Delicious treats might have been an important part of the Christmas fun for you before getting braces. However, there are some Christmas snacks that could damage your braces resulting in costly repairs. In this post, we’ll look at foods to avoid to if you have braces, as well as Christmas foods you can safely enjoy.
As you know, brushing is important because it helps remove plaque and bacteria that continually form on teeth and around the gumline. If not removed regularly, plaque can lead to cavities, tooth decay, and even periodontal disease. We all know we need to brush our teeth. We learn how to do it as children and
We all know that flossing is an important part of looking after our teeth and gums. It helps us avoid gingivitis and cavities between our teeth. However, it can be very difficult to stick to flossing as part of our routine when life gets busy. In this post, we’ll tell you how you can make flossing
You may wonder: When is it best to start brushing your baby’s teeth with toothpaste? Your instincts are right to start dental care as soon as your baby has teeth. This will help establish healthy routines for your child’s dental care early on but it is important to start gently. In this post, we’ll go
So you have braces! Congratulations – you’re on your way to straighter teeth and a better smile. But keeping your teeth clean when you have braces can feel like a challenge at first. In this post, we’ll go through some of the things to consider. Brushing Brushing with braces poses a unique challenge. Braces can
In more recent years, choosing a toothbrush has become a bit of a minefield. With so much choice available, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed! But don’t worry. To help you decide which is the best toothbrush for you, we’ve come up with this simple guide. Read on! Manual or Electric? The first choice to make
Everyone has bad breath at some point. The good news is that it can be fixed. Read on to find out what could be causing your bad breath and take the first step towards getting rid of it! Causes of bad breath The first step to curing bad breath is to figure out what’s causing
Dry mouth is a common problem in the UK. It’s rarely anything serious, but it can increase your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. This blog post will discuss dry mouth and its symptoms, causes, and treatment. What is dry mouth? Dry mouth (also known as ‘xerostomia’) is a condition where the salivary gland
Pregnancy affects all of your body, including your teeth. Pregnancy can make it more likely that you’ll get gum disease or tooth decay. Keep reading to find out the dental problems women often get during pregnancy and how to avoid them. Dental problems you might experience during pregnancy Pregnancy can cause a lot of changes
It’s important to take care of your teeth. If you look after your teeth, they can last a lifetime. But if you don’t, then a dentist might be fitting you for dentures at some point in the not-too-distant future. In this month’s post, we’ll give you ten tips on how to take care of your
