Category: Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene prevents lifetime of dental problems says London dentists
Maintaining a good standard of oral hygiene is crucial in the war against tooth decay and gum disease. Just a few minutes of brushing and flossing each day could save you a lifetime of costly and painful dental treatment. When it comes to oral hygiene, prevention really is better than…
READ ARTICLEGood oral hygiene can save your life say London dentists
Nowhere is it more true that prevention is better than cure, than when it comes to dental health. Unlike the rest of the body where disease and illness can affect you regardless of your lifestyle, your dental health depends more or less entirely on your standards of oral hygiene. Whilst…
READ ARTICLELondon dentists recommend tongue cleaning to prevent bad breath
The mouth is generally a breeding ground for bacteria but it is the protein-rich areas of the tongue that are home to over 70 per cent of them. The grooves in the surface of the tongue provide the perfect conditions for bacteria to multiply rapidly and then be transported around…
READ ARTICLEDental hygienist fights tartar at London dentist
A visit to the dentist’s these days may also involve a visit to the dental hygienist, but what exactly does the hygienist do? The main role is to professionally clean the teeth for the patient. They do this by using techniques known as scaling and polishing. This is essentially removing…
READ ARTICLECity of London Dentist removes dental calculus to prevent gum disease
Dental calculus is more often referred to as tartar and is a hardened deposit of plaque found around the teeth and gums. Plaque is a filmy layer of bacteria that attacks tooth enamel and causes cavities and gum disease. Plaque can be kept at bay and removed by brushing teeth…
READ ARTICLELondon dentists can show you how to protect your teeth by flossing
Next to brushing, flossing is the most important method of maintaining healthy teeth and good oral hygiene. Millions of bacteria can live in the gaps between your teeth, especially on particles of food that are lodged there. Flossing is crucial in removing these particles that are breeding grounds for nasty…
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