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Your oral health routine is the first line of protection your teeth have against plaque and decay. Optimising how you brush and floss is a way minimising the amount of work dental professionals will be required to do, which, despite how it sounds, is a very good thing! Here is a breakdown of the optimum […]

Tongue brushing may not currently be part of your current dental routine, but there are many reasons why you might want to consider it next time you brush. Tongues and dental bacteria The bacteria in your mouth may love to sit on your teeth and eat through your protective enamel, but the majority of bacteria […]

Diet plays an important role in oral health. Often, you read articles telling you what you shouldn’t be eating, but there are foods you can add to your diet to help strengthen your teeth and reduce your risk of oral diseases, including gum disease and tooth decay. Calcium is a very important mineral with a […]

Gum disease and tooth decay are preventable, and there are some very easy steps you can take to keep your teeth and gums healthy and give your smile a sparkly glow: 1. Brush your teeth twice a day, every day Even if you’re in a rush to get out of the house or you cannot […]

When it comes to gum disease, it’s worth being aware of the warning signs because mild gum disease can quickly advance into a more serious condition called periodontitis. Visiting your dentist as soon as you start to see symptoms can help to prevent the problem from becoming more serious and make sure you don’t have […]

Oral health is very important for children and we are eager to do all we can to make sure our younger patients have beautiful, healthy and sparkling teeth. Decay is one of the most common childhood illnesses, but it is preventable. Preventing tooth decay Tooth decay affects thousands of children all over the UK and […]

Most of us enjoy a sweet treat or a decadent dessert from time to time and there’s nothing wrong with this; however, excessive and regular consumption of sugar can have a very harmful impact on oral health, as well as increasing the risk of general health conditions, such as diabetes. How does sugar affect oral […]

Teeth cleaning is the best way to get shiny, glossy and healthy looking teeth, as well as strong, healthy teeth and gums. Brushing your teeth is really important because it removes bacteria, food debris and plaque from your mouth; if you were to avoid cleaning your teeth, plaque would collect on the protective enamel surfaces […]

Oral health is really important. Not just for a healthy, attractive smile but also for good general health. Many research studies have shown links between poor oral health and an increased risk of medical conditions, so looking after your teeth and gums has never been more important. Brushing You should brush your teeth twice a […]