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Start 2012 With a Healthy Smile

With  the New Year now upon us many of us have thought about making New Year’s Resolutions and what better one to make than having regular dental visits and maintaining a healthy mouth.

Many of us forget that maintaining healthy gums is as important as preventing tooth decay. Our gums are the foundations of our teeth and contain the tiny fibres that hold our teeth in place. If our gums become diseased then this can often result in tooth loss.

Plaque is the main cause of gum disease. The bacteria in the plaque causes an initial infection in the gum which, if left, will start to cause the breakdown of the fibres that support our teeth. If this process continues the levels of bone around the teeth will reduce and the teeth will be unsupported and become mobile.

The plaque bacteria doesn’t just effect our mouths though. Reasearch has shown that there is a link between patients with gum disease also having conditions such as diabetes or heart disease and in women causing miscarriages and low birth weight babies. Factors such as smoking, stress and illness, including the common cold, can increase susceptibilty to the bacteria.

At White we routinely carry out a full gum screening and at every routine appointment. Bleeding gums is an initial sign of gum disease so if you notice any bleeding whilst brushing or flossing then have your gums checked by a dentist.

So please, if you have any concerns do book an appointment with a dentist to ensure that you start 2012 with a lovely healthy smile.

January 5, 2012 at 2:12 pm | Dental Therapist, Gum Treatment, gum disease, infection | No comment

Two Minutes Twice a day

National Smile Month 2011

Two Minutes, Twice a day

Not only does 

brushing your teeth correctly keep smiles looking great, it can also help in the fight against serious conditions like heart disease, strokes and diabetes. 

A good brushing routine will not only help fight problems like tooth decay, bad breath and stained teeth it will also reduce the chances of developing gum disease – which has been linked to heart disease, heart attacks, strokes, diabetes and low birth weight babies.

Clinical research shows that, on average, people only brush for about  forty five seconds which is simply not enough to combat gum disease and tooth decay.

So go on, please brush for two minutes twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. floss daily, cut down on sugary foods and drinks and visit your dentist on a regular basis.

May 6, 2011 at 2:45 pm | Gum Treatment, Smile, beautiful smile, diabetes, gum disease, medical conditions, strokes, systemic illnesses, tooth brushing | No comment

What is a Dental Implant?

What is a dental implant?

Dental Implants are a great way to replace missing teeth. They look and feel just like the originals. Not only are they used to help people who wish to improve the appearance of their teeth they also help people who have problems with tooth functionality. Recently a man came to White for a free consultation. He had lost the majority of his teeth through gum disease. He rarely smiled but more importantly he could not eat every day foods without pain and some foods he could not eat at all.  After having implants placed he is a changed man. He smiles with confidence and is now able to eat any food he chooses, even an apple.

So what are dental implants? An implant is a small titanium screw that is inserted into the jawbone to replace the root of missing tooth or teeth.  A crown is put onto the implant. There are many advantages to having implants. Unlike dentures there is no slippage or movement plus there is no need to touch any of the surrounding teeth to secure the implant into the mouth unlike bridgework or partial dentures. Also dental implants will help to maintain the shape and structure of the jawbone because when teeth are missing the bone begins to shrink.  They are durable, strong and look great.

February 1, 2011 at 5:50 pm | Confidence, Cosmetic, Cosmetic dentistry, Dental crowns, Dental implants, Gum Treatment, Smile, free consultation | No comment

Nervous North Baddesley lady regains confindence, receives gum treatment and new smile.

We recenlty received an email from a very nervous patient from North Baddesley explaining how self conscious she is about her smile and also the bad experiences she has had in the past. A reply was sent explaining how our team at White could help to rebuild her confidence and improve her smile. When she replied she explained how upsetting it was for her to write the initial email and how comforted she felt knowing we could help her, she also said “you sound too good to be true” but she was keen to meet us. We called her to discuss booking an appointment and after spending time on the phone with one of our friendly team members she felt ready to book a New Patient Consultation. We have started to re build her confidence and help her to overcome her fear of visiting the dentist.  After visiting White for the first time she felt relieved to have taken the first step and was very proud of herself. She was worried that she would need a lot of treatment but there wasn’t as much as she thought. She had some advanced gum problems and our therapist is working with her to help improve her gum health. We will then create a treatment plan for her which will include different cosmetic options of ways we can help her to smile again.

At White our friendly team are very experienced in dealing with nervous patients and are constantly helping patients to smile again.

October 7, 2009 at 4:06 pm | Confidence, Cosmetic dentistry, Dental Therapist, Gum Treatment, Nervous Patient's, Smile, Uncategorized | No comment

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