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Confidence Improved

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Prior to my treatment at lifestyle I lacked a real confidence in my smile my treatment and the end result have now transformed both my smile and my self confidence.

The team at Lifestyle have made all of my visits a stress free experience everyone is freindly polite. I would have no problems in recommending the lifestyle dental team to any of my friends and family in the future

thank you all

martin myatt


You Really Can Live Better Through Dentistry

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Did you know that a healthy mouth means a healthy body…a healthy heart…even a healthy sex life?  It’s true!  And just by changing certain habits related to oral hygiene you can improve the health of your mouth and teeth and lessen your risk for a whole host of illnesses.

“You cannot be healthy with an unhealthy mouth any more than one can be healthy with an infected foot,” says Richard H. Price, DMD, spokesperson for the American Dental Association and a former clinical instructor at the Boston University Dental School.

He’s absolutely right.

Researchers at the ADA have found that periodontitis (the advanced form of periodontal disease that can cause tooth loss) is linked with health problems, such as cardiovascular disease.  It appears that bacteria in the mouth may cause inflammation throughout the body, including the arteries. Gingivitis (oral inflammation due to bacteria) may also play a role in clogged arteries and blood clots, possibly increasing your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

so if you would like to know more about your dental health then give us a call on 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk for your free consultation


How do you know if you have gum disease?

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Gum disease and periodontal disease can be very common and often no symptoms are shown till it is too late here are some to watch out for

Symptoms are often not noticeable until the disease is advanced. They include:

    1. Bad breath that won’t go away
    2. Red or swollen gumswhich bleed easily and often
    3. Pain on  chewing
    4. Loose teeth and teeth that have moved position maybe even gaps appearing between the teeth
    5. Sensitive teeth due to the gums receeding and exposing more sensitive parts of the teeth

      if you suffer from any of the above or if you know someoen who suffers then please get in touch and see how we can help you to keep your teeth

      01772 717316


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      Saturday, August 21st, 2010

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      When Good Breath Goes Bad

      Monday, July 26th, 2010


      According to the National Institutes of Health, poor oral hygiene is the most common reason for bad breath. And all the mouthwash, breath mints, and breath fresheners in the world can’t banish bad breath when the source is bacteria rather than the food you eat.

      If you’ve been having trouble keeping your mouth feeling fresh and smelling good, this article will help you locate the real source of the problem…and it may not be the onions you ate at lunch.

      How do you know if your breath smells bad? If you’re lucky, someone may have the courtesy (and courage) to tell you to your face. But more often than not, other people will simply flinch, turn away, or step back a pace when you’re talking to them.

      To avoid the embarrassing situations described above, you can use these two techniques to give yourself a breath checkup and help you determine what’s making your mouth smell so unpleasant to yourself and others.

      • Breath Test #1 – Front (Anterior) Tongue Test - Lick your wrist. Then wait about five seconds while the saliva dries somewhat. Smell your wrist. If it smells bad, you have probably recently eaten something stinky. Simply brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth with mouthwash, or popping a breath mint should take care of the problem. Chewing on fresh parsley is another effective way to fight temporary bad breath
      • Breath Test #2 – Back (Posterior) Tongue Test – Take a spoon, turn it upside down, and use it to gently scrape the very back portion of your tongue. (It’s common that this test can cause an automatic ‘gag’ reaction, so be prepared.) A thick whitish material will be on the spoon. Give it a sniff. If the smell is sharp and unpleasant, you most likely have halitosis, the kind of ‘bad breath’ that is caused by poor oral hygiene and that won’t respond to simple brushing and mouth wash.

      If you failed Breath Test #2, you’re not alone. A research study conducted by the University of Buffalo  concluded that one in four adults has halitosis, and some estimates suggest that as many as 90 million people have bad breath related to oral hygiene.

      When the white substance on the back of your tongue smells bad, the likely culprit is a bacteria associated with gum disease is. The bacteria’s name is actinomyces, and it feeds on protein particles on the teeth and gums, producing foul-smelling sulfur gases in the process. Actinomyces is also the bacteria responsible for giving soil its ‘dirt’ smell and envelopes your mouth a sharp, pungent aroma.

      Bacteria growth occurs when you fail to pay attention to your oral hygiene. In fact, flossing daily and brushing your teeth and tongue twice a day can greatly reduce bad breath as well as make it more difficult for bacteria to grow. BUT…

      The same bacteria that cause gum disease, tooth decay, and abscessed teeth are also responsible for halitosis. Regular check-ups and professional cleanings are the only way to really ensure that your mouth is healthy and your breath is sweet-smelling.

      so if you would like to know more then please call us on 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk


      Speaking with Confidence

      Saturday, July 17th, 2010

      Speak with Confidence

      if you have teeth that are stained, discolored or otherwise not ‘in shape,’ you may feel self-conscious. this can stop you from speaking freely. Or if you unconsciously put your hands in front of your mouth when you talk. But when your teeth and gums are healthy, you have the confidence to express yourself. And confidence is a very appealing characteristic.

      Missing, crooked, and broken teeth are problems for lots of people. Sadly, many of them don’t take the time and effort to do anything about it. And that’s a shame because modern dentistry has so many amazing techniques and procedures that can help.

      It really starts with regular check-ups and cleanings. That’s the baseline of a healthy, happy smile. After that, there’s practically no end to what can be done to make your mouth look and feel great.

      Tooth whitening can banish coffee stains and remove the yellow left behind from smoking. Invisible braces can remove gaps and get your teeth in line. Perhaps you’re a candidate for an ‘extreme makeover’ with dental implants or veneers. Whatever you choose, you can be certain that the investment you make in a ‘million dollar’ smile will pay for itself a thousand times over.

      So if you would like more information on how you can speak with confidence then give us a call on 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk


      First Impressions

      Friday, July 9th, 2010

      When First Impressions Count:

      Let Your Teeth Do the Talking

      When you need to make a good first impression, make sure your teeth are working for you and not against you.

      Have you ever heard the expression ‘a million dollar smile’?  It’s been applied to everyone from movie stars (like Angelina Jolie) to motivational speakers (like Tony Robbins).  And that’s because a great smile can be worth a million dollars as far as making a great impression.

      In Psychology Today magazine, Paul Ekman, professor of psychology at the University of California Medical School in San Francisco, and a pioneer of research on facial expressions, revealed the importance of smiling.  “We (respond to) a smile from 30 meters away,” he says.  “A smile lets us know that we’re likely to get a positive reception, and it’s hard not to reciprocate.”

      In other words, when you smile at someone, they want to smile back at you.  That immediately sets up a positive interaction, even before a word is spoken.  What a great way to start off a job interview!

      All Eyes Are On Your Mouth

      It’s a simple fact of life: how you present yourself to others is essential to your success in both personal and professional situations.  When you meet a prospective employer or have a chance encounter with a prospective ‘love connection,’ the other person will form a first impression of you in a matter of seconds.

      Your smile can be an important tool for making that first impression a good one.

      In a job interview or on a first date, you’ll almost certainly be talking.  And as well as focusing on your words, the person on the other side of the conversation will also be focusing on your mouth.  With a brighter smile, you instantly stand out from the crowd.  Others will be drawn to you and want to listen to every word you have to say.

      A bright white smile and a set of healthy, well-cared for teeth and gums say many things about you.  Perhaps the most important thing they convey to others is that you take pride in your appearance and care about your health.

      Speak with Confidence

      People with teeth that are stained, discolored or otherwise not ‘in shape,’ may feel self-conscious.  So they refrain from speaking freely.  Or they may unconsciously put their hands in front of their mouths when they talk.  But when your teeth and gums are healthy, you have the confidence to express yourself.  And confidence is a very appealing characteristic.

      Missing, crooked, and broken teeth are problems for lots of people. Sadly, many of them don’t take the time and effort to do anything about it.  And that’s a shame because modern dentistry has so many amazing techniques and procedures that can help.

      It really starts with regular check-ups and cleanings.  That’s the baseline of a healthy, happy smile.  After that, there’s practically no end to what can be done to make your mouth look and feel great.

      Tooth whitening can banish coffee stains and remove the yellow left behind from smoking.  Invisible braces can remove gaps and get your teeth in line.  Perhaps you’re a candidate for an ‘extreme makeover’ with dental implants or veneers.  Whatever you choose, you can be certain that the investment you make in a ‘million dollar’ smile will pay for itself a thousand times over.


      Lifetstyle Dental Whitening

      Wednesday, July 7th, 2010

      How do you keep your teeth white after you have had them whitened ?

      well as of today lifestyle dental has released a specially designed pack of mouthwash and a selection of toothpaste and toothbrush which will help you maintain your whiter smile. the pack includes

      3 months supply of

      mouth wash specially selected to keep down those coffee stains and tea stains

      and 3 months supply of toothpaste

      if you would like to know more then please call 01772 717316 or email us to find out more on info@lifestyledental.co.uk


      Gum Disease – Do you have it ?

      Thursday, July 1st, 2010
      How do you know if you have Gum disease ?

      well gum disease or gingivitis is inflammation of the gums and is caused by some irritation resulting in the bleeding and swelling of the gums.

      symptoms and signs  can include

      1. Bleeding gums
      2. swollen gums
      3. Yellow deposits on teeth
      4. Receding gums this is whereby the gums seems to be shrinking back
      5. Bad breath
      6. pain can sometimes occurs if you get abscesses
      7. loose teeth

      Gum disease and periodontal disease can often go unnoticed in the ealry stages as there is very little pain or discomfort

      so if your concerned about your gums or your dental health then please give us a call on 01772 717316 or email on info@lifestyledental.co.uk

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      Missing Teeth

      Monday, June 28th, 2010

      In a recent article in the mirror newspaper a report indicates that there are 110 million missing teeth in the UK alone

      so what are the options if you have missing teeth

      well

      1. Implants – this is a titanium post which is inserted into the jaw bone and allowed to integrate with the bone and then a crown can be placed on top the benefit of this type fo treatment for missing teeth is that it does not alter the adjacent teeth in way although it is dependent upon teh amount of bone in the jaw

      2, Bridges - a bridge consists of a missing tooth or teeth which is attached to the teeth on either side of the gap. The attachment can be a crown or even a wing on the teeth either side of the gap for more information and video click here

      3, Dentures – dentures are made to be inserted where teeth are missing and they are removable and can be anything from 1 tooth to all teeth and can vary in complexity

      if you would like to discuss your concerns further then please call on 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk