Why Smart Dentistry is Conservative

Why conservative dentistry is smart dentistry
Sometimes being conservative is the most progressive thing to do.

The path to a smart smile
Once we understand what you’re hoping to achieve, both now and in the future, we develop a comprehensive treatment plan. The plan focusses on achieving your desired results with the least possible amount of excavation, removal and drilling. It also addresses the causes of your dental issues rather than just the symptoms.
A great example of this approach was the work we did for a young girl who had recovered from bulimia (photos below). Before coming to us, she had been told that the only way to address the effects of acid erosion was to add crowns to all of her teeth.
The patient’s goal was to restore and protect her teeth while erasing the signs of her illness. Crowns would have compromised the integrity of her existing tooth structure. Instead, we opted to protect her exposed teeth with resin restoration as part of a more comprehensive treatment plan. Not only did she achieve exactly what she was after, she was left with more options for future dental work which was of paramount importance given her young age.
As technology continues to advance and the patient’s preferred look changes over time, we’ll have more avenues available to cater to her evolving needs.

The benefits of conservative, smart dentistry
1. A more comfortable experience
We always aim to keep our patient’s as comfortable as possible, not to mention pain-free. It goes without saying that less excavation, removal and drilling means less discomfort during treatment as well as a shorter recovery time.
2. Better options for the future
Even the best reconstructive dental work won’t last forever. Maintaining as much of your natural tooth structure as possible means that you’ll have more options available when you return for a refresh or an image change in the future.
3. A holistic approach for better dental health
Even the best reconstructive dental work won’t last forever. Maintaining as much of your natural tooth structure as possible means that you’ll have more options available when you return for a refresh or an image change in the future.

A conservative approach does not equal a compromised result. Instead, it means you walk away with a great looking smile and as much natural tooth structure as possible. It really is the most progressive and smart path to achieving your dental goals.
I take immense pride in supporting people to feel more confident in their day to day lives. If you’re looking for a reconstructive dentist who will help you feel calm, heard and respected, please book a consultation. You can also read more about my ethos and the results I achieve on my website.