Many of us only visit the dentist in Stevenage when we need a check-up or specific treatment. A lot of the time, this means we don’t bother to investigate what else the dentist can do for us. At Smilecraft Dental Care, we can help with all sorts of things, from jaw joint problems to pain-free dentistry with The Wand.
Snoring
You might not be aware, but your dentist in Stevenage can help with snoring problems. If your partner’s snoring is seriously disrupting your sleep, try to persuade them to come and talk to us. Or maybe sleep apnoea is disturbing your sleep, making you tired and irritable during the day. Custom-made mouthpieces can help with these problems by holding the bottom jaw in a slightly forward position. This helps to open up the airway, allowing clear breathing and a better night’s sleep.
Jaw joint problems
Do you wake up with a headache, a stiff or aching jaw, or even neck or shoulder pain? It could be caused by a problem with your temporomandibular joint. This joint, connecting the lower jaw and the skull, can cause pain and discomfort if there is a problem. This can be caused by a misalignment of the jaws, which can be treated with an appliance you wear at night.
Painless injections with The Wand
If you, like many people, feel nervous about getting an anaesthetic injection at the dentist in Stevenage, then have no fear. We can now offer our patients The Wand – an innovative system to deliver anaesthetic without the anxiety of an old-fashioned injection. The computer unit and hand-held wand don’t even look anything like a syringe. When you have an injection, it is the sudden rush of liquid into a confined area that causes the ‘bee-sting’ discomfort. With The Wand, the anaesthetic is delivered slowly and smoothly, eliminating the pain.
Mouth cancer screening?
Did you know that we screen you for mouth cancer when you come in for a check-up? The dentist checks your mouth for any lumps or lesions that could be signs of cancer. Early detection gives you a greater chance of successful treatment.