Wisdom teeth are the most posterior teeth located at the end of the upper and lower jaws. They are the last teeth to erupt into the arch and usually erupt during your late teens to early twenties. Often there is not enough space for the wisdom teeth to erupt properly into arch and this can lead to issues such as infections and tooth decay. If your wisdom teeth are erupting, it is a good idea to make an appointment with us and have an assessment conducted. Our dentist will be able to easily tell you if your wisdom teeth will cause problems or if they will not require any treatment.
If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile book an appointment to see one our lovely dentist. Teeth whitening is a simple and effective method which can produce rapid results to help you achieve the smile you desire. There are several factors which can discolour your teeth such as foods, tea and coffee, soft-drinks as well as yellowing through the natural process of aging. Our dentists will be able to easily identify the source of your discolouration and create a treatment plan with you to achieve the smile you desire.
Root canal treatment is conducted in order to remove an infected or necrotic pulp from within the tooth and replace it with a long-lasting filling. The dental pulp is located in the centre of a tooth and consist of nerve fibres, blood vessels and other dental cells. If the pulp is compromised due to infection or injury patient will often experience a severe tooth ache and may require a root canal.
It is highly recommended to see a dentist regularly in order to protect your oral health. At Steve King Dental Group, we recommend 6 monthly check-ups accompanied with a professional scale and clean. This allows us to identify any potential problems at the earliest stage possible and create a treatment plan to address your needs.