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Dental Services
Cosmetic dentistry
Our range of cosmetic dental services includes Crowns, Bridges, Veneers, and replacement of silver amalgam fillings with tooth colours composite ones. more...
Implant dentistry
We use the Astratech Dental Implant system to replace missing teeth. We can replace a single tooth with an implant crown, or a full arch with implant supported bridges or dentures. more...
General dentistry
We provide a full range of general dental services for all the family, including routine scaling and fillings using a range of materials. We also provide routine endodontic (root canal) treatments, and can provide sports mouthguards and anti snoring devices where required. more...
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Durham City Smiles – Early February 2012 news
03/02/2012I’ve got some further exciting news regarding the sponsorship of the Durham City Hockey Club U16 team and the arrival more…
Durham City Smiles – January 2012
27/01/2012The busy start to the year continues. Our new team member We’d like to welcome Amy Little to the team. more…
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Rubber Dam
What is a Rubber Dam?
A rubber dam is a thin protective sheet of latex or nitrile.
When is a Rubber Dam required?
A rubber dam can be used for with a number of holes in it to expose the teeth and protect the gums during the tooth whitening process. Or a rubber dam can be used with a single hole to protect a tooth from contamination when carrying out root canal treatment. It is also useful when white fillings are placed to keep the area dry.
How is it used?
Graeme will place the protective dam on at the start of treatment. The dam will only be in place whilst treatment is in process. Many people prefer their dental treatment with the rubber dam on as it helps prevent debris falling to the back of your mouth.