.dental veneers pros and cons

Digital Dentistry – has revolutionized dentistry and in particular, the cosmetic side. Digital x-rays are offered at Silver Oaks, with the benefit of much less radiation exposure than from traditional x-ray machines. Digital dentistry also encompasses cosmetic imaging which allows our dentist to show you the various outcomes of our services before it can be performed on you. You can have a say on which you like best and the course of action can then be plotted.

Dental Implants – permanent loss of teeth is no longer something that can only be fixed with those nasty dentures. They are not very comfortable to wear and only worsen with time as the jaw bone shrinks due to lack of support. Dental implants provide permanent relief from this along with a host of other issues. Essentially, they are little pieces of titanium screws that are surgically inserted into the jaw bone. This can be done under conscious sedation or general anaesthesia. Majority of people are candidates for implants but if a case such as weak bone density presents itself, then implants are not an option. Our option for a dentist in Hillcrest, will fully assess the situation during a consult and let you know of a treatment plan should you qualify. At this juncture, we should note that dental implants are the longest and most expensive dentistry procedure. It takes over 3 months for the implant to become bonded into the bone. Once this has happened, the dentist will attach an abutment device to it. This is what the dental crown will then be attached to, and voila, you have a brand new tooth.

Dental Veneers – as far as dental treatments go for cosmetic options, veneers are among the more conservative. It is not too hectic of a process to have them fitted, not much tooth structure is removed and they are cheaper than many other options. These super thin pieces of porcelain material can do wonders once they are placed on the tooth. The shape, size and colour of a tooth can be changed with a veneer. Problems such as stained, crooked or gapped teeth can therefore be fixed with veneers at the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest.

Dental Crowns – are used to fix up a tooth that has lost much of its structure. Cases in which they help include decay which has made its way deep into a tooth. In such an instance when removal of the decayed portion leaves a huge deduction of tooth material, crowns serves to bring back this lost structure. At the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest we are able to do this restoration within a day. Our onsite laboratory allows us to work closely to ensure that measurements are precise and perfectly in line with our design. With dental crowns as well as veneers, the dentist needs to be an artist of sorts. You want that perfect smile but it also needs to look natural and complement the rest of your facial features. It is a pretty bold move putting all this into the hands of a dentist. At the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest, in addition to having a professional who has worked at the famed Harley Street in London, there is also the security of liaising with him and having input in the design of your dental crown through digital imaging. This is software that allows the dentist to show you the various outcomes of what crowns or even veneers can achieve for your smile. This will then be relayed into your treatment plan.

Teeth WhiteningTeeth whitening is the most basic cosmetic improvement one can do for their smile. In addition to looking physically pleasant, they also bring the advantage of looking younger (since teeth do discolour as one ages) and having good hygiene. Teeth whitening is achieved over 3 visits to the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest. These include a combination of bleaching trays to use at home and a laser at the clinic. The combination is done for the ongoing maintenance of the attained colour for a longer time.

Clear  Aligners and Orthodontics – for the milder cases of teeth straightening, the Silver Oaks option for a dentist in Hillcrest, offers the Inman Aligner. Straighter teeth is just 10 to 14 weeks away with this patented teeth straightening system. The length of time would depend on each patient’s circumstance. The course has proven very effective and safe within the short span of time in which it takes to work, offering great value for money. It is not a permanent attachment and can be removed if need be.

Mouthguards – are a service provided by your friendly Silver Oaks dentist in Hillcrest option. Custom made guards from the Max brand are available here. They are custom fitted so they fit perfectly over the teeth and offer better protection all while allowing for speech and breathing.Oral Hygienist in Durban