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What Can You Do To Prevent Bad Breath?

Bad breath or halitosis is embarrassing. If your bad breath is down to eating certain foods then you will need to wait until these have been eliminated from your body, although mouthwash will help temporarily mask the odour. Good dental care can prevent more persistent bad breath. Book Regular Dental Check-Ups Untreated dental diseases can…

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Five Things That Will Help You Improve Your Oral Health at Home

Your dental care regime doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive and we have identified five quick tips that can help improve it with minimal fuss. Replace your toothbrush every two or three months. Toothbrushes cannot do their job properly if they are worn. Brush a minimum of twice a day, preferably first thing in…

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Why Dental Implants are a Great Option for You

Have you been considering dental implants to replace missing teeth? Integrated Dental Care thinks implants can be a great choice and here is why: Dental implants preserve your jawbone. We feel this is one of the top reasons for choosing dental implants. An implant consists of a titanium post that is inserted into your jawbone…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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?