Frequently Asked Questions
Take a look through our list of frequently asked questions. If you have a question that isn't answered here, click on the "any questions" button on the left to send your enquiry.
I already have a dentist but he doesn’t
provide cosmetic treatments, can I still come to Carlton
House?
Does tooth whitening damage your teeth?
What downsides are there to tooth
whitening?
Are veneers damaging to healthy teeth?
Do you guarantee your treatments?
I already have a set of veneers that have been
present for years but look poor. Can they be replaced?
Once I have had cosmetic dentistry, will it
need replacing in the future?
I am a very nervous patient but would like
cosmetic dentistry. Is this possible?
Q. I already have a dentist but he doesn’t
provide cosmetic treatments, can I still come to
Carlton House?
A. Yes. We regularly treat patients from other dental
practices and indeed we have many dentists referring
patients to us for our advanced treatments. Usually we will
let your dentist know what treatment we have undertaken to
ensure that they provide appropriate follow up care.
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Q. Does tooth whitening damage your
teeth?
A. No. The clinically approved whitening systems that we
use do not harm tooth enamel in any way. The gel only
oxidizes pigment proteins creating beautiful white teeth
without affecting the mineral in the enamel in any way.
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Q. What downsides are there to
tooth whitening?
A. Very few. In some cases, people report short term
sensitivity to cold for up to 24 hours after whitening
treatments. We tailor the whitening procedure to the
individual and where people already have sensitive teeth,
desensitizing gels are provided and the gel mixture
strength reduced to minimise sensitivity. In all cases
sensitivity is very short lasting and always resolves
within 24 hours. (back to
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Q. Are veneers damaging to healthy
teeth?
A. When teeth are prepared for porcelain veneers, some
natural enamel is removed. The amount removed is kept to a
minimum and in most cases is only around 0.3 to 0.5 mm. We
also provide "no preparation" veneers in certain situations
where no drilling is needed. (back to top)
Q. Do you guarantee your
treatments?
A. We offer a one year guarantee on all our restorative
work from the day of fitting. Root fillings are not covered
by any guarantee due to the variable nature of the
treatment. (back to
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Q. I already have a set of veneers
that have been present for years but look poor. Can they be
replaced?
A. Yes. The amazing range of natural lifelike materials we
now have at our disposal means that old false looking
crowns and veneers can now be replaced with fresh, stronger
and much more natural looking ones. (back to top)
Q. Once I have had cosmetic
dentistry, will it need replacing in the future?
A. As with all dental treatments, the length of time
something lasts depends on how ell it is looked after. We
aim to ensure that we provide all the necessary care,
advice and follow up to ensure that cosmetic treatments
last a lifetime. We have 2 dental hygienists that provide
ongoing care and maintenance as well as advice on looking
after your mouth, teeth and gums. Cared for properly, there
is no reason why cosmetic treatments shouldn’t last a
lifetime. (back to
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Q. I am a very nervous patient but
would like cosmetic dentistry. Is this possible?
A. Yes. As well as being a specialised cosmetic dental
practice, we are a referral centre for anxious patients. We
offer all treatments under sedation allowing even totally
phobic patients receive dental care in a relaxed and stress
free manner. (back to
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