News about Hygiene
Why does my hygienist recommend hand scaling?
These days, even a regular visit to see the dental hygienist is not quite as straightforward as it used to be. This is because modern dental hygiene procedures use high speed tools with water to shift plaque. Your dentist may recommend hand scaling as an alternative. Although this method may take a little longer and…
Read more »Happier, Healthier Smiles – National Smile Month 2020
National Smile Month 2020 runs from 18 May to 18 June, led by the Oral Health Foundation, to promote the benefits of having a healthy smile. Run annually for nearly 50 years, National Smile Month raises awareness of important health issues that affect not only our smile, but general health too. The campaign is supported by dentists…
Read more »Problems and solutions for Ramadan oral health care
During Ramadan, oral health benefits from special attention. In this article, dentist explains the changes that can occur in the mouth during the holy month of fasting. Below, he outlines the problems that can occur, and how best to prevent them. Dentist Aryaan Khalid offers expert oral health advice for people who are fasting during…
Read more »My tooth aches. I’m in pain. What do I do?
Coronavirus (Covid-19) update: During lockdown regular dental care is restricted. Read the tips below about what you can do until you’re able to visit the dentist. Because of the current pandemic, current thinking advises against the non-prescribed use of anti-inflammatory medication, such as ibuprofen, as it may suppress the immune system. If possible, use the…
Read more »Managing dental pain at home during the coronavirus pandemic
We’ve been told it’s going to get worse before it gets better. We’re staying at home, and being sensible, so we don’t contract or spread Covid-19. During the coronavirus lockdown managing dental care at home, therefore, could help keep us and other family members safe. But staying a home won’t stop us from getting tooth…
Read more »When’s the best time to stop smoking?
It’s a good question. When is the best time to stop smoking? There are so many ways to answer, and often they’re not too helpful for smokers. If you’re a smoker, it’s easy to feel your relationship with tobacco isn’t understood. That people don’t get why it’s hard to stop. And it is. Which is…
Read more »5 best dental habits to develop during 2020
SpaDental wishes you a happy and healthy 2020! Every new year article these days warn us that resolutions are only made to be broken. So the best thing to do, is to decide which life-style changes we want to make, work on them and keep them up throughout the year. So here are our top…
Read more »Our top dental blogs from 2019
Sometimes it’s handy to have useful information all in one easy-to-find place. So here’s a quick summary of this year’s top dental blogs. Our aim is to provide useful information for our patients, and also for anyone who has questions about their oral health. We also write about general health because it affects our oral…
Read more »The top ten dental gifts for 2019
Do you agree that there are only so many candle holders we need in our lives? And you gave socks last year, so that’s out. These days, as we try to reduce waste and de-clutter our lives, it makes sense to give gifts that are consumable or useful, rather than decorative. Perhaps you worry, though,…
Read more »Toothbrushing for people with reduced dexterity
The ease of picking up a toothbrush to clean our teeth is a simple twice-daily act most of us are fortunate enough to take for granted. For some people, however, it’s difficult to manage toothbrushing because of their reduced dexterity. As a result, people who cannot manage their oral hygiene routines themselves need assistance. Carers…
Read more »I’ve got yellow teeth. What do I do?
What’s the most common complaint we hear from patients who are not in dental pain? They’re usually concerned about their yellow teeth! If you’re concerned about the colour of your teeth, be reassured that healthy teeth are a wide range of lighter tones of yellow, brown and grey. The natural colour of teeth is not…
Read more »Do away with dental floss forever!
Do away with dental floss forever? Really?! Yes, you did read that correctly! But it doesn’t mean what you may be hoping! Your dentist isn’t telling you not to floss. Daily flossing really is good for our teeth, and overall oral health. We very much want you to keep on flossing. What we also want…
Read more »Dental care for young adults – the NHS and other tips
It’s the time of year when you may be getting ready to leave home. Exam results are out. The school holidays are nearing an end. You’ve been offered a place, or signed a job contract. Soon you’ll have packed your bags. With so much to think about we can understand why, as a young adult,…
Read more »There’s just one rule for tidy toothbrushing kit
Will a neat rack of toothbrushes spark joy in your life? Maybe not. But with tidier toothbrushing kit you’ll feel good because you’re doing your best to keep your mouth, and the family’s, healthy and free of harmful bacteria. Moreover, the bathroom will look less cluttered too! Keep our one simple rule in mind to…
Read more »I know flossing helps. How can I do it well?
We know that flossing helps to maintain a healthy mouth, but some of us worry we may do it wrong, or we’re just not certain we’re getting it right. Dental hygienist at SpaDental Glastonbury has put together useful tips to help us with daily flossing. Expert advice so your time spent flossing helps keep your…
Read more »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?
Coronavirus (Covid-19) update – March 2020 During lockdown regular dental care is restricted. Please read the tips below about what you can do until you’re able to visit the dentist. If your face is swollen, or you’re in pain, you may reach for medication to reduce it. However, because of the continuing spread of coronavirus,…
Read more »What’s fluoride varnish? And why do children need it?
Updated September 2019 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…
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, meeting, greeting, chatting or 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?” How do I know? The truth is that…
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,…
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