To prevent tooth decay, it is advised to limit sugar to meal times only. Every time you consume sugar, the sugar reacts with the bacteria in your mouth and attacks the enamel.

Tea and coffee can cause staining on the teeth due to a compound found in them called ‘Tannin’ which can easily stick to the enamel of the teeth making the teeth appear darker.

Braces can cause plaque and food debris to get trapped around the teeth, so it is important that when braces are fitted, your oral hygiene is very good. Here are some tips from Dental Smiles to help you protect your teeth.

Fluoride can help to prevent tooth decay, which is why it’s added to many brands of toothpaste. We use fluoride at Dental Smiles to help children and adults protect their teeth throughout their lives.

Dental sedation refers to the use of medication to induce a state of relaxation. It is used at Dental Smiles Chelmsford to help reduce anxiety whilst treatment is being carried out. 

At Dental Smiles Chelmsford, veneers are used to change tooth imperfections such as stained or chipped teeth, they are made with either porcelain or composite materials and are bonded to the tooth surface using a dental cement.

Our Dental Hygienists will talk you through the different oral hygiene products you can use to ensure you have good oral health, taking into account things such as manual dexterity/braces etc and finding what works best for you.

Our Chelmsford dentists offer porcelain onlays and crowns. A crown may be needed when a large dental cavity threatens the health of a tooth.

At Dental Smiles Chelmsford, we offer composite fillings. These fillings are a tooth coloured restorative material. They bond to the tooth surface so the tooth appears natural at the end of treatment.