Question 1

What is rubber dam isolation and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Rubber dam is a thin sheet that isolates the tooth being treated, keeping it completely dry and free from saliva contamination. This is essential for adhesive dentistry—composite and ceramic restorations bond dramatically better to dry enamel. It's the gold standard worldwide, though rarely used in general practice due to time constraints.

Question 2

What does 'biomimetic' dentistry mean?

Accepted Answer

Biomimetic means 'mimicking biology'. Rather than replacing tooth structure with artificial materials, we restore teeth in a way that replicates their natural strength, flexibility, and appearance. This means preserving healthy tooth structure and using materials that bond and flex like natural enamel and dentine.

Question 3

How are adhesive techniques different from traditional dentistry?

Accepted Answer

Traditional fillings sit in a hole—they don't strengthen the tooth. Modern adhesive dentistry bonds restorations directly to your enamel and dentine, actually reinforcing weakened tooth structure. Combined with rubber dam isolation, this creates restorations that become part of your tooth rather than just filling a gap.

Question 4

Why choose private dentistry over NHS?

Accepted Answer

Private dentistry allows time for meticulous technique—rubber dam isolation, proper adhesive protocols, and attention to detail that simply isn't possible in a 15-minute NHS appointment. We focus on long-term outcomes, not quick fixes.

Question 5

Are your fillings white?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we exclusively use tooth-coloured composite and ceramic materials. When placed under rubber dam with proper adhesive technique, these restorations are both beautiful and incredibly strong—often outlasting traditional amalgam fillings.

Question 6

How long do adhesive restorations last?

Accepted Answer

With proper technique (rubber dam, meticulous bonding protocols), composite restorations routinely last 10-15+ years. The key is moisture control during placement—which is why we never compromise on rubber dam isolation.

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