Mouth guards are protective coverings worn over the teeth to keep them from injury and damage. If you play active sports or have dental issues, such as teeth grinding, read on to learn which type of mouth guard is best for you.
 

We're sure that at least once in your life, you've experienced a canker sore (ulcer). While they aren't any of an issue to your health, they can be extremely annoying, as they can leave you in a state of immense pain while eating or even moving your mouth. Fortunately, though, they don't last forever. After a few days, they tend to disappear on their own, as if they were never there. However, it does help to know how to get rid of them faster to shorten the ordeal you have to go through. To do that, though, you need to know how they show up in the first place.
 

Time has certainly flown by and we are now in full swing into a new decade! We forgot to posy our case of the month for December but it is one worth waiting for. The case involves ICON treatment to treat very opaque white areas on the upper front central teeth. Now white areas on teeth are generally not a biological issue but they can be unsightly and have an affect on smiling with confidence. In the past, the treatment for such areas was to cut away the whiter area and then place a filling to mimic the adjacent tooth structure or place porcelain veneers. However, the major issue with this is that this involves drilling away sound tooth which can never be replaced. There will always be the issue of maintenance and replacement fillings or veneers over time. Drilling can be traumatic to the pulp (nerve and blood supply) and if this can be avoided, our advice is to be minimal and less destructive. ICON treatment involves a process called 'resin infiltration'. In simple terms, the areas are washed and dried in a specific manner to open the white areas to resin application to hide the lesions. Here are the before and after results:
 

The temporomandibular joints, also known as the TMJ, is a complex set of joints, ligaments, and jaw muscles at the base of the skull in front of the ear. We have one on each side of our head, connecting our lower jaw to our upper jaw. Each TMJ has a disc-like structure made of cartilage between the ball and the socket. This disc acts as a cushion so our jaws can open backward, forward, and even sideways. Our TMJ allows us to perform actions such as chewing, biting, yawning, and speaking.
 

Your children’s oral health is easy to be overlooked, because most of the time, it doesn’t present significant problems. However, you should not forget the importance of dental health especially for children. Before it’s too late, start investing more in your child’s oral health so that they will have beautiful smiles and healthy teeth as they grow. Read on to find out four ways to keep your child's teeth healthy.
 

This coming new year, aside from making resolutions to lose weight and live a healthier life, you will need to remember to take care of your oral health because it is as important as your overall health! Beautiful teeth and a healthy mouth can have a significant impact on your appearance, how you present yourself, and even how people see you. So, for this coming year, why don’t you invest more time and effort in taking care of oral health? One key to achieving such heights is to stay motivated. For you to follow through with healthy dental routines, here are four ways you can do so.
 

It's that time of year again, Christmas! We will be taking a short break over the festive period. Our opening hours are: Monday 23rd December 0900-1300 Christmas Eve Closed Christmas Day Closed Boxing Day Closed Friday 27th December Closed Saturday 28th Closed Monday 30th 1000-1500 New Years Eve Reception only 0900-1500 New Years Day Closed 2nd January Normal opening hours resume Should you have an emergency out of hours, please e mail info@progressivedentistry.co.uk and a dentist will respond as soon as possible. We do have access to an emergency clinic that will accept patients for urgent care over the Christmas period. The number is 0207 2441199. We look forward to seeing you in 2020! Best wishes From all the team at Progressive Dentistry.
 

Having unsightly flaws in your smile is something you should not live with for the rest of your life. Cosmetic treatments are affordable, reliable, and safe. Many people turn to cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile and appearance. While there are many misconceptions surrounding cosmetic dentistry, it actually provides a lot of improvements beyond what is visibly seen. Some of these myths were once truths that have roots from the surprisingly long history of aesthetic dentistry. But, with technology enhancements, these once-truths are now only pure myths. Here are four cosmetic dentistry myths debunked:
 

For many, the Invisalign is a blessing. Not only does it help straighten teeth just as well as traditional braces, but it does so without being noticeable. It also allows the user to remove it before participating in activities such as sports, social occasions or work meetings However, when it comes to eating, it may not be as simple as most Invisalign users think. Need help figuring out what to do and not to do when it comes to eating with Invisalign?

Here are five tips to keep in mind: