We usually recommend that patients have a dental check-up every six to 12 months. This allows us to monitor your oral health and make sure that we catch any minor issues before they turn into major and more costly ones.

We recommend our patients have a dental hygienist appointment every 12 months, or as often as you can. To make this as easy as possible for you we try to combine dental and hygiene appointments when possible.

A dental hygiene appointment at Carisbrook Dental helps to keep your gums healthy and gives your teeth a thorough, deep clean. Our dental hygienist will assess the health of your gums and check for plaque build-up and gum disease, before carrying out a deep clean and scale to remove plaque. They will end the appointment with a polish, so you leave our Manchester practice with sparkling teeth and fresh breath.

It’s quite common to be nervous about a trip to the dentist, although at Carisbrook Dental our team are here to make sure you have nothing to fear! For patients who are particularly nervous ahead of treatment, we offer safe and effective sedation options and our friendly team are here to help you feel at ease.

To keep your teeth and gums in good condition it’s really important to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss daily. We also advise eating a balanced diet that is low in sugary and acidic foods, and avoiding tobacco products.

Tooth sensitivity can be caused by various factors such as enamel erosion, gum recession, or tooth decay. During your dental check-up, let your dentist know about any symptoms you are experiencing. They can examine your teeth to determine the underlying cause and recommend appropriate treatment options, such as desensitising toothpaste, fluoride treatments, or dental restorations.

Restorative dental treatments look to repair teeth that have been damaged or decayed. At Carisbrook Dental, such treatments include root canal, dental crowns and implants.  

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Cosmetic dentistry treatments aim to address aesthetic issues, such as the colour, position and shape of your teeth. Such treatments at our Manchester practice include teeth whitening and dental veneers.

While there are plenty of teeth whitening products available ‘off-the-shelf’, the professional whitening treatments used by Carisbrook Dental work safely and predictably. Whitening your teeth under the supervision of a trained dental professional is the safest option.

The longevity of teeth whitening results varies depending on factors such as your oral hygiene, diet, and lifestyle habits. With proper care and maintenance, your whiter, brighter smile can last several months, if not longer.

Looked after well, dental veneers can last for a long time, but they are not guaranteed to stay on permanently. Veneers can weaken over time due to normal wear-and-tear. By maintaining excellent oral hygiene and visiting us in Manchester for regular dental check-ups, your veneers are more likely to remain securely in place for ten years or longer.

Dental veneers are typically suitable for patients who have healthy teeth and gums but are unhappy with the appearance of their smile due to issues such as discolouration, stains, chipped teeth, gaps between teeth, or minor misalignment. It's important for patients to have realistic expectations and to discuss their smile goals with the Carisbrook Dental team, before deciding to go ahead with treatment.