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Looking after your smile in Dunstable

General dentistry includes all the dental services that keep your teeth healthy. Dental check-ups form a large amount of what we do here at Dunstable Dental Practice, and they are important for maintaining your smile.

At Dunstable Dental Practice, we use a preventative approach to dentistry and believe that prevention is better than cure. Through regular dental check-ups we can keep a close eye on your oral health, dealing with any issues quickly before they become complex or costly.

We are proud to offer NHS dental services as well as private treatments. You will only be able to get general dentistry such as check-ups, hygiene and fillings on the NHS because these services focus on the care of your teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry dental services such as teeth whitening, and invisible braces focus on the appearance of your teeth and so these services cannot be claimed on the NHS and must be paid for privately. Dunstable Dental Practice offers 0% finance to help make cosmetic dentistry affordable.

We welcome new NHS and private dental patients from Dunstable, Totternhoe, Sewell and throughout Bedfordshire.

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Which general dentistry services are available at Dunstable Dental Practice?

Some of the more common general dentistry services at Dunstable Dental Practice include:

Dental check-up

You should have a dental check-up every 6 to 12 months. By seeing your dentist regularly, we can monitor your general oral health and prevent any problems like tooth decay and gum disease from occurring. Your dentist will also check on such things as your bite and the general health of your teeth.
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Dental crowns

If your tooth becomes damaged due to decay, trauma or due to having root canal therapy, you may need a crown. A dental crown fits over the top of your tooth to give protection and support.
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Fillings

Cavities can develop due to poor oral hygiene, trauma or an excess of sugar in your diet. If you get a cavity you will need to have it filled before it becomes painful or develops an infection. We offer white composite fillings or traditional amalgam fillings.
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Dental hygienist

Your hygienist focuses on your oral hygiene and helps to combat bad breath, the build up of plaque and gum disease. Gum disease is the main reason for tooth loss. Your hygienist will give your mouth a deep clean that is more thorough than using your toothbrush.
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Children’s dentistry

It’s important to care for your child’s oral hygiene as soon as the first tooth appears in the gum. By seeing the dentist regularly, we can check that your child’s teeth are healthy and growing as they should. If any problems arise, they can be dealt with quickly.
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Root canal treatment

If you get an infection in your tooth, it can be extremely painful. You may find your mouth is sensitive and your gums may be swollen. Root canal treatment involves your dentist removing the pulp from within your tooth and cleaning out the root canals to eliminate the infection.
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Periodontal disease

Periodontal disease or gum disease is caused by the sticky buildup of plaque on your teeth. The first stage of gum disease is known as gingivitis and may cause red, swollen and bleeding gums. If not treated, this will develop into periodontitis which is more serious and can cause tooth loss.
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Emergency dentist

If you have an accident or experience some form of trauma which causes pain or bleeding to your mouth or teeth, our emergency dentist will aim to see you on the same day. We accept existing and new patients for dental emergencies.

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Dentures

Dentures are the most cost-effective way to replace missing teeth. Consisting of an acrylic removable plate, dentures contain a full or partial set of teeth or a single false tooth. Advances in technology used to make dentures mean they are more natural looking and personalised.

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Benefits of general dentistry in Dunstable

Patients from Houghton Regis and throughout Bedfordshire are choosing general dentistry because:

 

  • Dental check-ups and regular hygiene appointments both keep your teeth, mouth and gums looking and feeling their best
  • By regularly seeing your dentist and hygienist you can prevent problems such as tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath from occurring
  • General dentistry treatments like fillings, crowns and root canal therapy all help to restore your teeth and protect your smile
  • Your general health is closely related to your oral health. Regular dental check-ups, hygienist appointments and restorative treatments all keep your teeth healthy and help to protect your general health as well as your oral health

    FAQ's for General Dentistry

    My teeth feel fine so why do I need to see the dentist regularly?

    Your teeth may well look and feel fine, but regular dental check-ups ensure that there aren’t problems or issues going on that you may not be aware of. Gum disease is renowned for being a “silent disease” which often doesn’t present with any problems until it can be too late. We believe that prevention is easier and often less costly than cure.

    I’m frightened of seeing the dentist, what should I do?

    We understand that for some patients, seeing the dentist can be scary or even traumatic. We are all trained to work with nervous patients and those who have dental phobias. We will take things at your pace starting with chats and visits before attempting any type of dental check-up or treatment. The most important thing you can do is talk to us.

    Do general dentistry treatments like fillings and crowns hurt?

    Most treatments like fillings are painless and will not hurt. For treatments that require more time or are more invasive, you may be offered a local anaesthetic or sedation. Rest assured; you will not feel any pain during your general dental treatments.

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    Catalin J.
    Very professional and prompt.
    Penny B.
    Was very pleased with the results. Good efficient service
    Peter D.
    Great dental practice very friendly and professional.👍
    Becky C.
    Highly recommend Adam my dentist has been amazing with everything, staff so friendly and welcoming
    vivien P.
    Since being absolutely traumatised from a root canal treatment I had here 10 plus yrs ago that was never right but I was too scared to go back and get it sorted. Finally Adam successfully took my crown off and is replacing it for me. He knows how scared I am and reassured me so much. To have trust again in someone is huge for me. I’m just gutted I didn’t go back after it was first done as it was never right and looked hideous. Unfortunately can’t have a white one now due to finance but it has to be better than what I had. Adam you can’t ever leave 😂 I have my trust in you and now my children also. Adam has been doing my checkups for a while now which built up my courage to get this tooth sorted. Thank you for being so patient with me and understanding my worries. You are a credit to the dental practice.
    Peter J.
    Great service as always with a smile, have now looked after my teeth for many years now and would not go anywhere else. ...Thank you
    Kevin P.
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    jenai O.
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    Debbie G.
    Always great service from the receptionist ladies knowledgeable and calm with everyone.
    We see the best dentist in town Danielle makes it a pleasure to come to the Dentist. We’ve been seeing her for several years now and couldn’t go anywhere else.
    Ryan C.
    Always friendly and welcoming, appointment was 5 mins early and Dentist (Adam) friendly, honest and professional.
    Amanda D.
    I was just so thankful to be seen and antibiotics prescribed are working well. The dentist was informative and thorough.
    julie T.
    Adam has been treating me for over a year and I can say he is the most nicest guy very considerate and very careful.
    He takes time to get to know you to make you feel looked after .
    Suzanne K.
    Poonam and her assistant are fabulous. My daughter is a very anxious patient but feels at ease with Poonam. She reassures and explains everything to my daughter and eases my daughter’s anxiety. All the staff are super helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend
    John H.
    I am perfectly happy with the service I receive here. Been with them many years.
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    janet H.
    Staff pleasant and Dr Shah kindly fitted me due to my broken tooth .!He gave plenty of anaesthetic so no pain . He took plenty of time in making sure he extracted all my root . Big thank you . This is why I remain with this surgery although I have moved away .
    Ian C.
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    Graham
    We lived in Caddington. We now live in Lincolnshire. We still attend Dunstable Dental Practice. Do we need to say more ?
    Ian B.
    Always excellent service and care, just needed a crown adjustment, which happens, took a few minutes, could feel the difference straight away
    Kris W.
    Been using Dunstable Dental Practice for years. Always had friendly and helpful staff, along with excellent treatments when needed.
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    John C.
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    Karen
    I have been a patient of the Dunstable Dental Practice for many years now. During this time, I have always received excellent treatment from the dentists I have been a patient with. My dentist Adam Mulji is very friendly and approachable. He always has answers for the many questions I have about my treatment and explains options. He makes me feel at ease in his care. The reception staff are friendly and greet you with a smile and it's always been easy to get an appointment that is convenient for me. I can highly recommend.
    Isheanesu M.
    Amazing staff! Ive been coming here for years and always treated with kindness and respect!
    Nicki B.
    Very good all round with all staff and support I was given. Mr Shah is so understanding calm and considerate.
    Allan W.
    Appointment at very short notice. Was seen 10 minutes early and was out before my appointment time. Absolutely brilliant, as always.
    Laura J.
    My family and I have been Danyels patients for many years , excellent dentist
    Ian H.
    Danyel is the best dentist in the world, but dont tell everyone as its our secret..and its hard to get an appointment at the best of times. Would NEVER change her
    Deborah M.
    my thanks to adam for the care he gave my grandson yesterday who had to have an extraction. Adam was skilful and reassuring ,
    making the whole procedure as easy as possible
    ,a good outcome very much appreciated.