Posts Tagged ‘dental hygienist’

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


      Tips to getting whiter teeth

      Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

      More and more people have been asking about how to get whiter teeth and what they can do to keep thier teeth white here are a few tips

      diet – coffee and red wine tend to stain teeth very quickly try to avoid these if possible or at least keep to a moderation

      drugs although now more rare there are certain drugs that can stain teeth make sure to check before you take any medication

      brushing and hygiene - a good hygine regieme which includes flossing brushing and using a mouth wash too can really help make a difference

      whitening products – there are a load of counter products in the shops these days atht can whiten your teeth whitening toothpastes to strips – they can work and offer some effect

      in office whitening – try the whitening at the dental practice have a look at our page for some of the offers on teeth whitening

      regular hygiene – regular visits with the dentist and also hygienist will makes sure to keep that whiter brighter smile   here are some of the offers how to get stain removed from your teeth

      sparkle smiles at lifestyle dental

      if you would like further information then please contac us on 01772 717316 or email info@lifestyledental.co.uk


      Patient Testimonial

      Friday, December 4th, 2009

      My sister told me about Lifestyle Dental it was very local and i lked the website www.lifestyledental.co.uk

      I have finished my treatment now and everything has been really great I am vry pleased with the end result and wodul be really happy to recommend friends and family to come here

      Neil Jackson Preston


      A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.

      Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

      This is one of the quotes often heard it originates from Phyllis Diller, the American actress, .

      so what impact does a smile have

      1, Can improve your confidence people who generally smile more are deemed more confident in meetings and social gatherings

      2, Make you feel good – when you smile certain chemicals are released which actually make you feel good

      3, Can make others feel good – smiling is contagious  smile at someone and in most cases they will smile back

      so what to do if you dont have the right smile? -

      well perhaps tooth whitening – to achieved a little brighter smile, or how about achieving straighter teeth with an invisible brace .


      How Can you keep Your Smile For Life

      Thursday, August 6th, 2009

       

      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 

      Written by Jade Gray


      The Gums and The Heart

      Wednesday, July 15th, 2009

      Are you suffering health problems due to bad oral health ?

      The importance of oral health and oral hygiene is always been at the forefront in the mind of all dentists. Now the link between oral health and gum disease and also the impact of poor oral health on the body and associated dieases is getting stronger.

      A strong connection between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been suggested in recent clinical studies. As many as 75 percent of adults in the United States have been affected by periodontal disease.

      So if you would like to know more then click here to find out or call 01772 717316 and book an examination.