The Periowave Wand is one such treatment. Using light therapy to activate chemicals that are applied to the mouth, the wand kills harmful bacteria that can cause gum disease and tooth decay. The treatment lasts up to six months, apparently vastly improving infection control.
Other innovative procedures include the ability to grow your own gums. It sounds like something from the future but scientists at Cardiff University have discovered cheek cells which act in a similar way to stem cells, meaning they have the potential to turn into different types of cells, including that of gum tissue. Scientists hope that the cells can be used to treat periodontal disease which affects the jaw bone.
Those who are looking to brighten their smile or correct imperfections should come for a dental consultation with The Hospital Group.
Their specialist Nusmile Cosmetic Dentistry centres offer individual treatment plans to help people achieve a smile to be proud of. Consultations are normally priced at 125, but are currently on offer at just 25 and include a full dental examination, a smile consultation with a cosmetic dentist and X-rays and/or impressions if required.
David Ross, Chief Executive of The Hospital Group said: "A smile plays such an important part in people's lives. It's the first thing most people see when they look at you and for this reason many people can feel self-conscious about their teeth.
"The technological advances that have been made in cosmetic dentistry are astounding and people can achieve a Hollywood smile through a range of procedures and treatments. Nusmile veneers are a great way of achieving a straight and white smile that looks natural and the invisalign braces, which are almost invisible to the eye, allow the wearer to get perfectly straight teeth without the discomfort
associated with traditional braces.
"At The Hospital Group we use state-of-the-art facilities that are second to none. All our procedures are carried out by our dedicated and professional expert cosmetic dentists who want to help you get the look you are after."