Have you lost a single tooth and don’t really want the headache of getting a three unit bridge of a replaceable bridge to replace the tooth? Well read on for the latest on London dental implantsDental implants have taken the world by storm. The simple procedure of placing a screw into bone and then permanently inserting an artificial tooth on it was an old idea but no one really thought it would be so successful! The procedure is now routinely done for patients who can afford it and request it. For your knowledge here is a list of the frequently asked question regarding dental implants-

Are all dental implants successful?
Implant techniques have been around since the 1950s and newer procedures and techniques are still being innovated. If the process is done by an expert then a 93% success rate is guaranteed. The remaining seven percent is also dependent on patient co-operation in maintaining oral hygiene.

Can everyone do a dental implant?
Generally if you are healthy without any chronic disease you can request the process for yourself .but you will need a detailed medical examination as well as a complete dental examination before the dentist can start the procedure.

How long will the process take and is it noticeable by other people?
The process will take about 3-4 months and once the procedure is done it’s literally impossible to make out the implant from natural teeth.

Are you a smoker? Do you suffer from chronic dental problems? Research has now proved that smoker lose teeth more readily than non smokers due to the irritation of the tar products in cigarette smoke. Smoking is a very important factor for developing severe periodontal disease. Even if the smoking patients get periodontal surgery done, healing post-surgery takes a much longer time. A few common signs of smoker which can develop to severe periodontal disease are
• Calculus is a hard calcified deposit which occurs in nearly every mouth. But it seems to form faster in smokers. These deposits accumulate along the gum line and on the inner surface of your tooth and are usually colored dark brown for smoker. This has to be cleaned away by a professional and cannot be removed by brushing alone.
• Calculus then continues to push below the gum line causing the gums to separate from the teeth. This forms a deep sack between your teeth and gums whish is the beginning of periodontal disease or gum disease.
• If calculus is not removed in time by a professional; it sediments below your gum line giving protection for bacteria. These bacteria can destroy your gum tissue and in turn can pull away the gums from your teeth. Causing teeth to loosen and fall out.

Do you regularly use a mouthwash? Active ingredients in a mouthwash may vary and each has its own uses. It doesn’t really control the bad breath but does help to mask the odor for a few minutes. But quite a few people still use mouthwash. So what does a mouthwash actually contain? Let’s find out!
• Most of the new generation mouthwashes contain sodium chlorite which is supposed to keep the mouth odorless for a maximum of four hours. But it’s not very effective in killing bacteria which causes the bad breath.
• Some mouthwashes contain sodium chlorite as well as zinc chloride. These are much more effective in controlling bad breath for up to 12 hours. But after that bacteria rebounds again to produce stale gases.
• A few other common ingredients used in mouthwashes are sodium bicarbonate, alcohol along with flavoring oils, sorbitol, urea, boric acid, propylene glycol, dchloride and chlorophylin, cinnamon, methyl salicylate, menthol, anethole, thyme, certified colors, cetylpyridinium and resorcinol. But there are is a very high chance that quite a few of the ingredients can cause allergic reaction and problems in adults so do be careful.
• Antimicrobials like cetylpyridinium chloride, sanguinarine, chlorhexidine, phenolic compounds can actually cut down the amount of bacteria in the mouth controlling bad breath.By now you must have realized that there’s no substitute for good oral hygiene and brushing. There are so many varieties in London stores that it can be confusing so try to use a mouthwash only on the recommendation of your London dentist who can get you a medicated mouthwash for your specific needs.

What do you do to make sure you have sweet breath? Do you brush regularly and floss as well as use a mouthwash? Does all this really work for you?No! Well here are a few tried and tested traditional methods to get your breath squeaky clean with natural ingredients sourced from London stores.
• Fresh coriander leaves are readily available online and all you have to do is get the fresh seeds and use them as a chewing gum. Instant freshness!
• Powder the peel of a pomegranate and then dry it to use as a tooth powder to clean teeth with.
• Dissolve about two teaspoons of baking powder in a glass of water and use as a rinse to clean out your mouth.
• Drink at least ten glasses of water a day to flush out yours system and mouth of accumulated debris.
• Clean your tongue too everyday. You don’t really need to get something special but simply scraping the tooth brush on your tongue is more than enough to get your tongue clean of the clinging bacterial colonies.
• Try to avoid potent foods like garlic and onions late in the night. Small fibers of these can linger in your mouth causing fermentation over night.