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Check up at central London dentist prevents the pain of tooth decay
Tooth decay is the process by which teeth are broken down by a substance called plaque and are exposed to pain and infection. Tooth decay is caused by a number of factors but can be prevented fairly easily with improved oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist. The first…
READ ARTICLEBreak link between gum disease and plaque at City of London dentist
It’s a little known fact but gum disease is responsible for more lost teeth than tooth decay, yet so little focus is put on keeping our gums clean when compared to our teeth. Both varieties of gum disease, the milder gingivitis and the more serious periodontitis, are caused by a…
READ ARTICLEPrevent dental cavities with check up at Central London dentist
Dental cavities, also known as dental caries, are caused by a bacteria-rich substance called plaque. Most of us know the name plaque from dental adverts for toothpaste and dental floss but few people actually know what it does. Plaque is a filmy substance that is very sticky. It is made…
READ ARTICLESucrose Substitutes: A London Dentist Gives Advise
Your London dentist can help you pick the best sugar substitute. The polyol class of sugar substitutes contain the smallest amount of acidity. These include xylitol, sorbitol, and mannitol. Xylitol is a polyol that has the same sweet taste as sugar, but is not fermentable by the bacteria that causes…
READ ARTICLELondon preschoolers are taught dental hygiene!
• Start brushing your child’s teeth as soon as the first one comes out! This accustoms your child to brushing and teaches him how valuable the method is to maintain healthy teeth. • Start using fluoridated toothpaste only after the age of 2 to protect your toddler’s teeth unless your…
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