Not today, tooth decay! Tooth decay in the UK is, on the whole, preventable. It is common, yes, but that doesn’t mean you should succumb to the thought that it will happen. Tooth decay can be painful and fillings can be uncomfortable and costly, so why not avoid? Spend your time and money on prevention …
We all know that gums bleed and there are various toothpastes, mouthwashes available to help with this, but in reality, they shouldn’t. If your gums are healthy, they will not bleed and that is something we should all aspire to. Bleeding gums, although common, are not healthy. They are a sign of gum disease, of …
What you need to know… Nowadays, we spend a huge amount in terms of time, and in many circumstances, money, on orthodontic treatment. Whether it be ‘train tracks’ or a more subtle option such as ‘Invisalign’ type aligners, you as the patient are more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease during the treatment process …
There are treatments available… Dry mouth affects a large proportion of adults in the U.K. The impact can vary from a minor inconvenience to incredibly painful, causing issues with swallowing, eating and speaking – often the impact is dependent on the cause. Causes of dry mouth can include some medications, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, anxiety, mouth breathing, …
BiominF Slow release toothpaste We all know we should clean between our teeth once a day and brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, but how do you decide which toothpaste to use? Did you know that not all toothpastes contain the same ingredients or work in the same way? Believe it or not, …
Stuffed up, sneezing, itchy watery eyes, sinus headache? Sound’s like seasonal allergies. The joys of summer aren’t the same for everyone and hay fever can spoil the best of being outdoors. It can also affect your oral health, increasing your risk of bad breath, tooth decay and bleeding gums. Summer sees pollen from trees, grasses …
2 minutes is a lonnnnnnggggg time! A lot longer than we think. Have you ever tried timing yourself? Or gotten to the end of the timer on an electric toothbrush? Morning routines can be action packed, with tooth brushing just another box to tick on route to the day ahead. Where does your oral health …
