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The Effects Of Poor Dental Hygiene On Your Body

  Poor dental health has more of an effect on your general health than you may think! Oral Health is Overall Health Periodontal Disease  Bone deterioration around the teeth lead to loosening and eventual tooth loss. In the UK 1 in 17 of all adults have lost all of their teeth. Atherosclerosis  High levels of…

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Dont let toothache ruin your holiday

Don’t let toothache ruin your holiday! Check out our tips to help avoid that nagging feeling. Before you go; Make sure you’re up to date with your Dental Check-up  The key to avoid toothache spoiling your holiday, is prevention. If you have any outstanding issues such as a broken tooth, or a niggle your dentist can…

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Direct Access to a Hygienist

Do you want your teeth cleaned without seeing the dentist? Since 2013 the General Dental Council has permitted patients to access the services of dental hygienists. Previously, a dentist had to see a patient prior to prescribing hygiene treatment. This is no longer the case, meaning that if you want a “scale and polish” with…

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New term, new mouthguard

We have been extremely busy making sports mouthguards for children in the area. Wearing a sports mouthguard will provide some protection for teeth and jaws. Children need mouthguards adjusting or replacing as they grow , but adults will need mouthguards replacing less often. If you have any concerns about the fit of your mouthguard please…