INTRODUCING OUR DENTAL SERVICES
Can you mix NHS and treatment?
Yes, you can choose to pay privately for treatments which the NHS doesn’t cover, such as dental implants, orthodontics, facial, teeth whitening, cosmetic veneers, fillings, etc. Just talk to your dentist for more information. This still allows you to receive continued NHS care.
Children & Families
We treat patients of all ages and stages of development, ….
Yes, we can block schedule appointments on the same day for optimal convenience.
All parents and guardians are advised to ensure that young children in their care are taken to see the dentist as soon as their first teeth comes through, and before their first birthday.
Gentle NHS Care
We are passionate about preventative dentistry…
We encourage routine dental examinations and hygiene visits and offer fluoride treatment, diet advice and brushing techniques… for both adults and children.
We understand that some people suffer from anxiety when visiting the dentist and we hope we can make visits less stressful. If you are anxious, please let us know, so that we can help you.
Happy Smiles CLUB
Our Award winning Oral Health Promotion Service offers free education…..
We offer free oral health education, advice and training to schools, nurseries, clubs, residential homes and community settings. This JGP practice initiative is run by our Oral Health Educators and Dentists. Our HSC operates in both Norfolk and Suffolk.
Minor Oral Surgery Service (MOSS)
Your general dentist will refer you for complex surgical treatments
You can check the status of a referral. You need to know the URN of the referral. This a 10 character alphanumeric code that your dentist will have provided you with or has been sent to you via text message. CLICK HERE>>
Background: Oral surgery referrals from dentists have increased and placing increased pressure on finite hospital resources (Secondary Care). This service has been developed by NHS England and Local Area Teams whereby Primary Care Specialist Oral Surgeons and Dentists with special interest can provide care for selected patients at reduced waiting times and similar levels of quality and patient satisfaction. These clinicians have been appointed as they have the appropriate level of training and experience. This is a non-urgent service and cannot provide general anaesthetic ( put patients to sleep).
Dentists can do a large number of surgical interventions in the mouth. The term “Minor oral surgery”refers to smaller operations and include removing wisdom teeth, impacted teeth, and severely broken-down teeth, roots, as well as apicectomies, biopsies and other procedures.
Within our service our oral surgery is largely carried out by Specialist Oral Surgeons and well as Dentists with a special interest and advanced training in Oral Surgery (DwSI). The dentists providing the treatment have gained the necessary skills and experience by receiving training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Departments in various hospitals. They are all registered with the General Dental Council.
The service provides a range of oral surgical procedures for patients referred by their general dental practitioner. Patients are usually referred for the removal of teeth which the referring dentist has assessed as having a higher complexity and requiring more advanced treatment than they could provide themselves in order to offer you the best care.
Procedures are usually carried out using routine local anaesthetic (injections) although sometimes sedation can be provided if necessary. Our service cannot provide minor oral surgery treatment under general anaesthetic (when you are put completely to sleep), only your local Hospitals can as they have the necessary equipment and support team in the building. Patients requiring this form of treatment must be referred to the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the relevant hospital. Your dentist is able to make this referral if appropriate.
- Welcome Pack
- What to do in an Emergency?
- Caperone Leaflet
- Sedation Leaflet
- Transport PLUS – Get help with transport
Orthodontics
We offer Specialists orthodontics care. It’s never too early or late to get the smile you want! From teens metal braces to Adult INVISALIGN clear aligners, there are great options for you….
NHS orthodontic assessment is available to all children under the age of 18 and treatment may be offered to those who meet the criteria set by the NHS using the IOTN scale for treatment need. This requires an orthodontic referral from your dentist.
Private orthodontic treatment is more affordable than you think and treatment is available to all patients, both children and adults. Free consultations are available with our specialist orthodontists prior to any treatment being planned or offered. Our full range of brace options available include fixed braces both metal and clear braces (Clarity), hidden lingual braces (incognito) along with removable braces and popular clear aligners (invisalign).
Dental Implants
We can replace missing, dead or damaged teeth with implant devices that are securely anchored to your jaw. No more dentures or bridges that are awkward to maintain, this is as close as it comes to having your own teeth.
Facial Rejuvenation
Reveal a more radiant you, with our range of non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments. Dermal fillers, chemical peels, Botulimun toxin A, hydra facial treatments, nano pen and cryogen. Expertly administered by our facial aesthetics team.
Teeth Whitening
Discover our teeth whitening options for healthier-looking whiter teeth…
Periodontics
We can help you manage your gum disease. The British Society of Periodontology recommends you to “Say no to bleeding gums”.
The first stage in treating periodontal disease is the consultation appointment. which involves a detailed examination of the gums , x-rays if necessary and a lifestyle investigation to highlight risk factors. Once a diagnosis is established a periodontal plan for treatment can be devised.
Basic gum therapy involves working with you to enhance your home care, reduce risk factors and clinically involves a course of non-surgical therapy. This is intensive cleaning under the gums into the pockets (gaps between the teeth and gums), under local anaesthetic to provide a clean tooth surface and allow the gums to re-heal.
Basic periodontal is available on the NHS. Your dentist may refer you to a private periodontist if your condition is more advanced.
If you have concerns our team would be happy to offer you a consultation.
Periodontists are trained in treating periodontal disease and cosmetic gum surgery. They receive up to three additional years of additional training in periodontal disease treatment in both non-surgical treatments and periodontal plastic surgery procedures. Periodontists are also highly experienced in replacing missing teeth with dental implants.
Examples of treatments provided;
- Non-Surgical Treatments
- Gum Graft Surgery
- Laser Treatment
- Regenerative Procedures
- Dental Crown Lengthening
- Dental Implants
- Pocket Reduction Procedures
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
Cosmetic Dentistry
Don’t hide your smile – show it off! Our cosmetic dentistry services will reveal the true beauty of your smile. From whitening to colour-matched fillings, we can give you something to smile about.
Endodontics
Root canal treatment is an attempt to save and repair teeth…
When infection reaches the centre of a tooth, root canal treatment may be necessary to treat the infection and save the tooth.
Bacteria can invade the tooth through a number of ways:
- By damage such as a fall or injury during sports
- By untreated tooth decay
- By problems with fillings
Once infection enters the tooth, it can multiply within the soft pulp inside. You’ll feel severe tooth ache, especially when eating or drinking hot or cold foods, and chewing will most likely be painful. The tooth itself may also become loose!
As the pulp dies in the tooth, the pain often subsides, leaving patients thinking that all is well again. In fact, the infection may have spread into the root canal system. This can lead to further pain, and the tooth darkening in colour as well as painful facial swelling.
Root canal treatment is usually successful at saving the tooth and clearing the infection.
Approximately 80-90% of root-treated teeth survive for 8 -10 years.
Having a crown fitted to the tooth after root canal treatment is important for improving tooth survival rates.The survival of your tooth depends on a number of factors, including:
- how much of the natural tooth remains
- how well you keep your teeth clean
- the biting forces on the tooth
But if an infection does return, the root canal treatment could potentially be repeated.
Training Centre
We are an approved training centre for Foundation Dentists on the Norwich Scheme, VTE, PVLE and Advanced Apprenticeship in Dental Nurses. We also host seminars for local GDP’s and nurses.
Happy Smiles Club
Established by John G Plummer and Associates Dental Surgeons in 2016, the Happy Smiles Club Oral Health Promotion Team aim is to promote a healthy lifestyle by ensuring that all adults and children develop the skills and knowledge to keep their teeth and gums healthy. This is by focusing on good tooth brushing techniques and highlighting the impact of diet, alcohol, smoking as well as keeping dentally fit.
Email: happysmiles@plummers.co.uk
