General Dentistry in St Albans | Happy Family Dental

Crowns and Onlays

Crowns and onlays restore and strengthen damaged teeth. A crown caps the entire visible portion of a tooth, while an onlay is a partial restoration covering the biting surface and sides. Made from porcelain, ceramic or metal alloys, they are custom-made to match the shape, size and colour of your natural tooth.

With modern e-max ceramics, our crowns and onlays are extremely strong and beautifully aesthetic — ideal for both smile-line and back teeth. Costs vary depending on the materials chosen, and our dentists are happy to answer any questions.

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Dental Bridges

A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth using artificial pontics supported by crowns on adjacent teeth or by dental implants. Custom-made to fit your mouth, bridges restore function and appearance, improve speech and chewing, and prevent surrounding teeth from shifting. With proper care they provide a long-lasting, natural-looking solution.

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Tooth-Coloured Fillings

Tooth-coloured (composite) fillings repair decayed or damaged teeth using a resin material matched to your natural tooth shade — making them virtually invisible. The composite is layered, shaped and bonded to the tooth, then hardened with a special light and polished for a smooth, natural finish. Excellent aesthetics with a strong, durable result.

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Root Canal Treatment

Root canal (endodontic) treatment saves a severely damaged or infected tooth. We remove the infected pulp, disinfect the root canals and fill them with a biocompatible material — all under local anaesthesia for your comfort. The treated tooth is usually then crowned for added strength. If you have any concerns, please call us at Happy Family Dental.

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Tooth Extraction

Our dentists will always do everything possible to help you save a tooth — but if removal is needed, we make it as comfortable and pain-free as possible. The area is fully numbed before the tooth is gently loosened and removed.

After extraction we discuss replacement options including dental implants, bridges or dentures so you can restore both function and appearance.

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Dentures

We offer both fixed and removable dentures to replace missing teeth. Many patients prefer implants, but if you have several missing teeth and don't wish to undergo implant treatment, dentures support your cheeks and lips, can reduce facial lines and wrinkles, and give a more youthful look. We work with skilled lab technicians to deliver well-fitting, comfortable dentures.

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Children's Dental Care

Prevention is better than cure. We encourage families to bring children to the practice from an early age — regular check-ups protect their growing teeth and help them get used to the sights, sounds and smells of the surgery. We offer diet advice, oral hygiene instruction, fissure sealants and fluoride applications, all delivered in a friendly, encouraging way.

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Dental Hygiene

Personalised, evidence-based hygiene care to help you achieve and maintain excellent oral health for life. Our hygienists provide:

Thorough cleanings to remove plaque, tartar and stains
Tailored oral hygiene instruction and product advice
Periodontal (gum) care including scaling and root planing
Oral health screenings, including oral cancer checks
Ongoing support and recall appointments

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AirFlow® Tooth Polishing

AirFlow® combines water, compressed air and fine powder particles to gently lift surface stains, plaque and biofilm — revealing a brighter, cleaner smile. It's quick, comfortable and well suited to patients with sensitive teeth or gums.

Effective stain removal — coffee, tea, tobacco and more
Reduces plaque, bacteria and biofilm
Gentle, comfortable and time-efficient
Reaches areas traditional polishing can struggle with

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