With the surgery closed we understand that you might experience a dental problem that may need some attention. We have put together some of the common problems that you may be suffering and how you could self manage them during the COVID-19 crisis. As well as what to do with dental emergency.
DENTAL
DENTAL CARE
We take great pride in the quality of our dentistry and want to make your visits a pleasant experience.
This means giving you regular dental advice and helping you understand how to care for your teeth, to reduce your need for dental treatment.
In order to maintain a high standard of oral health, monitoring and maintenance are required; we recommend regular reviews and examinations.
Private dentistry enables us to provide longer appointments with less waiting time and the very best of materials and technicians. Your dentistry will last longer, look and feel better.
TESTIMONIAL
“I feel much more confident now than before and not so self-conscious when opening my mouth.
I am more than pleased with the service and treatment.”
Mrs S
OUR AIM IS TO PROVIDE GOOD DENTAL HEALTH FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THROUGH PREVENTIVE DENTAL CARE
DENTAL CARE
We take great pride in the quality of our dentistry and want to make your visits a pleasant experience.
This means giving you regular dental advice and helping you understand how to care for your teeth, to reduce your need for dental treatment.
In order to maintain a high standard of oral health, monitoring and maintenance are required; we recommend regular reviews and examinations.
Private dentistry enables us to provide longer appointments with less waiting time and the very best of materials and technicians. Your dentistry will last longer, look and feel better.
OUR TREATMENTS
EXAMINATION
A thorough screening of your teeth, gums and soft tissues to assess your dental health, needs and to plan treatment.
PERIODONTAL (GUM ) TREATMENT
Gum disease can be treated with regular cleaning and help with improving your oral hygiene, appointments are available with our dentist and hygienist.
Our Airflow machine gives a superior clean. Read our post ‘So You’ve Been Diagnosed With Periodontal Disease’
FILLINGS
Our practice does not use amalgam, all our fillings are tooth coloured and are used to repair decayed and fractured teeth.
You can read about White Fillings here.
DENTURES
Acrylic and chrome materials can be used to replace missing teeth.
SPORTSGUARDS
For children and adults who are involved in contact sports, such as hockey, rugby and martial arts, custom made guards can be produced to protect the teeth from trauma. A variety of colours and designs are available.
DENTAL FEES:
| TREATMENT | PRICE |
|---|---|
| New Patient Examination | £75.00 |
| Recall Examination | £45.00 |
| Child Examination | £25.00 |
| X-Rays | £12.50 |
| Hygienist Routine Scaling Session | £48.00 |
| Hygienist Extended Scaling Session | £75.00 |
| Hygienist Root Planing Session | £90.00 |
| Airflow Cleaning | £50.00 £80.00 £100.00 |
| White Filling | £95.00 £125.00 |
| Extraction | £95.00 |
| Surgical Extraction | £175.00 |
| Porcelain Emax Crown/ Veneer | £495.00 |
| Yellow Gold Crown | £575.00 |
| 2 Unit Bridge | £990.00 |
| 3 Unit Bridge | £1485.00 |
| Root Fillings | £295.00 £395.00 £495.00 |
| Gum Shield (Sports guard) | £95.00 |
| Occlusal Splint (Wear protection) | £395.00 |
| Acrylic Denture | £695.00 |
| Chrome Denture | £795.00 |
| Denture Addition | £90.00 |
| Denture Repair | £50.00 £75.00 (with imps) |
| TREATMENT | COST |
OUR TREATMENTS
EXAMINATION
A thorough screening of your teeth, gums and soft tissues to assess your dental health, needs and to plan treatment.
PERIODONTAL (GUM ) TREATMENT
Gum disease can be treated with regular cleaning and help with improving your oral hygiene, appointments are available with our dentist and hygienist.
Our Airflow machine gives a superior clean. Read our post ‘So You’ve Been Diagnosed With Periodontal Disease’
FILLINGS
Our practice does not use amalgam, all our fillings are tooth coloured and are used to repair decayed and fractured teeth.
You can read about White Fillings here.
DENTURES
Acrylic and chrome materials can be used to replace missing teeth.
SPORTSGUARDS
For children and adults who are involved in contact sports, such as hockey, rugby and martial arts, custom made guards can be produced to protect the teeth from trauma. A variety of colours and designs are available.
DENTAL FEES:
| TREATMENT | PRICE |
|---|---|
| New Patient Examination | £75.00 |
| Recall Examination | £45.00 |
| Child Examination | £25.00 |
| X-Rays | £12.50 |
| Hygienist Routine Scaling Session | £48.00 |
| Hygienist Extended Scaling Session | £75.00 |
| Hygienist Root Planing Session | £90.00 |
| Airflow Cleaning | £50.00 £80.00 £100.00 |
| White Filling | £95.00 £125.00 |
| Extraction | £95.00 |
| Surgical Extraction | £175.00 |
| Porcelain Emax Crown/ Veneer | £495.00 |
| Yellow Gold Crown | £575.00 |
| 2 Unit Bridge | £990.00 |
| 3 Unit Bridge | £1485.00 |
| Root Fillings | £295.00 £395.00 £495.00 |
| Gum Shield (Sports guard) | £95.00 |
| Occlusal Splint (Wear protection) | £395.00 |
| Acrylic Denture | £695.00 |
| Chrome Denture | £795.00 |
| Denture Addition | £90.00 |
| Denture Repair | £50.00 £75.00 (with imps) |
| TREATMENT | COST |
AVAILABLE TO BUY AT THE SURGERY
St James Dental & Facial Aesthetics stock a range of home care products to help you care for your teeth and gums.
ABOUT THE DENTIST
HELEN CHRISIE BDS MFGDP
GDC 68119
DENTAL SURGEON
Helen qualified from Birmingham Dental School in 1992 with Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and in 1993 completed a year of Vocational Training at a dental practice in Sedgley. Helen then worked locally in general dental practices in Blackheath and Quinton before taking over the Wollaston practice in 1998.
The practice then moved to the existing premises in 1999.
Helen gained a post graduate Diploma in General Dental Practice in 2002 and is a Member of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners (MFGDP).
Helen enjoys all aspects of dentistry, its diversity and complexity.
Further training was completed in 2015 for Facial Aesthetics and in 2017 Helen completed the Aesthetic Restorative Course with Neil Wilson at his specialist practice, CESRC in Solihull.
Away from the practice Helen is married and spare time is taken up with her twins Zoe & Lucas, gardening, walking her dog, running and trips to the beach.
