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How to Give Your Mouth Its Healthiest Winter Yet!

Monday, November 14th, 2016

Winter is here and it’s time to start taking care of yourself. Nobody wants to spend the holidays nursing injuries or miss out on the festivities because of toothache. This winter, why not make an extra effort to keep those teeth and gums healthy? Here are some top tips to help you keep dental woes at bay.

Oral hygiene tips

Good oral hygiene decreases your risk of developing dental diseases dramatically. Take care to set aside at least two minutes every morning and evening to brush your teeth. If you struggle with timing, set a timer on your phone or watch. When you’re brushing, be gentle. If you brush too firmly, you can damage your enamel. Floss daily to remove any food debris and bacteria you may have missed with your brush. We recommend using fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride helps to strengthen your enamel and protect you from cavities.

Dental checks

If you haven’t been to the dentist for a while, now is the time to call up and make an appointment before Christmas. Nobody wants to miss out on opening presents or eating a turkey dinner because they’ve got troublesome teeth. Check-ups only take a few minutes, but they’re so important. When you have a routine check, your dentist will look for any potential warning signs of dental problems, including oral cancer. You won’t feel any pain, and regular checks will reduce your risk of needing intensive treatment dramatically.

Eating habits

Winter is a time we tend to indulge, especially over the festive period. It’s good to treat yourself from time to time, but spare a thought for your teeth and gums. Always wait an hour after eating to brush your teeth, and avoid eating between meals. If you fancy a mince pie on Christmas Eve, have it straight after a meal. Use a straw when you’re drinking, and try and opt for sugar-free drinks.

The Ultimate Cleaning Experience

Monday, June 20th, 2016

Nothing feels better than smooth, clean teeth and what better way to celebrate the first day of summer than with a clean bill of oral health? We encourage our patients to maintain good oral hygiene at home, but nothing beats the feeling of an intensive cleaning treatment. Our expert hygienists will give your smile a healthy glow and banish harmful bacteria to help you lower the risk of decay and gum disease.

What do hygienists do?

Dental hygienists are experts in oral hygiene. They provide a range of hygiene and preventative treatments, which help to lower the risk of oral diseases and keep the teeth looking strong, healthy and shiny.

Our dental hygienists play a very important role in the treatment of gum disease, but a visit to the hygienist can be beneficial for all patients – even those with good oral health! For patients who have a high risk of gum disease and those who have been diagnosed with severe gum disease, regular hygiene sessions can help to prevent the condition from getting worse.

Hygiene treatments

Our hygienists provide a range of services for patients of all ages, including preventative treatments, cleaning treatments such as scale and polish and gum disease management. Our hygienists are also available to offer advice about oral hygiene and teeth cleaning and to help with issues such as healthy eating and giving up or cutting down on smoking.

Why is dental hygiene so important?

Good dental hygiene is important for keeping your teeth and gums healthy, but it also plays a role in maintaining good general health. A number of studies have now suggested a connection between oral and general health and gum disease has been found to increase the risk of general health conditions, including strokes and heart disease, as bacteria from the mouth is able to travel through the bloodstream, contributing to harmful effects in other areas of the body.

Good Dental Hygiene Techniques

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

The best way to maintain healthy teeth and a great smile is to practice good dental hygiene. So, for great spring cleaning to get those winter time cobwebs out of your mouth, here are some great tips to get your smile ready to rock:

1. Brushing: Make sure you brush your teeth after each meal
2. Daily dental routine: Get into a routine of brushing and flossing your teeth daily. Make sure you brush your teeth at least twice a day. A good time to brush your teeth is in the morning and at night
3. Flossing: Make sure to floss at least once a day
4. Effective toothbrushes that get positive results: The best type of toothbrush to use is a soft, rounded toothbrush that is not to big because you want to make sure that you brush all areas of your teeth and mouth
5. Get rid of the old and bring in the new: Remember to replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months
6. Electronic toothbrushes: You can use an electric toothbrush if you prefer. Research suggests that powered toothbrushes with a rotating brush that moves back-and-forth are better to use than other types of toothbrushes. As an insurance company, we would prefer everyone to be using the best toothbrush they can afford
7. Use fluoride: Always brush with toothpaste that contains fluoride. Toothpaste that contains tarter control is good toothpaste to purchase because tarter control toothpaste will help slow down any mineral buildup developing on your teeth.
8. Hold your toothbrush the right way: When you brush try holding your toothbrush in a position that will not only brush your teeth, but brush the gums well too. While you brush your teeth, move the brush back and forth brushing your teeth in a circular motion. Brush softly not hard, because you can make hurt your gums and damage your tooth enamel.
9. Brush your entire mouth not just your teeth: Brush all tongue and the surfaces of your cheek. Make sure you brush your front and back teeth the best.
10. Cleaning your tongue is just as important as cleaning your teeth: Brush your tongue after you brush your teeth. Brushing your tongue helps remove plaque, which can cause your breath to smell bad and you, can also develop bacteria in your mouth if you do not brush your tongue along with your teeth.

Spring cleaning helps make all things new again. Give your smile a chance to do the same. You’ll be glad you did. And your family, friends, and co-workers will all appreciate how great you look.

At the Liverpool Dental Spa we don’t just look after implants and veneers or whiten your teeth. Our commitment is to enable you to have the best smile possible for as long as possible.

Five ways to improve your smile: Tips from the Liverpool Dental Spa

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

1, Book regular appointments with your general dentist – you’ll be surprised how many people in Liverpool do not have regular dental checkups. In fact nearly 50% of people in Liverpool do not go to the dentist the recommended twice per year.

2, Dental Hygiene – Brushing your teeth twice a day using mouthwash and floss and booking in to see the dental hygienist will help maintain your sparkling smile.

3, Quit smoking – Asides from the health benefits and financial benefits, quitting smoking can do wonders for your smile. If you have recently quit smoking why not try are smoker make over experience!

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4, Cosmetic Dentistry – There are many different cosmetic dental treatments on offer to increase your confidence and to correct many dental problems. For crooked teeth we offer various systems of invisible braces. For missing teeth we offer implants and bridges. For discoloured or yellow teeth we offer many whitening systems.

5, Improve your Diet – Many foods can stain and damage your teeth, such as; coffee, tea, fizzy drinks and red wine. Cutting these out of your diet isn’t necessary however curving how much of these you consume will increase your dental health and keep your smile whiter, brighter and beautiful.

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0151 236 8280

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