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Welcome

Welcome to the Southgate dental practice website.

Our friendly and caring team offers quality dental care for you and your family.

We are a well established, high-quality, dental practice, caring for you in a modern, relaxing environment. We have been at our present location since 1996, and have treated a wide variety of patients from the locality and the neighbouring areas of Winchmore Hill, Oakwood, Cockfosters ,Grange Park and Barnet. We also have a number of patients who visit us from much further afield. We offer the latest cosmetic dental techniques, including teeth whitening and porcelain veneers and can provide you with a complete smile makeover to improve your confidence in your smile.

We want to ensure all your dental needs can be dealt with by our team ensuring that we never have a need to refer you elsewhere. Our aim has always been to provide the highest quality of dentistry under one roof. We have achieved. this by sharing our facilities with The Southgate Referral Practice - a centre of excellence providing specialists in both endodontics and periodontics. This enables total quality dental care to be performed in the heart of Southgate.

Why Choose Us

We believe in utilising the most modern materials and techniques, to ensure dentistry to the highest of standards, coupled with a traditional emphasis on comfort and service.

Three fully equipped state of the art surgeries.
Full use of autoclaves and disposable equipment, where appropriate, according to British dental association recommendations
All surgeries equipped with radiographic equipment and presence of full mouth scanning
X - ray unit, helping to diagnose complex dental disease, unerupted teeth, cysts etc.
Fully computerized record keeping and administration, ensuring maximum efficiency
Comfortable waiting area, away from the noise of the surgery, with relaxing music and up to date selection of magazines.

Our Team

Dr Carlo Risoli - B.D.S.(LOND) , L.D.S R.C.S

Carlo Risoli was schooled locally in Southgate, and qualified from University College Hospital in central London in 1988 with the bachelor of dental surgery degree ( B.D.S. LOND. ). In 1989 he obtained the further qualification - licentiate of dental surgery ( L.D.S R.C.S ) from the Royal College of surgeons of England.

On qualifying Carlo Risoli worked locally in Winchmore Hill, before moving to a six surgery practice in central London. Here he honed his technical skills, and gained a fine appreciation of cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry.

In 1996 he decided to work and serve his local community and acquired a 3 floor premises and converted it to a 3 surgery dental practice known as the Southgate Dental Practice.

When not busy at the practice Carlo Risoli, furthers his dental Knowledge by attending various postgraduate courses, with a special interest in restorative, cosmetic and implant dentistry. His implant knowledge was further enhanced by a study trip to Boston where he studied under world renowned experts in the field. Carlo is a member of The association of dental implantology ADI.

When away from the dental world Carlo is kept busy by his young family. His wife Moneli,is a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at a local Hospital. They have a young football mad boy and pony loving girl. Carlo’s hobbies include tennis, skiing and chess.

Haroula Yennari - E.D.H. - Hygienist

Haroula is a hygienist with many years of experience. She qualified with distinction in 1990 from the renowned Eastman Dental Hospital and was awarded the prestigious Eastman Nugent cup for gaining the highest marks in the final examinations for dental hygienists. Her main interests lie in treating advanced form of gum diseases, and she has worked in collaboration with periodontal specialists on many cases.

The dental nurses and reception staff

It is essential to have loyal reliable staff and we have been fortunate to achieve this at our practice.

Nicole Vincent is our head nurse and has been dental nursing since 1991. She worked with Dr Risoli in his previous surgery prior to joining him when he set up the practice back in 1996.

Nicole is responsible for ensuring that cross infection and disinfection policies are carried out to the highest of standards. She also has the duties of training new nursing staff.

Valerie Lee is our main receptionist, and has been with us for three years now. She qualified as a dental nurse in 1993, and worked for a number of years at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute. Her extensive dental nursing experience means she can answer most of the difficult technical questions that are sometimes posed at the reception desk.

Kim, Jowita and Maria are the others who make up the hard working nursing and reception staff at the southgate dental practice

Practice Gallery

Dental and Facial Treatments

At our dental practice, our dentists provide stunning cosmetic dental treatments including teeth whitening (home whitening and 1-hour power whitening), porcelain veneers, white fillings, gum contouring and teeth reshaping as well as clear orthodontics using "invisible" braces to create the perfect smile makeover.

To restore your smile by replacing missing, decayed or broken teeth, we use crowns, bridges, dentures and dental implants. Using the latest technology in dentistry we are able to offer the highest quality of care with a wide option of treatments.

Our preventive dental treatments include fissure sealants for children, scale and polish, bad breath, gum disease, decay detection and mouth cancer screening services.

We also have expertise and special interests in oral surgery for extractions, root canal therapy for infections and sedation is available for nervous patients.

Our facial rejuvenation experts remove wrinkles, frowns and lines on the face to make you look and feel younger.

Cosmetic

Teeth Whitening
Brighten your teeth by several shades with our 1 hour In-Office power whitening and home whitening maintenance kits.

Porcelain Veneers
Improve your smile by lengthening and reshaping teeth and closing gaps between teeth. Ask about a complete smile makeover!

White Fillings
Remove unsightly silver metal fillings and replace them with tooth coloured fillings for a whiter smile.

Gum Contouring and Teeth Reshaping
Reshape your gums and teeth to lengthen or shorten the appearance of teeth and improve your smile line.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth are stained by the foods and drinks we consume. Smoking further stains teeth and the natural bright, white shade becomes darkened. Teeth whitening is a successful and simple method of lightening the colour of your teeth. The degree of whiteness achieved will vary from patient to patient and with the type of bleaching process chosen.

Office ZOOM! Teeth Whitening
Your teeth can be lightened immediately using this technique which is conducted in our Dental Practice.

Our Office 1-hour power whitening can whiten teeth by up to several shades, brightening your teeth dramatically to its natural shade. Your lips and gums are covered and a gel is applied to your teeth. A special light is positioned over your teeth to activate the gel, which gently penetrates your teeth, breaking up stains and discolouration. Whiter, brighter teeth in less than an hour!

Home Whitening
A custom made mouth tray is created. A whitening gel is placed in the tray which you then wear whist asleep or for short periods during the day.

Results are normally seen over 2 weeks.

Porcelain Veneers

If your front teeth are stained, chipped, or malaligned, veneers will give you a good life-like appearance with minimum tooth adjustment.
A veneer is a porcelain facing on the front of your teeth usually your top teeth, it is just like a false finger nail.

Veneers are made out of porcelain and are used mainly for aesthetic reasons.
Veneers make teeth look natural and healthy, and because they are very thin and are held in place by a special strong bond (rather like super-glue) very little preparation of the tooth is needed.

Porcelain veneers can improve the colour, shape and position of teeth.
A precise shade of porcelain can be chosen to give the right colour to improve a single discoloured or stained tooth or to lighten front teeth (usually the upper ones) generally.

Veneers can also be used to close small gaps, when orthodontics (braces) are not suitable.
If one tooth is slightly out of position, a veneer can sometimes be fitted to bring it into line with the others.

White Fillings

If the decay is not too serious, our cosmetic dentist will remove all the decay and restore the tooth with a white (tooth coloured) filling.
Our dentists can safely replace silver amalgam fillings with white tooth coloured fillings.

Dental decay happens when the enamel and dentine of a tooth become softened by acid attack, producing a cavity (hole).
More about decay detection in our Preventive Dentistry section.

Gum Contouring and Teeth Reshaping

Lengthen the appearance of your teeth by reshaping your gums.
Shorten, smoothen or level your teeth to improve your smile line.

Restorative

Broken Teeth
Restore broken and chipped teeth after accidents

Crowns
A crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth.

Bridges
Besides having dental implants, there are two main ways to replace missing teeth.

Dentures
Replace many missing teeth with support to your cheeks and lips.

Broken Teeth

A veneer can make a chipped tooth look intact again. The porcelain covers the whole of the front of the tooth with a thicker section replacing the broken part.

Bonding: sometimes instead of a porcelain veneer, a natural colour ‘composite’ material is used instead of porcelain.
A natural-coloured filling material can be used for minor repairs to front teeth like chipped or broken tooth corners.

Crowns

A crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth.

A crown is sometimes known as a ‘cap’. Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken, or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling. They can be made of porcelain or gold or a combination of these materials.

A dental crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance:

You may have discoloured fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth
You may have had a root filling which will need a crown to protect it
It may help hold a bridge or denture firmly in place.

Bridges

Besides having dental implants, there are two main ways to replace missing teeth. The first is with a removable false tooth or teeth – a partial denture. The second is with a fixed bridge.

A dental bridge is usually used where there are fewer teeth to replace, or when the missing teeth are only on one side of the mouth. Bridges are usually made of a precious metal base.

If the bridge will show, porcelain is then bonded to the base. Sometimes, there are other non-precious metals used in the base to reduce the cost.

You should replace missing teeth for a number of reasons. Your appearance is one reason. Another is that the gap left by a missing tooth can mean greater strain is put on the teeth at either side.

A gap can also mean your ‘bite’ is affected, because the teeth next to the space can lean into the gap and alter the way the upper and lower teeth bite together. This can then lead to food getting packed into the gap, which causes both decay and gum disease.

Dental Dentures

Replacing lost or missing teeth has substantial benefits for your health and appearance.
A complete or full denture replaces the natural teeth and provides support for cheeks and lips.
Without this support, sagging facial muscles can make a person appear older and reduce their ability to eat and speak.

A dental denture is an appliance which is worn to replace lost or missing teeth to enable you to enjoy a healthy diet and smile with confidence. A complete or full denture is one that replaces all of the natural teeth in either the upper or lower jaws. A partial denture fills in the spaces created by lost or missing teeth and is attached to your natural teeth with metal clasps or devices called precision attachments.

The base of a denture is called a plate and can be made of either acrylic (plastic) or metal. The teeth are normally made of acrylic and can be made to match your natural teeth. This is especially important in the case of partial dentures.

Preventive

Children
Fluoride applications and fissure sealants for protection against decay

Dental Hygiene
Scale & polishing teeth and teaching you how to keep them clean

Bad Breath
Improve your social life with fresh breath

Gum Disease
Treatment of swelling, soreness or infection of the gum tissues

Decay Detection
Detect early decay and prevent unnecessary discomfort

Mouth Cancer Screening
Smoking, drinking and unhealthy diets increases risks of mouth cancer. Early detection increases chances of survival.

Children Dentists

Our Dentists aim to prevent dental disease rather than treat it at a later date. Fluoride applications and fissure sealants (tooth coloured sealants) are applied to biting surfaces of children's teeth to prevent decay.

Hygiene

Dental hygiene treatment includes professionally cleaning the teeth for the patient. This is usually called scaling and polishing. However, perhaps our most important role is showing the patient the best way to keep the teeth free of plaque.

The dentist also plays an important role in treating gum disease.

Bad Breath Dental

Bad breath is a very common problem and there are many different causes. Persistent bad breath is usually caused by the smelly gases released by the bacteria that coat your teeth and gums.

However, strong foods like garlic and onions can add to the problem. Smoking is also one of the main causes of bad breath, along with certain illnesses such as nasal and stomach conditions.

Bits of food that get caught between the teeth and on the tongue will rot and can sometimes cause an unpleasant smell. So correct and regular brushing is very important to keep your breath smelling fresh.

The bacteria on our teeth and gums (plaque) also cause gum disease and dental decay. If you see your dentist regularly this will not only help prevent bad breath but will also let the dentist look for and treat these problems.

Gum Disease Treatments

Screening for gum disease forms an integral part of your routine examination.

What is gum disease?
Gum disease describes swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease.

What is gingivitis?
Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums. This is when the gums around the teeth become very red and swollen. Often the swollen gums bleed when they are brushed during cleaning.

What is periodontal disease?
Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. There are a number of types of periodontal disease and they all affect the tissues supporting the teeth. As the disease gets worse the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw is lost, making the teeth loose. If this is not treated, the teeth may eventually fall out.

What is the cause of gum disease?
All gum disease is caused by plaque. Plaque is a film of bacteria which forms on the surface of the teeth and gums every day. Many of the bacteria in plaque are completely harmless, but there are some that have been shown to be the main cause of gum disease. To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure you remove all the plaque from your teeth every day. This is done by brushing and flossing.

What happens if gum disease is not treated?
Unfortunately, gum disease progresses painlessly on the whole so that you do notice the damage it is doing. However, the bacteria are sometimes more active and this makes your gums sore. This can lead to gum abscesses, and pus may ooze from around the teeth. Over a number of years, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost. If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can become more difficult.

How do I know if I have gum disease?
The first sign is blood on the toothbrush or in the rinsing water when you clean your teeth. Your gums may also bleed when you are eating, leaving a bad taste in your mouth. Your breath may also become unpleasant.

Tooth Decay Detection

Decay may or may not cause discomfort; even though it doesn’t hurt, the tooth is deteriorating.

Using higher magnification and powerful lighting, it is easier to detect decay at an early stage to prevent excessive tooth damage. When cavities are small, they are much easier and less expensive to treat.

Early tooth decay does not tend to show many physical signs. Sometimes the tooth looks healthy, but your dentist will be able to see from an x-ray whether you have any decay under the enamel, any possible infections in the roots, or any bone loss around the tooth.

Mouth Cancer Screening

Mouth cancer is a malignant growth which can occur in any part of the mouth, including the tongue, lips and throat. Mouth cancers have a higher proportion of deaths per number of cases than breast cancer, cervical cancer or skin melanoma. The mortality rate is just over 50%, despite treatment, with about 1,700 deaths per year in the UK. This is because of late detection. Visit your dentist at once if you notice any abnormal problems or are not sure. Regular dental checkups allow early detection of abnormalities in the mouth.

Mouth Cancer Foundation
The Mouth Cancer Foundation is a registered charity that raises awareness of mouth cancers and proviedes information and support to patients, carers and health professionals.

Giving Up Smoking
It's not easy... So that's why this web site is here. Giving up smoking requires preparation, determination, and support. This site is here to help you with each of these. If you're thinking about giving up, have a look-in.

Implants

Dental Implants
Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. A conventional dental implant is essentially a substitute for a natural root and commonly it is screw or cylinder shaped.

Dental Implants

Dental implants offer a permanent solution for your missing teeth. A dental implant is essentially a substitute for a natural root and commonly it is screw or cylinder shaped. Each implant is placed into a socket carefully drilled at the precise location of the intended tooth. Often the implant can be placed at the same time as removal of the tooth all on the same day.

If an implant has a screw-thread on its outer surface it can be screwed into position and if it does not, it is usually tapped into place. The main aim during installation of any implant is to achieve immediate close contact with the surrounding bone. This creates an initial stability, which over time is steadily enhanced by further growth of bone into microscopic roughnesses on the implant surface.

In order to support replacement teeth, dental implants normally have some form of internal screw thread or post space that allows a variety of components to be fitted. Once fitted, these components provide the foundation for long-term support of crowns, bridges or dentures.

General

Oral Surgery
Minor extractions for teeth in pain or widsom teeth

Root Canal Treatment
Treatment for infected blood or nerve supply of teeth

Oral Surgery (Extractions)

Oral surgery can be provided with sedation for nervous patients.

Wisdom Teeth
Sometimes there may not be room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth and, as they start to come through, they push against the teeth already there or may start to come through at an angle. When this happens, you might feel some pain or discomfort, so the best thing to do is to visit your dentist.

The dentist will probably take an x-ray of your mouth to see how - or if - your wisdom teeth are coming through. From this, they will be able to make a judgement on whether or not to take them out, and how easy or difficult it might be. Extractions can also be done under sedation.

Extractions
Having a tooth out is the same as having an operation and, because of this, you must look after the area to speed healing and to reduce the risk of infection. Here are some pointers:

For the first 24 hours, try to avoid eating hot food, don't smoke, don't drink any alcohol and try not to disturb any blood clot which might have formed.
Don't rinse your mouth for 24 hours after extraction. After that, rinse gently with warm salty water - half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of water is enough.
Brush your teeth as normal to keep your mouth as clean as possible.
You may feel some small pieces of bone work their way out of the socket - don't worry, this is perfectly normal.
There may be some swelling and a bit of discomfort in the first two to three days. If you need to, take some ordinary painkillers - aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetomol will be fine.
If you feel pain a few days after the tooth has been removed, it might be where the blood clot has broken down leaving an empty hole in the gum. This is called a 'dry socket' and will need to be looked at by your dentist. Simply go back and the dentist will pack the wound to ease your discomfort.

Your dentist may have given you some gauze to place onto the area where the tooth has been removed - if not, a clean cloth handkerchief will do just as well (but not a paper tissue).

Roll it into a small firm pad large enough to fit over the gap (probably around 1cm by 3cm).
Sit up and gently clear away any blood clots around the gap using the gauze or hanky.
Put a clean pad over the gap (from tongue side to cheek side) and bite down on it firmly for 10 to 15 minutes.
Take the pad off and check whether the bleeding has stopped. If not, apply a fresh pad and contact your dentist

Root Canal Therapy

What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment (also called endodontics) is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (known as the pulp) is infected through decay or injury.

Why is root canal treatment needed?
If the pulp becomes infected, the infection may spread through the root canal system of the tooth.

This may eventually lead to an abscess. If root canal treatment (RCT) is not carried out, the infection will spread and the tooth may need to be taken out.

Does it hurt?
No. A local anaesthetic is used and it should feel no different to having an ordinary filling done.

What does it involve?
The aim of the treatment is to remove all infection from the root canal. The root is then cleaned and filled to prevent any further infection. Root canal treatment is a skilled and time-consuming procedure. Most courses of treatment will involve two or more visits to your dentist.

At the first appointment, the infected pulp is removed. Any abscesses, which may be present, can also be drained at this time. The root canal is then cleaned and shaped ready for the filling. A temporary filling is put in and the tooth is left to settle.

The tooth is checked at a later visit and when all the infection has cleared, the tooth is permanently filled.

What will my tooth look like after treatment?
In the past, a root filled tooth would often darken after treatment. However, with modern techniques this does not usually happen. If there is any discolouration, there are several treatments available to restore the natural appearance.

What if it happens again?
Root canal treatment is usually very successful. However, if the infection comes back the treatment can be repeated.

What if I don’t have the treatment?
The alternative is to have the tooth out. Once the pulp is destroyed, it can’t heal and it is not recommended to leave an infected tooth in the mouth. Although some people would prefer an extraction, it is usually best to keep as many natural teeth as possible.

Will the tooth be safe after treatment?
Yes. However, it is better to restore the tooth with a crown to provide extra support and strength to the tooth.

Where can this treatment be carried out?
Root canal treatment is a routine dental procedure, which your dentist will be happy to do for you.

What about aftercare?
Root-treated teeth should be treated just the same as any other tooth. Remember to clean your teeth at least once a day, preferably with a fluoride toothpaste. Cut down on sugary snacks, and keep them only to mealtimes if possible. See your dentist for regular check-ups.

Orthodontics

Invisalign
Nowadays, neither adults or children, need to put up with a crooked or uneven smile.

Fixed Braces
Fixed appliances are the most commonly used braces today, because they allow accurate positioning of the teeth.

Removable Braces
Simple treatment may be carried out with a removable appliance (a plate that can be taken out to be cleaned).

Invisalign "Nearly Invisible" Clear Braces

Nowadays, neither adults or children, need to put up with a crooked or uneven smile. Advances in technology now mean that correction of bite problems can start as young as age 5 or 6. Adults and teenagers can wear braces or ‘aligners’ which are not only ‘nearly invisible’ but also removable for cleaning. So, you can smile during your treatment as well as after!

Our dentists have been using the clear braces system for many years and are highly experienced at treating a wide range of orthodontic problems. All Invisalign consultations are free of charge.

Invisalign can help you get the great smile you've always wanted because it's...

Invisible - since the aligners are transparent most people wont even notice them and so no body will know that you are straightening your teeth. So you will be able to smile more during treatment as well as after.

Removable - you take your clear braces out to eat and drink what you want whilst in treatment, also dental hygiene is not problem, something that can be difficult when wearing fixed orthodontic braces.

Comfortable - conventional braces can cause irritation to your teeth and gums because of the metal wires and bands, with invisalign the aligners are comfortable and you shouldnt experince such problems.

Invisalign® has its own patented clincheck system and so it allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan on a computer generated screen , so that you can see how your teeth will move over times and how straight your teeth will look when your treatment is complete. Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. And it's been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices throughout the world.

How Does Invisalign® Work?

You wear each set of clear aligners for about two weeks, removing them only when you need to eat, drink, or clean your teeth
As you replace each aligner with the next one in the series, your teeth will move - little by little, week by week - until they have straightened to the final position your orthodontist or dentist has prescribed.
You'll visit your orthodontist or dentist about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.

Fixed Braces

Fixed appliances are the most commonly used braces today, because they allow accurate positioning of the teeth.

The braces are securely fixed onto the teeth and cannot be removed by the patient. There are various systems available ranging from the standard metal brackets to clear or aesthetic brackets.

We also use the latest low-friction systems such as Damon (shown opposite) and In-Ovation R, which reduce treatment time.

Fixed braces are now available with clear brackets, dramatically reducing the visibility of fixed braces. They are particularly popular for adults, where aesthetics are of the utmost importance.

Removable Braces

Simple treatment may be carried out with a removable appliance (a plate that can be taken out to be cleaned).
Removable braces has delicate wires and springs attached, which move the teeth using gentle pressure.

Face & Beauty

Botox Botulinum Toxin
Botulinum toxin is a purified bacterial substance that blocks muscle nerve signals.

Restylane
Restylane is a crystal clear gel form of hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the body.

Sculptra
Putting back what time takes out, naturally

Botox Botulinum Toxin

What is botulinum toxin?
Botulinum toxin is a purified bacterial substance that blocks muscle nerve signals. The dentist can safely inject botulinum toxin to weaken facial muscle and diminish unwanted wrinkles and frown lines that appear across the forehead and at the corners of the eyes (crow’s feet).

The Botox anti-wrinkle treatment can smooth out age-related wrinkles such as crows feet, frown lines or lines on the forehead. It works in a different way than the injected gels and the effects last between 3 – 5 months.

What is BOTOX®?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

One 10-minute treatment, a few tiny injections and within days there's a noticeable improvement in those persistent lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows to form over time.

A million people have been treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic since FDA approval in 2002. Not just models and movie stars, but people from all types of professions.

BOTOX® Cosmetic can smooth moderate to severe frown lines between your brows for up to 4 months.

Restylane

Restylane is a crystal clear gel form of hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the body. Hyaluronic acid holds water, hydrating and giving volume to the skin.

Sculptra

Putting back what time takes out, naturally

Sculptra™ is a long-lasting, clinical-proven treatment than can smooth deep lines and wrinkles and restore facial volume lost to the body's natural ageing process. The improvement is gradual, long-lasting and gives you an entirely natural-looking fuller face.

Sculptra™ is an injectable volumising treatment that stimulates the build up of the body’s own collagen to smooth out lines and wrinkles and restore lost facial volume to give you a fuller, younger-looking face.

The natural non-surgical cosmetic treatment is performed by specially trained medical professionals, and you have the confidence of knowing that Sculptra™ is only available from sanofi-aventis, one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

Nervous Patients

Sedation
We offer an intravenous or IV sedation. This is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm.

Sedation

Is there anything that can help me with my fear of the dentist?
Yes. Some people are so frightened of the dentist that they will not go for dental treatment. They can overcome their fears with relaxation or sedation. Our dentists are sympathetic about these feelings, and you can ask our dentists about these ways to help.

What is sedation?
We offer an intravenous or IV sedation. This is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm. The dose will depend on the amount of treatment needed and the length of time it will take to complete.

How will IV sedation in the surgery affect me?
You become drowsy and unaware of any treatment, but you are still able to co-operate with the dentist. The effects of sedative medicine take some time to wear off and your dentist will tell you how long the drugs will take to clear from your body. You won’t be able to drink alcohol, drive or work machinery during this time.

What else can help?
You can be helped to feel relaxed by ‘relative analgesia’ sometimes known as inhalation sedation. This means breathing in a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen (‘laughing gas’) which quickly leads to a pleasant, relaxed feeling. The dentist puts you at ease at the same time, by talking softly and suggesting what you feel. You remain conscious all the time, although you may be a little drowsy, and any treatment given causes you no discomfort. You breathe in the mixture through a nosepiece, which is very comfortable. You can’t overdose on the gas, as the mixture quickly leaves the body if you breathe in one or two breaths of ordinary air. There are no after-effects either, and you can drive a car after about 15 minutes. Many dentists use this safe and effective technique.

How does relaxation work?
When we are faced with a challenge or something we’re afraid of, such as a visit to the dentist, our bodies produce substances, which raise our anxiety. However, we can train our bodies to work against this anxiety, by learning to relax. It’s not possible to be anxious and relaxed at the same time, so learning relaxation helps control our anxiety.