Opening Times
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Weds: Late opening to 7:00pm
Sat: 8:00am – 2:00pm
Sun: Closed
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Weds: Late opening to 7:00pm
Sat: 8:00am – 2:00pm
Sun: Closed
 
Contact Us – 01604 356562
northampton@davidnealdental.co.uk
Unit E, Kingsthorpe Shopping Centre,
Kingsthorpe, Northampton NN2 7BD
northampton@davidnealdental.co.uk
Unit E, Kingsthorpe Shopping Centre,
Kingsthorpe, Northampton NN2 7BD
Crowns
Dental crowns, sometimes known as “caps,” are a dental treatment designed used to protect and restore teeth that are weakened, heavily filled or have infection. They can be also be used as a cosmetic dentistry solution to improve the appearance of the treated tooth or teeth.
Made from tooth-coloured porcelain or a non-precious metal, dental adhesive cement is used to permanently secure the crown onto the remaining affected tooth structure. Your dentist may sometimes use a metal sub-structure to add strength to the crown to help it last longer.
Crown materials
At David Neal Dental Northampton, we offer a range of crown materials including Emax porcelain or Zirconia crowns for a natural finish. These are suitable for patients who prefer a non-metal base.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a clinically proven and long-lasting treatment for people looking to replace loose and missing teeth and who don’t want to wear dentures. They can be used to restore single, multiple or full sets (also known as jaws or arches) of teeth.
Dental implants are ideal for people who want a “fixed” solution as they remain in place day and night, just like natural teeth, whereas dentures are removable and have to be taken out for cleaning.
They are an ideal solution for anyone struggling to bite and chew due to failing or missing teeth. Not only that, implants fill gaps left by a missing tooth, giving you a more attractive natural-looking smile
How do dental implants work?
Dental implants are used to replace failed or missing natural tooth roots. The implants are inserted into the jaw bone, providing a stable base for a crown or bridge of artificial teeth.
The benefits of dental implants include: removing infection and ongoing pain, giving you back the ability to bite and chew without worry by restoring full function to your bite (including hard foods) and filling unsightly gaps left by missing teeth.
At David Neal Dental Northampton we offer an advanced “Teeth in a Day” (All on 4) same day dental implant treatment – our skilled dentists can restore full sets of fixed teeth, your oral health and a beautiful new smile, in just one day.
The procedure is suitable even for people with advanced gum disease and bone loss. Bone grafting is rarely needed.
Help with failing dental implants
Dental implants are a reliable tooth replacement treatment and the closest solution to natural teeth. At David Neal Northampton not only can we restore your teeth and smile with dental implants we can:
- Service a variety of major dental implant systems
- Replace worn or damaged implants
- Treat or advise on failing implants
- Advise you if you are unhappy with your dental implants.
Please contact us if we can help regarding any of the above areas.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are a dental solution where a “bridge” of artificial teeth is used to fill the gap left by one or more missing teeth.
The bridge is supported by the existing adjacent teeth – this can be a natural tooth or dental implant crown. This allows the artificial teeth to remain permanently in place and restore your smile.
Dental bridges can last many years if they are well cared for, which should include a good at-home dental hygiene routine and you should see your dentist and hygienist for regular dental checkups.
Normal wear and tear over time may mean that restoration treatment will eventually be needed – your dentist can advise you.
What are the types of dental bridges?
There are various types of dental bridges:
- A Maryland bridge. These are held in place by a metal wing or wings. and require little tooth structure to be used from adjacent teeth.
- A cantilever bridge can be bonded to one adjacent tooth, or to a traditional bridge.
Your dentist will be able to discuss which bridge would be best for you.
Your dentist can colour-match the dental bridge to complement existing teeth and look natural.
Dentures
Dentures are removable false teeth used to replace loose or missing teeth and surrounding gums.
Dentures can replace single / multiple teeth (removable partial denture) or full sets of upper or lower teeth (complete removable denture).
They are designed to fit comfortably over the gums and to give your mouth a natural-looking appearance.
Your dentist will show you how to clean and care for them.
What are dentures made of?
Dentures can be made from acrylic, Valplast (a flexible plastic), or chrome cobalt (metal-based with added acrylic).
Root Canal/Endodontic Treatment
Endodontic treatment, also known as root canal therapy or root canal treatment, is a dental procedure used to save teeth affected by deep decay or infection.
Your dentist will usually carry out root canal treatment when the infected tooth cannot be saved if left untreated.
How do I know if I need root canal treatment?
You may need a root canal procedure if you have symptoms such as throbbing pain, your teeth feel sensitive when you drink hot or cold liquids, or if you need to avoid chewing in the affected area.
Your dentist will carefully assess you, confirm if you are likely to need root canal treatment, and discuss your options with you.
Root canal alternatives include extraction.
What does root canal treatment involve?
After gently applying local anaesthesia, your endodontist removes nerves and any infected pulp from the affected tooth.
They then clean the pulp chamber and seal it with a temporary filling.
A permanent filling or crown is placed once the root canal treatment is complete.
This helps to prevent infections from reoccurring and the formation of abscesses in the surrounding teeth, roots and gums – all of which can be very painful.
It also helps prevent infection in other teeth and nearby gums.
How many appointments will I need?
Root canal treatment or endodontic surgery usually requires at least two long-length appointments to complete treatment.
