How does sensitivity happen?

There are several causes for sensitivity, since dentine can be exposed in a number of ways.

You may have a broken or cracked tooth, or you may have a hole as a result of tooth decay which now needs a filling.
Over-brushing your teeth (too hard or for too long) can wear down your tooth enamel.
Acidic food and drink can erode your enamel.
Receding gums can slowly expose the root of your tooth, which doesn’t have an enamel layer. This can occur naturally or through gum disease, including gingivitis.
Poor-quality cosmetic teeth whitening treatments can cause damage to your enamel.
If you grind your teeth, you can wear away your enamel or even the whole tooth.

Can tooth sensitivity be treated or avoided?

Make sure you have regular check-ups with your dentist and see your hygienist whenever you’re referred.
Follow your dentist’s or hygienist’s advice for looking after your teeth at home.
Visit your dentist as soon as you suspect you may have a problem such as a cavity, a cracked tooth or a change in your gums. Treatment can stop things getting worse.
Your dentist might recommend a fluoride gel, rinse or varnish. These can gradually build up the protective layer of your teeth.
Avoid sugary, fizzy and acidic foods and drinks.
Don’t brush your teeth from side to side – instead, use small, circular motions.
Switch to a softer toothbrush and replace it as soon as it shows signs of wear.
Use a desensitising toothpaste, ideally one with fluoride in (but take your dentist’s advice, because too much fluoride can be bad for you).

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How dental Insurance can help with dental payments

July 24, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Dental insurance can help with payment of your dental bills. At Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow, we accept all kinds of dental insurance both personal and corporate including BUPA, Unum Dental, Allianz, Simply Health, and many other leading companies.

The way it works, is you would need to pay for your dental costs with us and then claim the money back from your dental insurance provider. It is worth noting that some policies may only pay out if you’ve been with them for at least 3 or 6 months, so it is worth checking your policy.

Treatment that is covered by dental insurance

Each dental insurance provider will have a policy that covers an element of dental care, but most should cover general dental treatment such as check-ups, X-rays and scale and polish. They will also cover dental emergency treatment and payment for restorative treatment such as fillings, crowns and root canals.

Cosmetic treatment such as teeth straightening, or teeth whitening are not typically included.

To be sure, it is always worth finding out before having your treatment done, as the amount of cover provided may differ depending on the amount you pay for the insurance.

The benefits

A dental insurance policy can be an effective way to budget and manage dental costs, especially if you want to protect yourself from costly dental bills in the future.

Dental insurance also should give you peace of mind in the event of unpredictable events such as a dental emergency, as it can cover you without you having to worry about the fees for the treatment required. You can usually choose whether to pay monthly or annually to suit your circumstances.

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July 21, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Broken Tooth – Seen Same Day – Emergency Dentist

Toothache, Swelling, Broken Tooth or Filling, Smile Makeover, Invisible Braces, Veneers. We respond to your enquiry the same day.

Established in 2017 and based in the heart of Harrow/South Harrow, we have spent over 4 years providing a high quality of affordable dental care to over 2.5k patients since we opened.

Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow is OPEN, Monday to Saturday, and we are taking all possible precautions to ensure the safety of our staff and patients while we continue your dental care.

Please attend your appointment alone, ideally wearing a mask and use our hand gel/washing facilities. If you don’t have a mask we will be more than happy to provide you with one while in the waiting area. Our clinical staff are using the latest PPE in the form of positive air pressure respirators and air purification systems to provide you with complete protection + ease.

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Don’t Forget to Schedule Your Summer Dental Appointments

July 19, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Neem Dental Clinic offers a variety of flexible appointments during the summer months for students, teachers, Lecturers, and everyone enjoying a summer break.

Take advantage of scheduling your dental appointments during summertime to avoid having to take them out of school, Uni, and holiday.

Whether it be your professional dental cleaning or restorative dental appointments for cavities or teeth that need repairing, the Neem Dental Clinic Team looks forward to taking care of your dental needs

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Pitch-perfect Smiles at Neem Dental Clinic

July 11, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Kick off your summer with a pitch-perfect smile, no matter the score. Contact Neem Dental Clinic today to discuss your dental needs.

So, if you’re not happy with your smile, now might be the opportune time to get in touch to discuss your treatment options. Whether you’re considering checkup , cleaning, teeth whitening or even a complete smile makeover, we can help.

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July 8, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

A variety of treatment options are available to all patients experiencing different types of cosmetic dental problems.

Our expert and specialist skills allow us the opportunity to combine and apply several treatment options.

This is to ensure that our patients feel more secure about their smile and appearance by designing their desired smile.

Because Your Smile Matters To Us

Our state of the art facilities offers high quality ethical dental care. Whether you are looking for a dental check-up or cosmetic dentistry, choose the dentist you can trust.

We are committed to offering first-class dentistry at affordable prices, with private dental check-ups starting from only £40 for new patients (including x-ray when clinically required).

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Valplast Flexible Partials

July 6, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Valplast Flexible Partials are known for years as the best nylon based metal free solution for partial dentures, comfortable and cosmetic choice for tooth replacement. Flexibility, combined with strength and light weight provides total comfort and great looks for any dental patient.

Most people have a pretty clear idea of what dentures look like – replica teeth on a rigid framework that fits against your gums and the roof of your mouth.

Flexible dentures are a little different. As the name suggests, they are made of more flexible materials, which creates a thinner, lighter, flexible framework.

There are several benefits to wearing flexible dentures:

They can be more comfortable for people who find rigid dentures uncomfortable to wear.
Many wearers find them more aesthetically appealing because of how the flexible framework hides well inside the mouth.
They are an affordable option for wearers on a wide range of budgets.

We would be happy to discuss flexible dentures with you if you’d like to talk to one of our consultants about the differences and whether flexible dentures are right for you.

More benefits of flexible dentures

Some of the benefits of flexible dentures come from the way they fit alongside your existing natural teeth.

There are several characteristics that wearers often find preferable with flexible dentures:

No need for metal clasps to hold flexible dentures in place.
No need to alter or drill your natural teeth to make room for a metal framework.
Aesthetically more pleasing clasps

Again, these come down to the aesthetics and comfort of your new flexible dentures, and can have a big impact on peace of mind for the wearer.

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Take your smile off pause with Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow

July 2, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

In the last few months, we’ve all had to put things on pause. But your smile doesn’t have to be one of them.

So, if you’re not happy with your smile, now might be the opportune time to get in touch to discuss your treatment options. Whether you’re considering dentures, dental bridges, teeth whitening or even a complete smile makeover, we can help.

Neem Dental Clinic is open to everyone. You don’t need insurance, membership or a contract to visit us. Simply search for your Neem, Harrow or Dentist near me Harrow today to book an appointment.

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A YOUNGER LOOKING YOU

June 26, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

WITH BRIGHTER, CLEANER TEETH

HYGIENE & CLEANING IN HARROW

Are you embarrassed by the build-up of stains and plaque on your teeth, but nervous about visiting a private dental hygienist?

We offer the gentlest dental hygiene and cleaning treatments in Harrow along with friendly advice and tips to maintain your dazzling smile.

So, you too can have that dentist clean feeling and learn how to make good oral hygiene part of your daily routine.

BENEFITS OF PROFESSIONAL TEETH CLEANING?

Seeing a dental hygienist for professional teeth cleaning is the foundation of a beautiful and healthy smile. Our aim is for you to be disease free and understand that maintenance is key. It will help you keep your teeth for longer, in a better condition and looking good.

As well as having your teeth cleaned, the condition of your gums will be assessed and we can discuss any issues you have such as:

Bleeding gums

Bad breath

Gaps developing between teeth

Food getting trapped between teeth

Persistent infections

Swellings

Unfortunately, some people have advanced gum disease, where they lose the bone supporting their teeth. We have special techniques in place to thoroughly clean under the gum in a gentle manner and give bespoke advice to you on how to maintain it and promote healing.

While gum disease can never be reversed, it can be brought under control and maintained with care and attention.

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Cosmetic Bonding in Harrow

June 23, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

Improve Your Smile with Cosmetic Dental Bonding

Cosmetic Bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-coloured resin material (a durable plastic material) is applied and hardened with a special light, which ultimately “bonds” the material to the tooth to restore or improve person’s smile.

What is Cosmetic Bonding?

Cosmetic Bonding can be considered to fix the following dental issues:

To repair decayed teeth (composite resins are used to fill cavities)
To repair chipped or cracked teeth
To improve the appearance of discoloured teeth
To close spaces between teeth
To make teeth look longer
To change the shape of teeth
As a cosmetic alternative to amalgam fillings
To protect a portion of the tooth’s root that has been exposed when gums recede

Cosmetic Bonding Procedure

Cosmetic Bonding takes little to no preparation. Your Neem dentist will match the shade of your existing teeth to select a composite resin colour that will closely match the colour of your tooth.

There are two forms of Cosmetic Bonding: direct composite bonding and adhesive bonding

Direct Composite Bonding – This is the process where dentists use tooth-coloured composites white or natural-looking materials) to fill cavities, repair chips or cracks, close gaps between your teeth and build up the worn-down edges of teeth. The composite materials may also be directly applied and sculpted to the surfaces of teeth that show most prominently when you smile, for minimally invasive smile makeovers. In the dental world these are called direct composite veneers but generically known by most to be called “bonding.”

Adhesive Bonding – This is the process of attaching a restoration to a tooth. This method is commonly used for aesthetic crowns, porcelain veneers, bridges and inlays/onlays. After your Neem dentist has chosen a colour that matches the shade of your teeth, he/she will roughen the surface of the tooth using a gentle phosphoric acid solution. Soon after the roughing agent is removed, a liquid bonding agent is applied. The tooth-coloured putty-like resin is applied to the tooth, then moulded and smoothed until it’s in the desired shape. The material is then hardened with an ultraviolet curing light, and the previous step is repeated until the filing or direct composite veneer has reached its final shape. Your Neem dentist will then polish the material until it matches the sheen of the rest of the tooth surface.

Pros and Cons of Cosmetic Bonding

Pros – Cosmetic Bonding is one of the most common and least expensive of cosmetic dentistry procedures. It can usually be done in one short visit unless multiple teeth are involved. Another advantage to bonding is that compared to veneers and crowns, it requires little to no removal of tooth enamel. Most procedures involving dental bonding do not require anaesthesia.

Cons – The material used in dental bonding is not as strong as your real teeth, so biting on fingernails or chewing on pens can actually chip the material. Bonding only lasts a few years before it needs to be repaired and is not as strong as other restorative procedures, such as crowns, veneers, or fillings. It is also not as stain resistant as crowns.

Because there are some limitations to the restorative impacts that bonding can have, some dentists may view it as best suited for small cosmetic changes, for temporary correction of cosmetic defects, and for correction of teeth in areas of very low bite pressure (for example, front teeth). Your Neem dentist will be able to tell you if bonding is right for you or may make other recommendations relative to your personal conditions.

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June 18, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

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Hygiene & Air Polish

Preventative dentistry, provided by your hygienist, plays a vital role in protecting your oral health. Regular treatments from a hygienist combined with dental check-ups can greatly improve oral health and the overall appearance of your teeth. Airflow polishing is a hygiene treatment that effectively removes stains on the front and back of teeth, leaving you with a smile to be proud of.

Elimination of Stubborn Stains

Certain foods, drinks and medications, as well as smoking, can result in stained teeth. These stubborn stains can be removed using the AIR-FLOW system, a combination of water, compressed air and fine powder particles that quickly and comfortably clean and polish teeth, even those areas that are difficult to access. This fast, comfortable method of teeth cleaning is suitable for most patients, including those with sensitive teeth, implants, bridges, veneers and crowns. So you can show off your clean smile in no time.

Benefits of Airpolish

An Airpolish treatment is a quick and easy way to have pesky general stains removed from your teeth.

gently removes plaque – helping to prevent gum disease
if done before a teeth whitening treatment can improve the overall effectiveness of the whitening
a gentler way to remove stains than traditional stain removal treatments, a great idea for anyone nervous of a hygiene appointment

You can just come in and have this treatment done – we’d love to see you for a clean and polish before a big event or just to help you look and feel great.

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With This Week Promising To Be A ‘Scorcher’, Our Neem Dentists, Harrow/Wembley Offer Some Timely Advice.

June 16, 2021 Neem Dental Clinic

If the weather reports are anywhere near accurate, this week we are likely to see temperatures reaching 30 degrees and possibly beyond. These temperatures are more typical of places like Rome and Athens than Harrow / Wembley!
We shouldn’t complain though given the unreliability of the British weather, but these temperatures don’t come without risks and we need to protect our teeth and gums when the weather gets hot.
Below, we offer our patients some basic but useful tips.

1 – Don’t use the weather to skip your dental appointment. If you have an appointment made for a check-up at Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow, please keep it. Postponing it until it cools down may result in a longer delay than you intend. We will do our best to see you as soon as we can when you come, so that you can get back out in the sun.

2 – Stay well hydrated. It is easy to become dehydrated in the hot weather and this is bad for our general health but also for our gums. Gum disease is more likely to be present in people with a dry mouth so try to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

3 – Curb those World Cup celebrations – beer is OK in moderation, but a combination of hot weather and a Euro Cup means that some people will drink a lot more than usual. The risks of accidents rise when this happens, and, as we know, alcohol also causes a dry mouth (see above).

4 – Remember to brush – The heat can be draining, especially if it is also humid. Tiredness can then easily cause us to skip brushing our teeth at night before we go to bed because we are ‘too tired’. You should never be too tired to brush your teeth; it only takes a few minutes and is the most essential thing you can do to avoid tooth decay.

5 – Restrict your ice creams – As well as beer, the sale of ice creams and soft drinks tend to rise during the hotter weather. We all know that these are high in sugar and will damage our teeth if eaten and drunk in excess. Try to replace soft drinks with water as much as you can and keep the number of ice creams down to a sensible level. If you notice, whilst eating ice cream or drinking anything really cold, that your teeth feel really sensitive, you could have damaged your teeth; so please make an appointment at our Neem dental clinic if you notice this.

By all means, do enjoy this rare heatwave and have a good time, but don’t forget that your teeth could suffer if you don’t take sufficient care.

Following the above guidelines is a good start, along with common sense of course. If you have any problems with your teeth during the hot weather, or at any time, please call the Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow for an appointment on 020 8423 2523.

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