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Get Special Mouth washes From Your London Dentist
Even though you may feel reasonably comfortable with over the counter mouth washes, your London dentist may have some formulas that will work better for your unique oral condition. For example, if you are struggling to combat halitosis or gingivitis, you may need a mouth wash that has antibacterial properties….
READ ARTICLEA London Dentist Can Get Rid of Dental Calculus
When you have dental calculus, or tartar, it can create a very unsightly image. At the same time, the rough surface can abrade your tongue. Fortunately, your London dentist can easily get rid of tartar, as well as show you how to reduce the amount that comes back. Typically, routine…
READ ARTICLEYou Can Get Scale and Polish Cleanings at Your London Dentist
As you may be aware, scale and polish cleanings are designed to remove tartar and plaque from your teeth. Unfortunately, no matter how much you brush and floss your teeth, you may wind up with some tartar buildup from time to time. Therefore, it is very important to have your…
READ ARTICLEGet Fluorosis Treatment and Advice from Your Central London Dentist
Dental fluorosis is the result of a high consumption of fluorides during tooth development. This occurs in some areas of the world where the fluoride levels in the soil and drinking water are very high. The result is teeth that are hypomineralized, porous, brittle, and hypocalcified. In some cases, these…
READ ARTICLEBleeding Gums? Contact a London Based Dentist
Gum disease is very common in London. It is usually caused by bacteria, plaque, and inflammatory proteins. However, bleeding gums can be initiated by oral bacteria and further influenced by systemic diseases. Diabetes, steroid use, and numerous lifestyle factors, such as smoking, drinking alcohol, and stress, have been known to…
READ ARTICLEDental Sealants at the City of London Dental Clinic
When you bring your child or adolescent to the City of London Dental Clinic, your dentist will speak to you about tooth sealants. These are placed on the biting surfaces of your child’s and adolescent’s molars and premolars. Tooth sealants are white or clear plastic coatings that are placed on…
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