Beyond Tooth Decay – Why Good Dental Hygiene is Important
Good dental hygiene helps prevent tooth decay, but there are numerous other reasons why it is important. Maintaining a good oral hygiene regime will help reduce your risk of gum disease as this can be far more destructive than tooth decay. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that is incredibly common. It is often due…
Time to Straighten Up – Why Get Braces?
If you have put up with crooked teeth for years, you might have toyed with the idea of orthodontics. The good news is it’s never too late to reap the benefits of a straighter smile and today’s modern braces aren’t just for teenagers. So what are some of the top reasons for wearing braces? Improved…
South-western Three-Bean and Barley Soup
This low-fat, heart healthy recipe provides nearly half your daily Vitamin A and it tastes great. Ingredients 1tbs extra-virgin olive oil 1 large sliced onion 1 large diced carrot 1 large diced celery stalk ½ cup pearl barley 1/3 cup dried kidney beans 1/3 cup dried black beans 1/3 cup great northern beans 4 cups…
Five Reasons to Book Your Family in for a Check-Up Now
Has it been a while since your family’s last dental visit? Here is why you should make that booking right now. Regular check-ups save you money in the longer term. The sooner we pick up any problems, the more cheaply they can be treated. Your family’s natural teeth will last longer. Mending chipped teeth or…
Four Handy Dental First Aid Tips
Dental accidents can happen, often at the most inconvenient times. Knowing what to do can help reduce stress levels until you can get to our dental practice. Toothache can sometimes be caused by food trapped in between your teeth, dislodging a tooth slightly and causing pain. Try very gently brushing and flossing the tooth to…
Are You Increasing Your Risk of Tooth Decay?
You brush twice a day and floss once-a-day and regularly visit your dentist, so you must be doing everything possible to lower your risk of tooth decay, or are you? Good preventative dental care is only part of the equation as your diet does matter. While most people are well aware that eating lots of…
Grilled Spring Onions and Zucchini with Hazelnuts and Baby Spinach
If you think vegetables taste bland then this recipe is for you. Grilling is a great way to enhance the flavour of something, turning it into a tasty dish. Customise this dish with the addition of goat cheese or maybe some feta.
The Power Of A Smile
What is a Smile? A smile is an amazing thing and begins as an emotional reaction to a situation which registers in a particular part of your brain. Next, the brain tells your facial muscles to move and in particular the muscles in the cheeks which will pull the corners of your lips upwards and…
Are Everyday Habits Damaging Your Teeth?
You brush at least twice a day and floss once-a-day (we hope!) and probably feel you do a pretty good job of looking after your teeth. But what about those everyday habits that are all too easy to overlook and which could be ruining all your good work?
What Is My Tongue Telling Me?
Have you taken a good look at your tongue lately? In fact it can tell you quite a bit about your overall health and although most problems are not serious, they can occasionally indicate vitamin deficiencies, or may even be a precursor to oral cancer, so it’s worth being aware of any changes.
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