London’s many dentists keep telling their patients that all it takes to reduce visits to them is regular oral hygiene. Yes it is as simple as that! Most dental problems like tooth decay and gum diseases start from plaque and bacteria buildup that starts due to irregular cleaning of your teeth. Thanks to our busy life and 24X7 food temptations in London, we often forget to regularly brush our teeth twice a day, floss them once a day and use antiseptic mouthwash to keep our mouth bacteria free. A good routine of oral hygiene almost always prevents plaque buildup. Plaque is the sticky film of food and bacteria that builds on our teeth due to insufficient teeth cleaning. This plaque invades our tooth’s many crevices and fissures; generating harmful acids that slowly corrode or decay, the tooth’s protective enamel surface - causing cavities (holes) in it. That’s not all, as this problematic plaque often irritates the gum and could cause a painful gum disease and even tooth loss. The fluoride-in-your toothpaste and drinking water does prevent some plaque buildup. There are also many popular dental treatments available in London that help your teeth. Some of the ‘easy to implement treatments’ include sealant application, fluoride treatments and scaling (scraping off hardened plaque / tartar). As a precautionary measure dentists like to conduct cancer screening tests using x-ray imaging. According to a recent survey 56% dentists said that most of their patients were not sufficiently worried about tooth decay and were ignorant about tooth cancer too. It is time you became more careful about your forgotten teeth and its many ailments that arise out of your own carelessness.

This disease affects people of all ages. Periodontal is also referred to gum disease. Generally it is an infection of the tissues and bones that support the entire network of teeth. If this disease is not treated it can become so serious causing the teeth to become loose and hence they will gradually fall out.
This disease is often caused by the buildup of plague, which is an accumulation of germs which form around the teeth and gums. The plague consists of bacteria which produces toxins that damage the gums.
There are several hundreds of bacteria which live in our mouth. Hence we battle every time by brushing, flossing our teeth and also visiting your London dentist regularly in order to fight these germs.
Gingivitis and Periodontitis are the gum diseases which are often known as serious infections.
Gingivitis - It is often known as the mildest form of gum disease and it causes the gums to be come red and swollen. The gums become very week and at times they bleed. This disease is often caused by lack of oral hygiene.
Periodontitis - is known as the advance stage of gingivitis. The plague spreads and grows below the gum. The bacteria produced causes discomfort to the gums. The gums begin to separate from the teeth since the tissues and bones that support the teeth will be destroyed.
There are several forms of Periodontitis and the commons ones are Aggressive Periodontitis, Chronic Periodontitis, Periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic diseases, Necrotizing periodontal disease.
The symptoms of gum disease are that gums start to bleed whilst sleeping or brushing your teeth. Gums begin to turn red and become swollen.
This disease can be cured by the use of professional treatment or oral home care that includes healthy eating, flossing and brushing of teeth regularly.

Dental floss is a man-made fibre, usually nylon and comes on a spool. It is inexpensive, ready to use and always available in the market. Dental floss is used in cleaning the crevices between the teeth and below the gum line where bristles of ordinary toothbrush can’t reach. It mechanically removes the bacteria that build up on our teeth and gums. Brushing alone cannot remove these bacteria. If the bacteria are not removed, they turn into plaque. Afterwards, the plaque will then turn into a hard substance that is commonly known as tartar. This will lead to the growth of more dangerous types of bacteria that produce toxins which is harmful to our bodies. The toxins will irritate the gums and can lead to gingivitis or inflammation. It will then result to Periodontal Disease wherein the toxins harm the gums and the bones that support the teeth and lead to tooth loss.
Dental flossing can also eliminate bad breath. It prevents the bacteria from breaking down food particles left in the mouth and turning it into volatile sulphur compounds that cause bad breath.
When flossing, use about 18 inches of floss. Wind some of it around one of your middle finger and the rest around the other middle finger. Use the thumb and forefinger of each hand in grasping the floss and leave an inch of floss between the two hands. Insert the floss in-between teeth. When the floss reaches the gum flap, gently slide it into the space between the tooth and the gum. Scrape up and down along the side of the tooth. Repeat five to six times. Do the same on the adjacent tooth. Repeat the procedure on the rest of the teeth. Turn each middle finger to use a fresh section of the floss. Don’t forget to gargle with water after flossing.
Dental flossing is easy… Try to make it a habit for an odour free healthy smile!

So, got yourself a new pair of dentures? These dentures are uniquely created for you and have been designed to match your facial features and complement your complexion. At first, your new dentures may feel strange, but that is only natural and nothing to worry about at all, as you will get used to them very soon. When you look into the mirror, you may feel that you look different, hopefully better! Your voice may also sound different at first, but will soon return to normal as you get used to your new set of dentures.
We take off our shoes every night before going to bed to relax our tired feet. In the very same manner, your dentures should be removed at night to allow your gum tissue to relax. When not in use, your dentures must be placed in a denture cleanser or at least a glass of clean water which will help prevent warping of the denture material.
People have crazy eating habits in London and this will not go down well with dentures. It is a common complaint that people experience slipping of their teeth while eating. Improper chewing on one side can cause dentures to tip and loosen. The right way to eat is to place small amounts of food on both sides of the mouth and chew up and down in a vertical motion, which equalises pressure on both sides of the mouth and reduces movement.
It is very important to clean your dentures everyday with a good quality denture toothbrush and toothpaste. This will help prevent the gradual build-up of plaque and stains and also odour. You can also soak your dentures in a denture cleanser.
Finally, it is also important to visit your dentist regularly. Get your dentures checked regularly for their fit, so that adjustments can be made if necessary. So, with proper care of your dentures, proper eating habits and regular check-ups, you can most certainly enjoy good oral health!

Having sensitive teeth is something most of us have experienced. It is so common that many of the patients in London and around the world make toothpaste for sensitive teeth their brand of choice. Dentists in London report that the complaint they hear the most is that of patient’s teeth being very sensitive. It was found that one in five adults have some sort of tooth sensitivity.
Those who have sensitive teeth know that when something hot, cold, sweet, or sour is felt by the teeth, it gives off a sharp pain. It does not last long but the intensity of it is enough to make one stop and take notice. Some individuals have teeth that are so sensitive; a puff of cold air to the mouth will cause the pain to occur.
Most sensitivity of the teeth is a result of the enamel coating on the outside of the teeth being worn down. This enamel is the covering for the dentin and when it is gone, the pain occurs. This sensitivity can also be a result of someone who grinds their teeth, has missing fillings, has a tooth which has been cracked, disease of the gums, receding gums, plaque on the teeth, abrasive brushing, whitening of the teeth, eating foods that are acidic.
If the sensitivity gets worse, you should see a dentist who can help diagnose the problem and find ways to help the condition. They have a treatment known as iontophoresis that applies fluoride to the tooth through electrical currents to help the problem.

Gingivitis can be defined as an inflammation of the gums and is also considered to be initial stage of the gum disease. The soft, sticky and colorless film of bacteria, known as plaque, is the main causative factor of gingivitis. Such plaque daily forms on the teeth as well as gum and by regular tooth brushing we generally remove this. If plaque remains on its site, it then produces some toxins that irritate the gums and cause gingivitis.Other causes of gingivitis include trauma to the gums, uncontrolled diabetes, pregnancy and poor dental hygiene. If gingivitis is not treated properly, it turns to periodontitis that can damage the teeth and its surrounding structure permanently.

The options for gingivitis treatment in London are plenty. There are many dental clinics run by professional and skilled dentists offering effective treatment for gingivitis that begin with initial cleaning, scaling and curettage. You are also advised to maintain oral hygiene by brushing teeth with proper toothpaste and toothbrush. However, in some advanced case, where the surgery is required, dentists may reduce deep pockets that remain underneath the gum. This is generally followed by low dose oral and/or topical antibiotics for certain period.

Once your fist sitting is over, you may need to visit dentist for follow-ups for gingivitis treatment in London for local oral examination and also in order to prevent recurrence of the disease. You also require regular cleanings every three months that may last 45 minutes to an hour.

No one really likes visiting their London dentist but it’s really necessary that you do get a check up done atleast once in six months. The main reason for this is that gum disease is a really insidious condition which has no major symptoms until the disease has advanced to a very bad condition. Here’s how it starts!The formation of soft and hard deposits on the teeth surface is really common and occurs for everyone. But most of the time with proper care plaque is not allowed to accumulate. But irregular brushing and poor oral hygiene can result in plaque accumulations which are infected with bacteria starting gum diseases. The plaque that slowly hardens over time and collects at the gum line is then called as calculus or tartar. Plaque or tartar now houses colonies of bacteria which infect the adjoining gums to cause gingivitis or gum inflammation. This infection can spread into the bone and can cause peridontitis.

If you do not catch this condition immediately for treatment, it can lead to loss of teeth, loose teeth or shrinking gums. Proper brushing techniques and flossing will help a lot to remove plaque formation. Oral health is also very important especially in pregnant women and in diabetic patients. People in this category are more susceptible to develop serious gum diseases. Other than loss of teeth, gum disease can cause serious inflammations in heart valves. The bacteria in the infected teeth can spread into the blood stream while chewing or eating and then reach lungs and other organs to cause serious infections.