A smile can be broken down into several components - what are they and how does it effect the smile
1, The lips – these frame the smile and large lips or thin can all make a difference to the smile and the way it looks thin lips will show more teeth and more of the gums
2, The gums – these can be considered the stage or the setting for the smile and they can have an impact on the smile if we show too much then this can give the gummy smile appearance.
3, The teeth – if the gums are the stage then the teeth are the actors and like actors they can come in many shapes and sizes but together the give the smile a certain character. Often if one or two are short or smaller in comparison to the others then this can effect the smile.
4, The face – not forgetting the face which lights up with a smile and the muscles in the face which move the cheek and allow us to smile .
Lifestyle dental is about to turn one on the 4th of September- Yes it has been a year, gone pretty fast during our time the dental practice has grown and over this time we have seen over 500 patients.
so what is available over the counter that can make your teeth whiter
well there are quite a few products and some do make a difference
1, whitening toothpastes- there are some studies to show that they do have an effect although more to be used long term and to maintain the colour of your teeth
2, whitening mouthwash- agian there are quite a few out there the pearl drops system is usually quite good
3, whitening strips – there are a few of these on the market crest whitening strips and the recently launched smilestrips – both do work really well and are alittle like a plaster on your teeth which then contains some gel to gradually whiten your teeth
all of the products do whiten the teeth to some extent best to consult your dentist and they can put together a complete package to suit your needs,
some of the solutions we haev at Lifestyle Dental are
coming soon a new introduction video to lifestyle dental we have been donig some filimg at the practice to show how we this will soen be released and will be on the web soon
1, brush regulary – this seems pretty obvious regular brushing and in correct manner to make sure everything is cleaned efficiently and chances are you will have a great smile
2, diet – a high intake of sugar can ruin teeth very quickly although you would be supprised as to what food contains sugar good to have a diet check with your dentist. There are also other food which can damage teeth to book in and find out if your diet is effecting your teeth then www.lifestyledental.co.uk
At Lifestyle Dental we have a dental hygienist, Jade Gray, who will be joining the team in August and will be providing our patients the care and teh ability to keep thier teeth.
Jade will be providing hygiene treatement and scaling.
Jade who is a qualified dental therapist is looking forward to working with the team and looking after your dental health.
It is more common than you think and can be a real problem. Reducing your confidence and your left with the feeling of what are others thinking when you are talking.
Different types of bad breath are treated in different ways.You may be using the wrong approach and its not getting any better.
Some of the most common reasons for bad breath are
the tongue -. Large amounts of natural bacteria can be found on the back of the tongue, and may not be disturbed over the course of the day. These bacteria can grow produce odours. This can be treated by using a tongue scrapper and also using mouthwash correctly.
Broken fillings – if you have fillings which are broken or teeth which are broken then this can cause food to trap and resulting a smell from the rotting food in your mouth. To correct this a visit to the dentist and correction of any broken fillings or teeth will make a big difference
Gum disease – can also cause bad breath in some people and this is mainly due to the bacterial growth which produce odours
So if you suffer from bad breath dont worry now at Lifstyle dental we have a solution we are now implementing the Lifestyle Dental Fresh breath centre. Lead by our new team member Jade Gray a qualified hygienist and therapist we can treat your condition giving you the confidence to talk without worry..
Within the Fresh breath center we will asses your needs and implement a programme which is best suited to get your confidence levels up as quick as possible so that the solution is specfic to your needs
appointments are going fast so
please call now to book your appointment now 01772 717316
Gum Disease (also know as periodontitis) is a major cause of early tooth loss.It is an inflammatory condition that affects your tissues surrounding a tooth.These are the structures that help support the teeth and hold them in place.
What causes Gum disease?
Plaque bacteria are present within your mouth, and this is why you should brush your teeth to remove these deposits to prevent the bacteria from forming cavities or producing bad breath.However, what you may not be aware of is how destructive this bacteria is to the health of the gums.
Without effect cleaning the bacteria are able to colonise and form pockets within the gums. These bacteria produce toxins which lead to periodontal breakdown.
Therefore the bacteria destroy the supporting structures, including connective tissue and bone.
How Do I know if I have got Gum Disease?
Some of the signs may include:
Bleeding gums during tooth brushing
Sensitive or red inflamed gums which can ruin a smile
Bad Breath which can cause you embarrassment and problems.
Loose teeth or teeth which have moved causing gaps between the teeth
These are just some of the signs that may be apparent to you.
However, by visiting your dental professional regularly gum disease can be detected by thorough examination of the gum tissues and using radiographs to detect any changes in bone levels.
How Do I Keep my smile and stop Gum Disease?
By having regular visits with your Dentist and Dental Hygienist you will have your teeth professionally cleaned and an individualised oral hygiene regime tailored to your needs, to help keep your mouth healthy. Now to take some advice and have a free 20 minute Dental health check to asses how healthly your teeth are please call 01772 717316
A new company called Bioeden now which can now extract stem cells from teeth. What this means is that if you or your child would like to have your stem cells saved.
Stem Cell treatments can then be introduced into damaged tissues in order to treat disease or injury.
