Category: Gum disease
London Dentist Explains Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are third molars that appear behind your second molars, usually between the ages of 17 and 25. While most adults have four wisdom teeth, it isn’t uncommon to have less, or even none at all. Wisdom teeth can commonly cause pain and discomfort when they grow, affecting the…
READ ARTICLELooking for Dental Bridges in London?
Dental bridges are a form of false teeth that can be fitted into gaps of one tooth or more. They are called ‘bridges’ because they attach to the neighbouring teeth on either side of the gap, ‘bridging’ the space between them. The most obvious reason that someone might want to…
READ ARTICLESee Your City of London Dentist about a Dry Mouth
Dry mouth is a condition which affects the flow of saliva in your mouth and makes your mouth feel dry, sticky and raw. If you frequently feel thirsty, have problems swallowing and chewing, or develop sores in and around your mouth, you might be suffering from dry mouth and should…
READ ARTICLECity of London Dentist Explains Dental Calculus
Dental calculus is another word for what most people might refer to as tartar. It’s a form of hardened dental plaque which results from the build-up of minerals from plaque and saliva on your teeth. To prevent plaque developing into tartar, it’s best to brush your teeth twice daily and…
READ ARTICLELooking for Gum Disease Treatment in London?
Gum disease, which is also called gingivitis, is a condition that affects the gums and can result in painful, swollen gums that hurt on contact. More severe cases could develop into what’s known as periodontitis, which affects both the tissue that connects your tooth to its socket, and the bone…
READ ARTICLEPreventing Gum Disease in Central London
Fighting your way through Gum Disease with Preventative Dentistry in Central London One of the best ways of fighting gum disease in central London is to recognize what causes it in the first place and prevent it from happening. Preventative dentistry is and art form at home and when you…
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