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What are Vampire Teeth?
Vampire Teeth
Generally aesthetic bonding with tooth coloured resin to extend the canines is the preferred way to change the shape of your teeth. The result is generally as long lasting as a standard filling in a front teeth because the composite filling material is bonded solidly onto the tooth. It can however be removed at a later date if so wished to get back to the original tooth surface.
The process starts with a full mouth examination to check suitabilty before proceeding to the aesthetic build ups. The whole process would take up to 90 minutes. They are bespoke build ups and all results will look slightly different from one another. Many clients are now travelling from across the country to see us
The examination is to ensure that there is no tooth decay that needs to be treated beforehand and that the gum health is good. Radiographs (X-rays) may be taken at this appointment as well. If there is gum disease, gum bleeding or tooth mobility present then this will need to be treated and brought under control before going ahead with treatment. The only real times when the procedure can't go ahead is with poor gum health, decay on the relevant teeth and the occlusion ( bite) being unfavourable which may cause to bie to lock.
In most cases however the procedure can go ahead at the same visit if so wished, especially when clients are travelling a long distance for the appointment. As well as the examination we generally take close up photos of the teeth for our records and for marketing, these can be shared with you. A treatment plan is provided before the procedure is undertaken. During the visit we ensure that you are happy with build ups in terms of shape and size by periodically giving you a face mirror.
If this sounds like what you would like then contact the pracice by phone or email to discuss terms. If that is suitabe e will then send you the terms and conditions and book you in accordingly.
What are the style of treatments?
Styles of treatment vary, most popular is extension of the upper canine teeth which are in the third position from the midline. As seen in classic Dracula Hammer Horror films with Christopher Lee. However the Nosferatu vampire style where extension and sharpening of the two upper front central incisors or even the lateral incisors can also produce a gothic look.
There has been a growth in requests for “vampire” teeth. If you are over 18 years old and accept the theatrical rather than functional nature of the cosmetic bonding contact us to discuss the suitability of your case.
A guide price of around £295 per tooth should be expected and consultation fees, radiographs, and dental hygiene costs may also be applicable.
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At St John’s we are a dedicated team who provide a comprehensive range of treatment, which include aesthetics, implants, emergency service and the provision of lifelong care that caters for your needs.
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