According to a new survey from the British Dental Health Foundation, as many as seven million people in the UK regularly forget to brush their teeth and around one in five Britons fail to floss. The poll was part of the National Smile Month campaign run by the British Dental Health Foundation, which was established … Read more
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a rather common condition among both children and adults. Although many of the people who suffer from it are unaware of their condition, it should be treated as soon as possible as it can cause serious damage to their teeth and jaw. Sufferers often grind their teeth in … Read more
Most mothers say that being pregnant is one of the happiest times of their lives. However, in addition to the excitement of anticipating and planning for a baby, there are also a few surprising side effects along the way. “Pregnancy gingivitis,” swelling, redness, bleeding and sensitivity of the gum tissues, is a very common side … Read more
Dental health is of the utmost importance Dental health and oral hygiene play a huge role in the overall health of an individual. However, millions of Britons skip dentist appointments in order to go out and have fun. According to a survey carried out in relation to National Smile Month, around 18% of respondents said … Read more
Dental health has emerged as a major global problem, as a large-scale international study by the University of London’s Queen Mary dental college revealed that billions of people suffer from problems with their teeth and gums. longer life expectancy has lead to poor oral health Researchers took three years to complete the study and … Read more
Most people are well aware that having healthy teeth is of great importance to one’s overall health. Eat these foods for optimal health: Calcium – this keeps the enamel healthy. Whole milk and dairy products are the key sources of calcium, but so are spinach, kale, collard, salmon and soy beans. It should be noted … Read more
Fight Cavities while enjoying your favourite drinks! Red wine is commonly cited as one of the most frequent causes of teeth discolouration, but according to a new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, moderate consumption of the beverage could actually reduce the risk of dental cavities. The research, carried out by … Read more
You’re probably aware that eating too much sugar can have a negative impact on your teeth, but did you know that certain foods actually benefit your beautiful smile? In fact, there are many simple ways to take even better care of your teeth, simply through what you eat and drink. Follow these guidelines for … Read more
Tooth decay is one of the most common dental problems faced by both children and adults in the UK Treating a rotting tooth by root canal surgery or fillings are among a few of the procedures that most people find intimidating and unpleasant. These sometimes painful experiences could soon be over. A team of US scientists … Read more
A common complaint of patients that visit our office is that their gums bleed when they brush and floss. However, they often assume that it’s normal just because it’s not painful. That assumption couldn’t be further from the truth, and here’s why. Most people think that bleeding gums are from flossing or brushing too hard. … Read more