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Looking After Your Dental Health

1st June 2020/in General Information /by Yvonne Poole

Did you know that your dental health affects your whole body? Issue 4

This informative dental heath magazine brought to you by your local dentist in Milton Keynes includes general dental health, sleep and looking after yourself and some top tips on what your ideal dental routine should look like.

Top tips to keeping your mouth in good health between visits when you are at home.

Brush your teeth properly – yes, it’s a no brainer but if you aren’t brushing right it’s almost as bad as not brushing at all. Take your time and take two minutes to do the job. Move your brush in a gental circular motion and don’t forget to scrub your tongue!

Floss – most people forget to floss. Flossing doesn’t just get rid of food stuck between your teeth it also stimulates your gums,, reduces plaque build up and can help reduce inflations.

Use a fluoride toothpaste – if you’re using a tooth whitening paste or one to treat sensitive teeth make sure you choose one that contains fluoride as it not only fights germs but it can also build a protective barrier for your teeth.

Mouthwash – although it’s not essential mouthwash can by useful in many ways. It can lower the acidity in your moth, clean hard to reach places between teeth and remineralise the teeth.

Water – water is pretty essential for live and that includes your oral health. Dentists recommend drinking a glassful after every meal to help wash away some of the acids left over from foods and drinks.

Visit your dentist in Milton Keynes at least twice a year. Here at Appledore Dental Clinic we can spot trouble areas long before you can and we’ll treat them before they start to cause real trouble. Plus, we offer cosmetic dentist treatments such as dental implants in Milton Keynes and teeth straightening to correct your teeth and provide you with a great smile!

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5 Oral Health Concerns For Seniors – And How To Solve Them

4th November 2019/in News /by Yvonne Poole

Oral health is important for everyone, no matter what your age. From the moment you’re born, your parents are looking after your mouth by gently rubbing your gums after feedings. When you’re old enough, you brush your own teeth, gradually learning about flossing, mouthwash and other things you can do to protect your mouth. But as you get older still, you might start to see issues cropping up. Things like lost teeth, denture care, discolouration and even periodontal disease become more common as you get older. So to keep your mouth healthy, you need to learn to adapt your routine to protect against these new issues. Today, we wanted to share with you some of the things to look out for, how to address them and how to prevent them in future.

Dry Mouth – Did you know that your body produces around a litre and a half of saliva every single day? It’s designed to break down food, wash away bacteria, prevent tooth decay, prevent bad breath and keep your mouth lubricated for speech. But if you’re not producing the right amount of saliva, you can end up with a dry mouth that can feel uncomfortable. Dry mouth (also known as xerostomia) is a common issue for seniors, and is usually caused by medication. Around 90% of people over 65 take at least one kind of medication, and dry mouth is usually listed as a common symptom. There are some easy remedies for dry mouth, so all you need to do is see your dentist.

Bad Breath – No one likes the idea of having bad breath, but it happens to all of us sometimes. Sadly, it’s much more common among the elderly. The thing to realise is that bad breath isn’t a symptom that stands on its own – it’s a sign of something else. There’s almost always an underlying cause to bad breath in seniors, usually dry mouth, poor oral hygiene or periodontal disease, which if addressed will make the bad breath go away. Make sure you brush regularly and see your dentist twice a year to avoid bad breath. If you find you have bad breath you can’t shift, go and see your dentist.

Tooth Loss – Tooth loss is one of the most common problems among seniors. On average, patients over 65 have only 18.9 teeth remaining, with 27% of seniors having no natural teeth left at all. The main causes of tooth loss in this age group come down to 2 things: smoking and poor oral hygiene. While we can’t do anything about your smoking habits, we can encourage you to keep up with your regular dentist appointments if you want to keep your natural teeth. Regular visits will help identify problems before they happen, and your dentist can explore options that will preserve your ability to eat, talk and smile comfortably for years to come.

Cavities – Cavities can affect anyone of any age, but they are more common the longer you’ve been around. Over time, it’s easier for cavities to develop in your teeth, which puts seniors at higher risk. Eating foods that are high in sugar will dramatically increase your chances of getting cavities, so avoiding sugary foods and drinks will help keep them at bay. You can also prevent cavities by brushing your teeth and flossing daily, and using an antiseptic mouthwash to remove bacteria from your mouth.

Denture Care – This one is is to do with the previous 2 paragraphs. Some people who fall victim to cavities will experience tooth loss, and if you lose a lot of teeth, you may be advised to have dentures fitted. The problem here is that a lot of people think dentures aren’t as delicate as normal teeth, so they don’t need as much maintenance. In reality, dentures require just as much care and attention as regular teeth, and you need to brush them regularly to avoid damage and discolouration. Dentures are also vulnerable to plaque build up, which can easily transfer onto your natural teeth and cause gum disease. So, make sure you take care of those dentures!

At Appledore, we’re always happy to offer advice and suggestions to help you keep your mouth, teeth and gums healthy at every stage of your life. Our expert dentists and hygienists are on hand to give you a check-up, answer any questions you might have and give suggestion to help avoid these problems. If you would like to find out more, just book your smile consultation with us today.

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Facial Piercings And Your Teeth – The Truth Revealed

22nd October 2019/in News /by Yvonne Poole

Any type of piercing presents challenges and dangers to the body, but facial and oral piercings in particular have some additional risks attached. Especially when it comes to your teeth.  Now, we know there are some dentists out there who are vehemently against oral piercings, but at Appledore, your local dentist in Milton Keynes, we don’t think like that.

We believe that, as long as you understand the risks and how to mitigate them through proper care and maintenance, anyone can wear as many studs and rings as they like in or around their mouths. In fact, many people who have lip or tongue piercings don’t have dental problems at all. This is usually due to the care taken by the piercer and the wearer when choosing the placement of the jewellery, coupled with proper dental advice about ongoing care. So to start you on the right track, here are a few of the most common problems oral piercings will present for your mouth and how you can prevent them. 

Immediate Problems when you first get your lip, tongue or any other area in your mouth pierced, it’s going to cause you a few problems, no matter how careful you are. The most common issue is swelling and bruising in and around the piercing area, which can cause some soreness and irritation for your gums. This will usually go away after a few days, but you should take extra care to make sure you don’t cause any extra damage. For example, eating cold, soft foods and not talking too much will help speed up the healing process. On rare occasions you might experience prolonged bleeding or slow healing. If this happens, it’s important to keep an eye on it.

New piercings are also prone to infection, especially if they’re in or around your mouth. After all, they’re exposed to food, drink, makeup, germs from under nails and even other people’s saliva – making your mouth a breeding ground for bacteria. As your piercing heals, you need to keep it clean with antiseptic treatments and good oral treatments.

The good news is, all of those things aren’t really what worries dentists when they see mouth piercings. It’s the long-term effects on your teeth and gums that worry us.

Long Term Effects once your piercing has healed and settled down, you might think that’s it and you don’t need to do anything else. But you will need to include your piercing in your daily brushing to avoid plaque build-up and bacteria that might transfer onto your teeth.

But that part is easy to manage. It’s the serious long-term effects some tongue and lip piercings can have that your dentist will worry about. For example, lip rings will rub against your teeth when you talk, which can cause them to wear and chip at the enamel. This makes it much easier for bacteria to get in and cause decay in your front teeth.

The constant contact of lip and tongue piercings can also cause gum problems. In a 2006 study by Dental Traumatology, almost 70% of people with a basic lip stud experienced gum recession at the nearby teeth. This is true for tongue piercings as well, but it can be more difficult to spot as it will affect the gums behind your teeth, not in front. Gum recession can lead to your teeth being more sensitive to hot and cold (because the root is being exposed). It could also cause spaces to form between the gums and teeth, which can trap food and debris, as well as not looking very nice!

Luckily, you can prevent most of them with the right care and caution, and regular visits to your local dentist in Milton Keynes so that they can catch any problems before they develop.

Care And Caution of course, we aren’t saying no one should ever have a facial piercing! But if you do, or you’re thinking about it, it is important to understand that there are some health risks that come with this bold fashion choice. Understanding how to care for your new piercing and your mouth will play an important part in preventing any damage and keeping you healthy. Before you have your piercing make sure you go to a reputable piercer who will pierce in the right place to cause minimal damage to your teeth, gums, lips and/or tongue. When you first have your piercing done make sure you invest in a good antiseptic mouthwash (we recommend Peroxyl) and use 3 times daily until the piercing is fully healed. For ladies with lip piercings, make sure no makeup is applied around the area to prevent infection. For tongue piercings, make sure you brush your bar as well as your teeth every day.

Once your piercing has healed you should make sure you are taking care of your teeth as normal. If you have a lip ring or stud make sure you are taking them out and cleaning them daily regularly to stop bacteria building up. Avoid habits like biting, chewing or rolling your piercing along your teeth, and check your gums every few weeks for irritation or recession. Make sure you keep your 6 monthly dentist appointments to check for teeth or gum damage you might not be able to see.

And finally, we recommend that lip bars and balls should be plastic, and not metal. While metal bars and balls are the most common, these are also what causes the majority of damage to teeth and gums. 

If you are wearing or considering an oral piercing, it’s important to take your oral health into account. Our team is highly trained and committed to providing you the very best advice and service and will be able to help you understand the risks and work out a care plan for your piercing. For more information about oral piercings or to book your appointment, get in touch with us today.

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