News about Hygiene
Promoting Gum Health Day for beautiful smiles.
May 12th is Gum Health Day, and is promoted by the EFP (the European Federation of Periodontology). This year the slogan is “Healthy gums, beautiful smile!” The aim of promoting gum health is good for general health as well as helping us to keep a beautiful, natural smile. Answers to your frequently asked questions about…
Read more »How can I spring-clean my teeth?
There’s nothing like a great smile to lift our spirits. Now is a great time to freshen up our smile with spring-clean teeth! My teeth used to look much brighter? When we look in the mirror, it may seem that our smile has faded. Our teeth have lost their gleam, and have a tired, worn…
Read more »Take care! 6 tips to preserve aging teeth.
How does aging affect our teeth? There’s no doubt that aging affects our bodies. And our teeth and mouth are no exception. But, just as we can take care of our body through regular exercise and eating well, there’s plenty we can do to look after our teeth and mouth as we get older. Here…
Read more »I think I’ve got an abscess in my mouth! What do I do now?
Have you woken up to throbbing pain and a swollen face? Or have you got a raised lump on your gum that hurts. Perhaps you feel like you’ve got a temperature too? Chances are it’s happened on a day which is important too. Perhaps you’ve got a job interview, a date this evening, or you’re…
Read more »What’s fluoride varnish? And why do children need it?
Featuring expert advice from dental surgeon Lucy Smith, to help protect your children’s teeth. We all want our children to have the best – and that includes wanting them to have the healthiest teeth possible. Taking good care of children’s teeth from when they’re very small helps them to have stronger teeth as adults. Which…
Read more »My tooth aches. I’m in pain. What do I do?
Up until now it was easy to ignore that dull ache. But not anymore. Now your tooth aches so much you can’t think straight. In fact, now the whole of your head is screaming at you. Tooth pain is the worst. We can all ignore mild toothache. Even though we know it isn’t a good…
Read more »Protect your child’s teeth with a visit to an NHS dentist.
Public Health England campaigns to help us protect children’s teeth. Dental cavities are the number 1 reason why young children are admitted to hospital. Though dental care is important whatever our age, it’s particularly important for young children. Here’s four good reasons why. Before a child’s first tooth appears, wipe down the gums with a…
Read more »5 best dental habits to develop during 2019
Wishing you all the best for 2019! Resolutions are only made to be broken. Every new year article will tell us pretty much that. It’s sustainability that really makes a difference. So the best thing to do, is to decide which life-style changes we can make, work on and improve, then keep up throughout the…
Read more »Is an electric or manual toothbrush better for my teeth?
Are you still shopping for last minute gifts? If you’re wondering whether an electric toothbrush would make a good present, or whether to just slip a manual toothbrush into a stocking, read on. Electric toothbrushes are more popular than ever, but they can be expensive, and do they really clean our teeth better than manual…
Read more »My breath smells bad! What do I do?
Out and about, hoping to impress, we certainly don’t want the person we’re talking to feeling uncomfortable. Or, even worse, turn away. So a question we need to ask ourselves before we step through our front door is, “Does my breath smell bad?” If the answer’s “yes”, then now’s the time to do something about…
Read more »Why are my gums bleeding? What do I do?
Do you notice your gums bleeding? Are you spitting out some blood when you brush? Or do your gums bleed when you bite into something? You’re not alone. 8 out of 10 people over 35 have gum problems. Bleeding gums are definitely not healthy, however. So, even if you’re anxious about going to the dentist,…
Read more »Out and about teaching children how to brush better.
Our talented duo and are out in the community again. They’re on a mission to teach children how to brush teeth better. And they’re not alone. Henry the Helpful Brushasorous goes with them too, and keeps everyone smiling. Helping children to brush better It’s so important for children to learn how to look after…
Read more »Deciduous vs Permanent Teeth
Want to know a few facts about our adult teeth? Did you know that we have 32 permanent teeth… and they all have names? Also, talking about teeth with children helps them to understand why it’s important to brush well, and take care of their teeth. After all, we want to have our teeth for…
Read more »Let your dentist plan your wedding smile!
Come and meet the SpaDental Plymouth team to plan your wedding smile. We’ll be at the St Mellion Resort Wedding Show on Sunday 21 October, 2018, from 11:00 until 15:00. What’s a dentist doing at a wedding show? There’s going to be lots going on at the Wedding Show. You’ll be able to find answers…
Read more »Never too late to stop smoking.
During October, Public Health England encourages people to give up cigarettes. Perhaps you only started smoking recently. Or perhaps you’ve been smoking for years. The benefits of giving up, though, mean that whenever you started right now is a good time to try to stop smoking. Ways to stop smoking. Some people like to talk…
Read more »Fresh breath clinches deals – it’s a fact.
Whether it’s a “Yes” to a second date, or a “Yes” to a huge business deal, it’s more likely to happen for you if you have good oral hygiene. It’s true. Fresh breath clinches deals. Having a great oral hygiene routine really can turn you into a winner. A healthy smile helps the wearer appear:…
Read more »84 shopping days to go! Give the gift of great teeth!
At this time of the year, we start combing our minds and online shopping sites for great gifts. As from today, we only have 84 days to make all those decisions. The gift of great teeth could be your solution! One of the problems (I know!) of a large family, is that it can be…
Read more »Protect tooth enamel – 10 tips.
Protect tooth enamel from the grind of everyday life. The gradual wearing away of our teeth throughout our lives is a reality. Follow ten simple tips to have better teeth forever! If we think of our teeth as cliffs, standing up to the relentless beat of waves, we can understand that the harder they are,…
Read more »Sober October? Good decision!
We’ve got a week to decide whether to do it or not. Soon it’ll be Sober October and cutting out alcohol could be the best decision you’ve ever made. GOSOBER! Sober October is good for others. The Go Sober in October campaign is run by Macmillan Cancer Support. Sign up to take part. It helps…
Read more »Are you ready? Tooth tips for bank holiday preparation.
Every bank holiday the roads are busy with people heading off for a long weekend. Here’s a few suggestions for bank holiday preparation that we hope will help your break run smoothly, and also keep your teeth and mouth in good shape. What do I need to take on a long car journey? Although the…
Read more »Elephant teeth facts for World Elephant Day.
The aim of World Elephant Day is to get people talking. The organisers’ aim is “Bringing the world together to help elephants”. We can help our children to remember World Elephant Day too. During toothbrushing time, here are some amazing elephant teeth facts to share. Set the timer for two minutes of toothbrushing then, while…
Read more »Get summer holiday teeth to sparkle! Book a hygiene appointment today.
Are you off on holiday soon? Are you wondering how to look your best on the beach? Or perhaps you’ve got a bit of sensitivity that you’re worried may get worse? If so, it’s a good idea to make an appointment with your therapist or hygienist before you go away. We can help you feel…
Read more »Can hot weather hurt teeth? Some survival tips.
The heatwave has been in the news a lot lately, with a flurry of media tips about how to manage life when it’s so hot. We know that high temperatures can be damaging, even deadly. We’ve seen the tragedy in Greece, and suffering in Japan. We’ve read articles about using sun-screen and when to exercise…
Read more »Dental care tips for babies and children.
Caring for our children’s teeth when they’re young makes an enormous difference to their dental health as adults. It will even impact on their long-term general health too. To help you follow a great oral hygiene routine at home, here are a few dental care tips for babies and children. , our SpaDental Whitchurch oral…
Read more »What’s the best drink for healthy teeth?
Feeling the summer heat? Need a little something to rehydrate? What is the best thing to drink for healthy teeth? Let’s look at what causes unhealthy teeth first. We’ve heard a lot about sugar in drinks, and the sugar tax. But it’s also important to think about the acid-alkaline balance in what we drink too….
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