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5 Dental Tips to Carry You Into the Autumn Months

Monday, September 28th, 2015

Summer days are fading away and autumn is approaching. If you want to enjoy a bright and healthy smile, here are five top tips to carry you into the autumn:

Book a dental check: if you’re due a check-up, the new season is the perfect time to call and arrange an appointment. We offer flexible opening times and will happily see members of your family at the same time. Check-ups are quick and if you get the all-clear, you won’t have to come back and see us for another six months!
Swap your toothbrush: if you haven’t swapped your toothbrush or replaced the head of your electric brush for a while, the arrival of autumn is a good excuse to treat yourself. Ideally, we recommend replacing brushes every 3-4 months. This helps to ensure effective cleaning, as worn bristles don’t work as well as new ones.
Hone your brushing skills: this autumn, set yourself a goal to improve your daily oral hygiene regime and step up your efforts when it comes to brushing and flossing. If you need any advice or any help at all, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team of dentists and dental hygienists.
Book a hygiene session: many people assume that they need to be suffering with painful gums or bad breath in order to see a dental hygienist, but our hygiene services are accessible to all and we strongly recommend an annual session, even for those with healthy teeth. Seeing a hygienist provides you with a really deep clean, which will banish any bacteria, plaque and tartar and also polish your teeth to give your smile a lovely sparkle.
Cut down on sugary foods: research shows that many people consume too much sugar and this is contributing to high rates of dental decay. The World Health Organisation recommends a daily intake of just six teaspoons of sugar. We also recommend avoiding acidic foods and drinks where possible, as the acids weaken and erode tooth enamel.

Spotting the Smallest Signs of Tooth Decay in Liverpool During a Dental Check-up

Friday, June 29th, 2012

Tooth decay is a silent disease, with symptoms only apparent once the damage has been inflicted. Bacteria, plaque, sugar, acid and poor oral hygiene are all causes of tooth decay, which begins as mild enamel wear and ends up with the infection of the inner dental chamber.

How does tooth decay occur and what can my Liverpool dentist do to stop it?

Tooth decay occurs when plaque and bacteria are able to build-up on the teeth. The bacteria releases acids, which eat away at the dental enamel, first affecting the surface of the tooth, then the dentin layer and finally infecting the dental pulp inside the tooth.

It is not until the final part of the decay when the infection enters the dental pulp that pain occurs, but by this point it is too late and the tooth is technically dead, after which you will require root canal treatment and dental crowns.

However, at Liverpool Dental Implant and Aesthetic we use lightening, magnification and x-rays to thoroughly assess any dental decay. Even the smallest sign of erosion will be inspected and treated, using a mixture of dental cleaning and white fillings.

What else can a dentist spot during a dental check-up?

Visiting the dentist every 6 months allows them to know what your healthy mouth looks like, which makes it easier to spot any abnormalities, which may cause you harm.

Problems such as gum disease and, even more seriously, mouth cancer, can all be spotting, checked and treated earlier rather than later if you take the time to visit your dentist regularly.

If you would like to book an appointment for your dental check-up please call the practice. We would be more than happy to help and are here to answer all of your questions.

 

 

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