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Butterfly Dental Practice

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Butterfly Dental Practice

Our services include:
implants
extractions
crown & bridges
emergency
orthodontics
dentures

04/10/2026

🦷At Butterfly Dental Practice, we offer 100% private, specialist orthodontic care with convenient 0% APR medical finance to help you spread the cost.
🤔Why patients choose us:
💎Specialist orthodontist on site – treatment for children, teens and adults
💎0% APR medical finance – manageable monthly payments
💎Close cooperation with an implantologist and our in-house dental laboratory – seamless treatment planning and precise results
💎Fully private practice from day one; we’ve never had an NHS contract, which means we’ve always focused on:
✅premium-quality materials,
✅modern, high-spec equipment,
✅longer appointments and truly personalised care.
🙂At Butterfly Dental, private treatment means genuine quality: advanced technology, carefully selected materials and comprehensive care from a team of experienced clinicians under one roof.
👍If you’re considering straightening your teeth or planning more complex treatment, book a consultation and see what modern orthodontics in a fully private practice can offer.
☎Call: 01691 656 360.
Butterfly Dental Practice, Oswestry.

27/09/2026

🦷If you’re missing some or all of your teeth, dentures may be the solution.
💎Dentures are made from a hard-wearing material that mimics the look of teeth and gums, giving your mouth a natural appearance.
💻Visit our website to find out if dentures are the right solution for you: https://butterflydentalpractice.co.uk/
or
☎️ Call us on 01691656 360

23/09/2026

🤔Ancient Maya may have used jade—a green semi-precious stone—as a dental filling in a back molar, according to a new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports.
🦷Unlike previously reported Maya dental modifications, which were typically decorative and placed in visible front teeth, this gemstone was embedded in a posterior molar. Because the tooth would have remained hidden during normal social interactions, researchers suggest the inlay was more likely intended for a functional or therapeutic purpose rather than ornamentation.
😮Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) revealed calcification within the tooth's pulp chamber, indicating the individual was alive when the jade was placed and that the tooth mounted a biological healing response afterwards.
👍This suggests the procedure may have relieved pain or treated structural damage, possibly from tooth decay, although its exact purpose remains uncertain.
💎The researchers describe it as the first documented case of an occlusal jade inlay in a posterior tooth from the Ancient Maya.
🙂If future discoveries support this finding, it could reshape our understanding of Ancient Maya dentistry, suggesting that some jade inlays were not merely decorative but may also have served a therapeutic role.

20/09/2026

🤔Most people think losing a tooth only leaves a gap in their smile. But the changes don't stop there. Beneath the gums, the jawbone that once supported the tooth begins to shrink when it no longer receives the stimulation created by chewing.
😯Every time you bite and chew, forces travel through the tooth roots into the surrounding bone, helping maintain its strength and volume. When a tooth is lost, that natural stimulation disappears, and the body gradually starts resorbing the unused bone.
😮As bone loss progresses, the lower face can lose structural support. This may contribute to thinner-looking lips, a more sunken appearance around the mouth, deeper facial folds, changes in jawline contours, and an older-looking facial profile over time.
🦷The image illustrates how continued tooth and bone loss can affect both the jawbone and the appearance of the face. While these changes occur gradually, they can become significant when missing teeth remain untreated for many years.
👍This is one reason dentists often recommend replacing missing teeth with appropriate treatment options. Preserving natural teeth whenever possible—and replacing them when necessary—helps maintain the bone that supports both oral function and facial structure.
💎Your teeth do more than help you chew and speak. They help preserve your face's foundation.

13/09/2026

🔹Tooth decay:
Tooth decay is the most common reason for needing a filling. Bacteria can feed on the sugars and starches left on your teeth by food or drink, causing plaque to form. The acids in plaque soften and then dissolve your enamel (the hard protective coating on your teeth). This causes tiny holes that then grow larger.
🔹Acid erosion:
Your protective enamel coating can be worn away by acids in certain foods and drinks, or by medical conditions such as reflux or a hiatus hernia.
🔹Chipping:
You might have a sharp, broken or chipped tooth as part of an injury, or after eating something very hard. This can expose the inner parts of the tooth and lead to erosion over time.
🔹Abrasion and attrition:
This is when teeth wear down, and it can be caused by brushing too aggressively or by grinding your teeth.
☎️Please call us at 01691 656 360 to schedule your appointment.

06/09/2026

🦷Wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to erupt, usually between the ages of 17 and 25. While some grow normally and remain healthy for life, others may not have enough space to erupt properly. Contrary to popular belief, not every wisdom tooth needs to be removed. Healthy, fully erupted wisdom teeth that are properly positioned and easy to clean may not require extraction. The decision should always be based on a clinical examination and dental X-rays.
❗A dentist or oral surgeon may recommend wisdom tooth removal if one or more of the following problems are present:

✅Pain – Persistent pain or discomfort at the back of the mouth.

✅Impacted Wisdom Tooth – A tooth trapped beneath the gums or jawbone that may damage surrounding tissues.

✅Repeated Gum Infection – Partially erupted wisdom teeth can trap bacteria and food, leading to recurring infections (pericoronitis).

✅Tooth Decay – Their difficult-to-clean position increases the risk of cavities in both the wisdom tooth and the neighbouring second molar.

✅Damage to Nearby Teeth – An impacted wisdom tooth may press against adjacent teeth, causing decay, root damage, or bone loss.

✅Cysts or Tumours – Although uncommon, impacted wisdom teeth can sometimes be associated with cysts or, rarely, tumours that damage the surrounding jawbone.
❗Every wisdom tooth is different. Some never cause problems, while others can silently affect neighbouring teeth and oral health.
🙂Regular dental check-ups and panoramic X-rays help detect potential issues early, allowing treatment decisions to be made before serious complications develop. The goal is not to remove every wisdom tooth—but to preserve long-term oral health through evidence-based care.

31/08/2026

🥰Vidya Ravindran Nair

🦷Vidya is an overseas-qualified dentist (2018) and an Advanced Hygienist with a strong clinical foundation in both Dental Therapy and Hygiene. She holds a postgraduate diploma in Periodontology from Perio School of London, which provides her with Advanced knowledge and skills in the Field.

🙂She emphasises educating patients on the importance of maintaining optimal oral health and also focuses on Preventive and Conservative Dentistry.

😊She provides tailored Periodontal treatment and takes great pride in offering support and reassurance to anxious patients.

👍Vidya provides the highest standard of care to all her patients and regularly attends specialist courses to stay up to date with the latest developments in dentistry. She also tries to upskill herself in dentistry.

💎She is also an active member of "Perio Club - a platform for ongoing education, development, clinical governance, and collaboration with Dr Reena Wadia and the wider Perio School Faculty".

🙂Outside her professional life, she is a trained classical dancer, loves crafting, and spends time with her family.

26/08/2026

☀️Summer Bank Holiday.

❗On Monday, the 31st of August, our Practice will be closed.

🙂We will be back on Tuesday, the 1st of September.

23/08/2026

🦷Regular visits to a general dentist are essential for maintaining optimal oral health.
🔹 Preventive dental care
🔹Diagnostic services
🔹 Restorative treatments
🔹Cosmetic dentistry
🔹 Periodontal (gum) care
🔹Pediatric dentistry
🔹 Oral cancer screenings
☎️Please call us at 01691 656 360 to schedule your appointment.

19/08/2026

😮If you’re not flossing, 40% of your teeth stay dirty every single day.
😲Brushing alone cleans about 60% of tooth surfaces — the areas you can see and easily reach.
❗The remaining 40% sits between the teeth, where toothbrush bristles cannot effectively pe*****te.
😞These tight contact points are where dental plaque accumulates most easily.
🙁A buildup of plaque trapped between teeth is a leading cause of gum inflammation, bleeding gums, bad breath, and early cavities.
❗Over time, if it isn’t removed, plaque hardens into tartar, increasing the risk of periodontal disease and bone loss — even in people who brush twice daily.
🦷This is why daily flossing is essential.
🙂Dental floss is designed to clean interdental spaces and disrupt harmful bacteria before damage begins.
✅Brushing protects visible surfaces.
✅Flossing protects long-term oral health.

Address

VICTORIA Road
Oswestry
SY112PQ

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm

Website

https://butterflydentalpractice.co.uk/

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