When you require the services of dentists there are often two routes that can be accessed – either through the National Health Service or privately. We at Ascent Dental Care Tamworth offer a private dental service. Many patients can find it difficult and can become confused as to what the differences between the two actually are. In our latest posting we take a closer look at this.
Root canal treatment
In our latest posting looking at dental procedures, we consider root canal treatment – assessing what this actually is and who may benefit from it.
The importance of flossing
Many would believe that brushing our teeth twice a day and visiting the dentist every 6 months is a sound routine for good oral health. However did you realise that there are extra things you could and should be doing to enhance your teeth cleaning experience even further? Flossing is one such example of this and something which gets overlooked by lots of people. In this article we take a closer look at flossing and what the benefits of it are.
Tooth recontouring
Tooth recontouring – a cosmetic procedure, is becoming more popular for a lot of people. What actually is it though and how does it help? Read our latest article to find out more.
Oral cancer – a dentist’s perspective
Like all forms of cancer, mouth cancer can be a very serious condition which if left untreated can cause complications and even be fatal. Unlike some other forms of cancer, mouth cancer can be spotted routinely as part of your regular check-up and examination at the dentist. Above all other reasons this is why it is extra important that you do visit your dentist regularly as an examination is not just about your teeth.
Wisdom Teeth 2 – Removal
In our first posting in this two part series on wisdom teeth, we considered what these were and some interesting facts relating to them. It is true that most peoples concern around wisdom teeth arises when problems and removal are needed, so we will now take this second posting to look at that in greater detail.