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Love it or hate it, Wimbledon is a Great British institution. Not only is it the oldest tennis tournament in the World, it’s also regarded as the most prestigious. Each year, thousands of tennis fans flock to Wimbledon to eat strawberries and watch their sporting heroes smash balls at each other at over 100 miles per hour. If you’re a tennis fan (or even if you’re not), take a moment to read these weird and wonderful Wimbledon facts…

Number One Court, Wimbledon

 

1.  In 1995, Tim Henman became the first person ever to be disqualified from Wimbledon. The reason? He lost his temper and angrily smashed a ball away, straight into the face of an innocent young ball girl. Henman was mortified when he realised, and later gave the girl some flowers to apologise.

 

2.  Each year, 250 ball boys and ball girls are employed to work at Wimbledon. On average they are 15 years old and earn about £150 for the two weeks that they work.

 

3.  The last time anyone used a wooden racket at Wimbledon was in 1987.

 

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5.  All players must wear white clothing and dress ‘decently’. The umpire decides if players meet the strict dress code and can make them get changed. Andre Agassi refused to play between 1988 and 1990 because he didn’t like the dress code and what he regarded as a ‘stuffy’ atmosphere.

 

6.  During World War II, 5 bombs hit Centre Court, destroying 1,200 seats. It took 9 years for the court to be fully restored.

 

7.  It was only in 2007 that the prize money for male and female tennis players was equalised after campaigns from Venus Williams and others.

 

8.  Wimbledon always starts on the sixth Monday before the first Monday of August.

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10.  In 1986, yellow tennis balls were introduced. Before that the balls were white and umpires had difficulty seeing them.

 

11.  The youngest ever player at Wimbledon was Mita Klima from Austria, who was 13 years old when she played in 1907.

 

12.  Each year at Wimbledon 28,000kg of strawberries are eaten along with 7,000 litres of cream.

Dental Implants at Absolute Dental

For some people the loss of a tooth, especially a front tooth can be very distressing. This lovely gentleman who is a long standing patient at the practice was troubled by a failing post crown on his upper central incisor. Having discussed all of the options with Rhodri John, he decided to proceed with a dental implant to replace this troublesome tooth. Here are his thoughts on the treatment before, and after.

"Like most people I am not keen on going to the dentist. When it was suggested to me that an Implant  was the best answer to my problem I became very nervous over the procedure. Something I know now to have been totally unnecessary.

The initial advice was excellent, the process totally painless and the result is perfect. I can smile with confidence.

For me this was the best answer. I can recommend the procedure."

RF, Kingsbridge

If you would like to know more about dental implant, please call us on 01548852165 to book a consultation.

The advantage of Dental Implants over more traditional dentistry

Traditionally, to replace a single missing tooth, the teeth either side were shaped and a bridge was fitted.

This often involves the removal of healthy tooth tissue.

Here at Absolute Dental, we aim to preserve healthy teeth whenever possible, which is why we so often recommend Dental Implants as an alternative to traditional bridgework.

This option replaces the missing tooth, without touching the adjacent teeth; it preserves bone levels and functions like a normal tooth.

Watch this video to see what we mean:

http://youtu.be/6FAzUkjX3Ts

If you would like more information, call us on 01548 852165 to talk to the team or book a complimentary consultation with our implant coordinator for more information. info@absolute-dental.co.uk

Two Common Questions about Dental Implants at Absolute Dental

There are two questions we often get asked about dental implants:

1)Are dental implants suitable for anyone?

In most cases, anyone healthy enough to undergo a routine dental extraction or oral surgery can be considered for a dental implant.

Patients should have healthy gums and enough bone to hold the implant. They also must be committed to good oral hygiene and regular dental visits.

Heavy smokers, people suffering from uncontrolled chronic disorders, such as diabetes or heart disease, or patients who have had radiation therapy to the head/neck area need to be evaluated on an individual basis. If you are considering implants, give us a call on 01548 852165

 

2) How Successful Are Dental Implants?

 

Success rates of dental implants vary, depending on where in the jaw the implants are placed but, in general, dental implants have a success rate of up to 98%. With proper care implants can last a lifetime.

Here at this practice we used implants made by Nobel Biocare, who are the pioneers in the field of implant based dental restoration. For more information see  www.nobelbiocare.com or call in for a complimentary chat with one of the team.

 

 

 

 

The Advantages of Dental Implants by Absolute Dental

Although we carry out a large amount of dental implants here at Absolute, we still find many people are unaware of the treatment or what a dental implant really is.

So what is a dental implant?

Dental implants are basically replacement tooth roots. The implants then provide a strong foundation for fixed (permanent) or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth.

What Are the Advantages of Dental Implants?

There are many advantages to dental implants, including:

·    Improved appearance. Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. And because they are designed to fuse with bone, they become permanent.

·    Improved speech. With poor-fitting dentures, the teeth can slip within the mouth causing you to mumble or slur your words. Dental implants allow you to speak without the worry that teeth might slip.

·     Improved comfort. Because they become part of you, implants eliminate the discomfort of removable dentures.

·    Easier eating. Sliding dentures can make chewing difficult. Dental implants function like your own teeth, allowing you to eat your favorite foods with confidence and without pain.

·    Improved self-esteem. Dental implants can give you back your smile and help you feel better about yourself.

·    Improved oral health. Dental implants don't require reducing other teeth, as a tooth-supported bridge does. Because nearby teeth are not altered to support the implant, more of your own teeth are left intact, improving long-term oral health. Individual implants also allow easier access between teeth, improving oral hygiene.

·     Durability. Implants are very durable and will last many years. With good care, many implants last a lifetime.

·    Convenience. Removable dentures are just that; removable. Dental implants eliminate the embarrassing inconvenience of removing dentures, as well as the need for messy adhesives to keep them in place.

So I hope this brief introduction gives an overview of the results of implant treatment. Should you wish to discuss further do give us a call on 01548 852165 or drop in and have a chat with one of the team