Drinks that are high in sugar can be one of the main reasons behind the increase of tooth decay in our population. Sugary sweets, foods and drinks aid the bacteria/plaque that grows on the surfaces of our teeth. The plaque uses sugar as a substance that helps to speed up its growth. As plaque builds up it produces an acid which will corrode away the surfaces of your teeth, causing holes and cavities. It is quite common that as cavities appear you may start to feel sensitivity or pain as the nerve of the tooth becomes exposed due to the holes, or as debris ends up getting trapped in the cavities. Brushing your teeth and practicing a healthy oral hygiene routine is very important at breaking up the build up of plaque, reducing the chances of cavities appearing.
Why Keeping Your Teeth Clean Is Important
It is advised that every day you maintain a healthy oral hygiene routine which will help protect your teeth and reduce the chances of developing any complications, to ensure you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible. Every day you should be brushing your teeth at least twice a day (with a fluoride toothpaste) for a minimum of two minutes a brush. This will help to tackle the build up of bacteria and reduce the chance of infection.
The bacteria that can build up on your teeth is known as Plaque – if your teeth are not effectively brushed, then the plaque will coat your teeth and can build up overtime. This is can then lead on to tooth decay and in more severe cases, gum disease. Not only is regular brushing required, but the technique you used to brush your teeth is also very important, as you need to ensure you brush the entire surface of your teeth (backs & fronts).
What Are Dental Abscesses?
A dental abscess is a collection of fluid/pus that is caused by bacteria build up in the mouth, which eventually leads to an infection, causing gum irritation and pain.
One of the most common symptoms associated with this is a throbbing pain in the mouth – which can get progressively worse if left untreated.
Why Would I Need a Root Canal?
Root canals are a treatment that treats the centre of an infected tooth, in an attempt to save the tooth. Depending on how badly infected the tooth is, there will be a possibility that the tooth is unsaveable and we would need to discuss suitable gap management options at the free consultation so you are not left without a tooth.
How Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Teeth whitening is purely a cosmetic dental treatment that can be used to whiten and brighten your smile, improving the overall aesthetics of your teeth.
At our clinic we are able to offer a couple of different treatments that can give you the dream smile you are after:
What Is Periodontics?
Periodontics is the branch of dentistry that focuses on the treatment of periodontal disease, most commonly known as gum disease. Gum disease can be a serious condition that if left untreated, can cause your teeth to eventually start to fall out. The most common signs to look out for are bleeding & sore gums. If you brush too hard during your oral hygiene routine, you can sometimes cause accidental bleeding. If you do experience any bleeding, we do recommend you see your dentist so they can examine if it is gum disease. The earlier gum disease is spotted, the easier and less costly it will be to treat.