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There are only 5 sleeps until Christmas! Exciting. Christmas is generally a time for celebrating and indulgence. Sadly this often means dental emergencies with most practices closed until the New Year. Here are the 5 most common dental emergencies and tips on how to handle them until you can visit your dentist: Tooth Sensitivity After a heavy session of drinking alcohol of fizzy soft drinks (including diet), teeth often become sensitive to hot and cold. A good remedy is to apply a sensitive toothpaste all … READ MORE

Mouth cancer causes more deaths per number of cases than breast cancer and cervical cancer however awareness of it is relatively low. New cases have increased by 49% in the last decade and 135% compared to twenty years ago. Last year, 2722 people in the UK died from mouth cancer. The key risk factors are: - Tobacco use including chewing betel nut - Excess alcohol (those who smoke and drink heavily are up to 30 times more likely to develop mouth cancer)- Poor diet - HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) transmitted t… READ MORE

Pregnancy causes hormonal changes to a woman's body and increases their risk of developing oral health problems including tooth decay, gingivitis or periodontitis. Research shows that almost 70% of pregnant women at some stage during the pregnancy will develop some oral health problems which can have a detrimental effect on both mother and the unborn child. Pregnancy gingivitis (gum inflammation) is the most common condition in pregnancy and is caused by poor oral hygiene (mainly plaque) and increased horm… READ MORE

Do you have a fear of the dentist? Are you scared of the dental drill? Are you a needle phobic? If the answer to the above is yes, we can help. We are experts in providing virtually pain free dentistry and use the latest technology to offer alternatives to the dreaded dental drill and needles. Here are some ways that we can make dental treatment more comfortable and stress free: Waterlase i Plus Laser The Waterlase i Plus laser is an amazing, highly sophisticated device which can perform many functions, … READ MORE

To achieve a perfect smile, many in the UK decide to go down the route of having dental veneers. However, understanding what type of veneers are best for you and how much they cost are key factors in deciding on whether they are the right choice for you. Let's take a look.… CONTINUE READING

We are very sorry, but if you have a cold sore we are not able to treat you… CONTINUE READING

Extraordinary progress is being made in understanding the close relationship between gum disease and general health. There is increasing evidence showing that oral health conditions such as gingivitis and periodontal disease negatively affects systemic health and increases the risk of diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, pulmonary disease and may also cause complications in pregnancy. Over recent years it has become clear that oral infections are a significant risk factor in sys… CONTINUE READING

We are now living in the digital age and dentistry is no exception to moving with the times and adapting to new technology. As our name suggests, we are progressive and implement new technology which has a real benefit for our patients. Recently, we have invested in the Trios intra oral scanner. This is simply a fantastic piece of equipment that has changed the way we work within only a few months of acquiring the unit.… CONTINUE READING

We would like to wish you all a very happy New Year. Christmas is over and it is the annual time of making those resolutions and having a detox. Well, here is one to start; a dental hygiene appointment to start the year. After all the Christmas excess, sugary foods and drinks, there is no better way to start afresh with a hygiene appointment. Our hygiene sessions includes plaque (the soft stuff) and calculus (the hard stuff) removal and a full stain removal using our brilliant air flow polishing technolog… READ MORE

Fibroepithelial polyps are commonly seen in the mouth on the lip, cheek, gum line and tongue. There are a small mass of tissue that usually form in response to trauma such as lip biting or cheek chewing. Although, in the main, polyps are pain free and benign, they can be irritating especially if you keep catching them whilst eating which could cause ulcers or inflammation. Here is a common appearance of a fibroepithelial polyp on the lip: A soft mass of pink tissue on the lip. Although these can be le… READ MORE