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How to Give Your Mouth Its Healthiest Winter Yet!

Monday, November 14th, 2016

Winter is here and it’s time to start taking care of yourself. Nobody wants to spend the holidays nursing injuries or miss out on the festivities because of toothache. This winter, why not make an extra effort to keep those teeth and gums healthy? Here are some top tips to help you keep dental woes at bay.

Oral hygiene tips

Good oral hygiene decreases your risk of developing dental diseases dramatically. Take care to set aside at least two minutes every morning and evening to brush your teeth. If you struggle with timing, set a timer on your phone or watch. When you’re brushing, be gentle. If you brush too firmly, you can damage your enamel. Floss daily to remove any food debris and bacteria you may have missed with your brush. We recommend using fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride helps to strengthen your enamel and protect you from cavities.

Dental checks

If you haven’t been to the dentist for a while, now is the time to call up and make an appointment before Christmas. Nobody wants to miss out on opening presents or eating a turkey dinner because they’ve got troublesome teeth. Check-ups only take a few minutes, but they’re so important. When you have a routine check, your dentist will look for any potential warning signs of dental problems, including oral cancer. You won’t feel any pain, and regular checks will reduce your risk of needing intensive treatment dramatically.

Eating habits

Winter is a time we tend to indulge, especially over the festive period. It’s good to treat yourself from time to time, but spare a thought for your teeth and gums. Always wait an hour after eating to brush your teeth, and avoid eating between meals. If you fancy a mince pie on Christmas Eve, have it straight after a meal. Use a straw when you’re drinking, and try and opt for sugar-free drinks.

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The Relationship Between Oral Health and Weight Loss

Wednesday, June 8th, 2016

It may seem odd to link oral health and weight loss, but many of the foods that contribute to weight gain also increase the risk of oral health problems. Choosing to lose weight can therefore also improve your oral health as well as your general health.

Eating and oral health

Your body relies on the foods you eat to get all the nutrients it needs to function properly. Some foods are much more beneficial than others, while eating certain foods on a regular basis can increase the risk of health complications. Foods that are high in sugar increase the risk of oral health diseases, including tooth decay and gum disease, because they cause bacteria in the mouth to produce harmful plaque acids that assault the defensive enamel exterior of the teeth. Once the enamel is damaged, it cannot be regenerated and so the tooth is left susceptible to damage and decay.

Eating a lot of sugary foods also increases the chance of weight gain, as these foods are often high in calories and if you take in more calories than you use, this leads to weight gain. Foods that are high in sugar include cakes, biscuits, sweets and chocolate. Studies have also shown that poor oral health is linked to an increased risk of serious health problems, including heart disease and strokes, both of which are also associated with obesity.

Losing weight

Losing weight is notoriously difficult, but it can be done and the winning formula is very simple. In the vast majority of cases, eating fewer calories and increasing the sum of exercise you do will help you to lose weight. Healthy eating is very important as a good, balanced diet will provide your body with all the vitamins and minerals it needs. A good diet should include foods from all the major food groups, including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, fruits and vegetables. The bulk of your diet should be made up from complex carbohydrates such as potatoes, cereals, bread, rice, pasta, fruit and vegetables.

Most people enjoy a sweet treat now and again but it is important to keep an eye on the amount of sugar you consume, as taking in large amounts of sugar will damage your teeth and increase the risk of developing serious illnesses such as diabetes.

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The Importance of Keeping Your Teeth Healthy and Clean

Tuesday, May 24th, 2016

Brushing your teeth helps to keep your smile looking healthy and bright, but there is so much more to teeth cleaning than this, and research has revealed that looking after your gums and teeth is more important than ever before.

Gum disease and general health

Studies have shown that oral health has a connection with general health and researchers have discovered that oral health issues, especially gum disease, can increase the risk of serious medical conditions. In studies conducted in the UK and America, researchers have found that poor oral health can increase the risk of strokes, heart disease, diabetes and even Alzheimer’s disease.

Gum disease has also been linked to an increased risk of complications during pregnancy and premature birth.

The importance of oral hygiene for good oral health

The best way to keep oral health problems at bay is to adopt a good daily oral hygiene regime. Regular brushing removes food debris and bacteria from the teeth, preventing the formation of plaque. Plaque is a sticky film that adheres to the tooth surfaces and the gum line, increasing the risk of gum disease and dental decay.

Good oral hygiene also helps to keep bad breath at bay and ensures that your teeth feel smooth and look white and healthy.

Preventing oral health problems

It’s really easy to maintain good oral health and you only need to dedicate 5 minutes per day to your oral health routine to notice the benefits. Brushing twice a day and flossing helps to rid the mouth of potentially harmful bacteria, thus reducing the risk of gum disease, decay, bad breath and discolouration.

Watching what you eat can also make a huge difference to oral health. Foods that contain sugar and acidic foods and drinks are bad news for your teeth because they can cause enamel wear. This is because the bacteria in your mouth feed on sugars and this causes them to release acids that attack the enamel outer layer of the teeth.

Another great way to reduce the risk of oral health issues and boost the appearance of your smile is to see your dentist for regular routine check-ups. Seeing a dental hygienist is also really beneficial, especially if you are prone to plaque or tartar build-up, you have a high risk of gum disease or you suffer from bad breath.

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How to Make Brushing Fun for Your Children

Wednesday, May 18th, 2016

It is quite an exciting time for both children and parents when kids start to learn how to take on more responsibilities. Starting off with their first steps and words, then onto potty training and later learning about general and dental hygiene, a child can progress quickly and thoroughly if they have a good teacher.

It doesn’t have to be a chore!

A general rule of thumb is to brush your children’s teeth until they are seven years of age and then show them how to do it themselves. There are many ways to make something as mundane as brushing teeth entertaining for your children. The best way to teach them how to take care of themselves is by making the chore fun!

Another approach to encouraging your children to brush their teeth correctly is to create a positive environment. When you show enthusiasm, your child will follow suit, so why not entertain while you brush, by tap dancing, singing, or making jokes? You could also find a radio or CD player that plays their favourite music, as a reward for brushing their teeth.

Enhance their enjoyment of teeth brushing, by turning it into a number game, counting up to ten for each part of the mouth they clean. This will also allow them to know when the tooth brushing will end and thus they won’t become as restless and fidgety, wondering when the chore of tooth brushing will be over.

The key to teaching your children great hygiene practices is to make it fun. You can make your own technique, tweak it to their personality and observe the results!

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Awesome Oral Hygiene Tips

Friday, May 6th, 2016

Oral hygiene should be practiced daily to keep the mouth clean and fresh. At Liverpool Dental Spa we make it a priority to teach patients the importance of oral hygiene and how to improve their oral health. We recommend regular dental check-ups and teeth cleaning with our dental hygienist as needed.

Remove food debris and plaque

Daily oral hygiene such as teeth brushing and flossing after meals is necessary to remove trapped foods debris and plaque from around the teeth and gums. When food debris is left in the mouth it causes sticky plaque to form that hardens causing dental tartar and bacterial growth that erodes teeth and inflames the gums. For a clean mouth and fresh breath, the teeth, gums and tongue should be cleaned daily after meals, before sleep and on awaking.

Prevent tooth decay and gum disease

Tooth decay and gum disease arises when oral hygiene is poor. There is then greater risk of dental damage and tooth loss. Irritated gums become inflamed and this is known as gingivitis, the start of gum disease. As teeth become damaged by tooth decay, cavities form and infection or dental abscess may set in. Dentists may have to perform root canal treatment to save the tooth and to restore it with a dental restoration such as a crown. Most commonly, people have cavities filled with white fillings made of porcelain or dental composite.

Care for dental restorations and prosthesis

At Liverpool Dental Spa, we recommend that those receiving orthodontic treatment with a modern or invisible braces system will need to follow the guidance of our dentists in properly cleansing their oral devices. Dentures need to be gently brushed then soaked in a denture solution or warm water overnight. Caring for dental restorations and prosthesis should form part of the daily oral hygiene regimen.

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Brushing, Flossing and Mouthwashing for Beautiful Smiles

Thursday, April 28th, 2016

Oral hygiene is incredibly important. Over the course of the day, as we eat and drink, tiny particles of food will become stuck in our teeth and between the gaps in our teeth. If these particles are not cleaned, they will begin to rot and decay, leading to bad breath and then to bacteria in the mouth. This can lead to a build-up of plaque, a sticky substance that coats the outside surfaces of teeth, and eventually tartar, which discolours teeth. The ultimate consequences of bad oral hygiene are gum disease and tooth decay, which are unsightly, painful and can lead to tooth loss, affecting speech function and the ability to eat as normal.

Brushing and mouthwash

Brushing your teeth regularly is essential. Fluoride toothpaste should be used, as fluoride helps to strengthen teeth by binding with the enamel. Brush thoroughly, being sure to cover all tooth surfaces – front, back and the biting/chewing surface – but do not brush too vigorously as this can damage sensitive parts of the mouth. In addition, use an antiseptic mouthwash. As this liquid is swilled round the whole mouth, it works in addition to brushing, to reach parts that a brush cannot. Mouthwash like this helps to remove the bacteria that causes plaque.

Flossing

Flossing also helps to remove debris and bacteria that can ultimately lead to plaque or tooth decay. Flossing is important in addition to brushing as it cleans the gaps between teeth, where a brush cannot reach and so food is liable to get stuck here. Use a length of floss held between fingers of each hand, and gently curve it around each tooth, moving it from side to side to clean, down to the gum line. Be sure to cover both sides of each tooth, top and bottom. Brushing, flossing and mouthwash should be used daily, preferably in that order, to ensure your teeth are kept as healthy as possible.

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What Does a Healthy Oral Hygiene Routine Look Like?

Saturday, April 16th, 2016

A healthy oral hygiene routine may differ for each person depending on when oral cleaning is done and the type of tools used for cleaning the teeth, gums and tongue. Some people wear dentures and these may require special care, as may orthodontic devices such as modern braces systems.

A good oral hygiene routine involves time set aside for proper cleaning of all oral parts. The routine time should include daily home cleaning and periodic professional oral cleaning with a dental hygienist.

A dental hygienist cleans scales and polishes the teeth using the latest technologies to reach where toothbrushes cannot. Regular six-monthly dental check-ups screens for tooth decay and gum disease so that the right treatment may be provided.

A healthy home oral hygiene routine comprises:

Teeth and tongue brushing

Gum and palate cleansing

Teeth flossing

Cleaning of dental devices

Brushing teeth according to dentist-recommended technique is important to avoid erosion of dental enamel and to remove all food debris and plaque from attaching around the tooth surface and gum line. Using fluoride-containing toothpaste and an antibacterial mouth rinse ensures that infection-causing bacteria are eliminated.

Part of healthy oral hygiene practice is to use a tongue scraper or brush for removing residue left by food, medication or smoking from the tongue surface. Cleaning the teeth alone is not sufficient as bacteria may colonise on the tongue, causing oral infection. Similarly, brushing the palate and massaging the gums helps to keep them clean and improve circulation.

Teeth should be brushed and flossed after every meal and before sleep. Gentle flossing around tooth restorations such as bridges and crowns maintains their quality. Dentures should be removed and soaked in cleansing solution over night. Depending on the type of orthodontic device, the team at Liverpool Dental Spa will provide advice for cleaning and care.

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Bring on the Brushing!

Monday, April 4th, 2016

Prevention is better than cure and the first line of defense you have against tooth decay is brushing, which is why it’s important to brush twice a day for two minutes each time.

Why is brushing so important?

Brushing removes plaque from the mouth. If plaque is left to its own devices, it can and eventually will instigate gum disease and tooth decay.

How is tooth decay caused?

Plaque is ever present in the mouth and it feeds on sugary and starchy foods, turning them into harmful plaque acids. These acids will gradually wear away the enamel of your tooth and, if allowed to wear enough away, will eventually produce cavities which the bacteria will invade. Once the inner pulp of the tooth gets infected, this can lead to you requiring root canal surgery or tooth extraction.

When to brush

Now is probably a good time to mention that you can inadvertently help plaque by brushing at the wrong time. It is advisable that you wait an hour after eating before you brush your teeth. The acid in many foods and drinks can soften tooth enamel, which means that if you brush just after partaking of these substances, then you are actually wearing down your own tooth enamel!

What about gum disease?

If plaque is allowed to collect in your mouth, it might well start hardening into tartar. Tartar is much trickier to get rid of than plaque is. If tartar forms along your gum line, then the plaque beneath can start to release toxins which will cause a swelling of the gums and can leave your mouth a little sore. Your gums can then start to shift away from your teeth, leaving pockets which risk becoming infected.

So…?

Brush! That’s the gist of it. When brushing, make sure to brush all over (including the corners of your mouth). Make sure to brush each tooth individually and try to keep the brush angled so that is also brushes the gum line. For more information on oral hygiene please contact the team at Liverpool Dental Spa.

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Visit Your Dentist Regularly to Maintain Excellent Oral Hygiene

Monday, March 28th, 2016

Get advice on oral hygiene issue from Liverpool dentists

Having a healthy mouth has many benefits. The ability to eat, drink and talk without discomfort is something that many of us take for granted but can easily be compromised if oral hygiene is allowed to slip. Oral hygiene is not just about looking after your teeth. Your gums need to be taken care of too, especially as gum disease is actually a greater cause of tooth loss than dental decay itself. Thankfully there are a number of simple ways in which you can ensure good oral hygiene.

The most important thing to do to make sure that your teeth are in good health is to guard against the build up of plaque. Plaque is a substance that forms on the teeth after sugary and starchy foods have been eaten. It attacks the enamel (the durable coating of teeth). Once compromised then cavities can form and you will experience sensitivity when you eat and drink.

Being sure to brush and floss at least twice a day is the most straightforward way to ensure this isn’t happening but it is important to pursue a healthy and balanced diet too. Brushing and flossing regularly should also take care of your gums but it is worth being vigilant for signs of the gum diseases which affect so many people in Britain. Red spots on the gums or sensitivity while eating or drinking substances which are especially hot or cold can be signs that gum disease is taking hold.

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Stop Plaque-Build Up with a Regular Oral Hygiene Routine

Wednesday, November 18th, 2015

Maintaining good overall hygiene means keeping your mouth healthy. You will need to take care that teeth are kept clean and that bits of food do not collect in them, that you do not regularly have bad breath, and that your gums are not bleeding as you floss or brush.

Good oral hygiene

If you do suffer from any of these things, there could be a dental problem that requires treatment. You should visit your dentist as soon as possible so that any issues can be identified. The dentist can also advise you on any techniques that will be useful in keeping good oral hygiene, as well as identifying any particular parts of the mouth that you need to focus on.

Preventing the build-up of plaque by looking after your teeth and gums is vital for your well-being and having healthy teeth enables you to speak and eat well as well as helping you feel and look good.

Flossing and brushing

The best way to stop dental problems resulting from plaque is to take daily measures to stop it forming. Flossing and brushing on a daily basis will prevent you needing treatments for serious conditions that have developed.

As well as regular check-ups with your dentist, the simple measures you can take to prevent the development of problems such as gum disease and tooth decay include the following:

Brushing teeth properly twice every day and flossing on a daily basis

Avoid snacking between meals and try to ensure your diet is balanced

Use toothpaste and other dental products containing fluoride

If it is approved by your dentist, use a fluoride mouthwash to rinse your mouth

For more information please contact the team at Liverpool Implants and Aesthetics Dental Spa.

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