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The ‘whys’ and the ‘hows’ of Teeth Straightening in Central Leeds

Monday, April 29th, 2013

If you are a little worried about the fact that you have to have your teeth straightened, for whatever the reason, take heart from the fact that this is a golden era for orthodontics in central Leeds and there are so many more options open to you to get the job done. Teeth’s straightening comes in two halves: you can go for an aligner or fixed braces, but there is a new philosophy that covers both choices, and that is to make your treatment as unimposing in the mouth as is possible and as quick as is possible. Some of the removable aligners over from the States are remarkable for this: a couple in particular are completely see-through and difficult to see when fitted into the mouth; they also work faster than traditional braces. However, they are not that clever when it comes to complex work and this is where fixed braces come in. They too are made from more sympathetic and subtle materials but are more intricate in the way they work, dealing with bespoke work on the teeth. Before you choose anything, ask your dentists about the choices open to you; it may be down to price, it may be down to the type of work you require for your teeth, but either way, getting your teeth straightened can only benefit your oral health in the future.

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There’s no Wisdom when it comes to Tooth Pain in Leeds

Monday, April 1st, 2013

When you grow up, your teeth go through a lot of changes- teething, secondary teeth and later maybe braces, but just when you think you have been through the worst of it all, along comes your wisdom teeth. Now this may not be a problem for the lucky few and some people live quite happily with them for the rest of your life; for most people in Leeds however, this is quite a painful time. The problem with these teeth is there just isn’t enough room for them to erupt naturally and so they grow in all manner of directions and may never even show, and then they become impacted and can cause a lot of pain: for the overall health of the mouth and to prevent further agony, compacted need to be extracted and this is why many people have all four done at once to get it. For the teeth that do come through, they can still cause problems as they break through and be painful; all you can do is to use soothing gels, painkillers and herbal clove oil to help take away some of the discomfort until the tissue breaks and then when it is over, you should be careful how you clean the gums, as they will be tender. Medicated mouthwash should be used and you should rinse with warm salt water after cleaning, as this will promote healing.

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Getting an Amalgam Filling in Central Leeds

Monday, March 18th, 2013

As the wheels of time turn and we learn more about what is going on around us, there is a tendency to throw away methods that have been around for decades and bring in the new. Dentistry in central Leeds is also constantly evolving and bringing in new things as well. However, scientific evidence can also be the reason for radical changes in dental techniques; the amalgam filling is exactly one such example of this. It has been used since, well forever and has been a great ally in the fight on tooth decay. This type of filling is tremendously strong and if the procedure is carried out correctly, an amalgam filling will long out-live you, yet it is getting some pretty bad press of late. The most obvious of issues that people have with it is that it is grey and this doesn’t exactly give off a natural look in the mouth when you smile as opposed to white, resin based fillings (although these are still yet to prove themselves in the longevity stakes). But it is what amalgam is made up from that has come to light: one of the ingredients in the filling is mercury- highly toxic and poisonous, which is why this type of filling is banned in some countries. It’s a hard call to make, but until we all start to live long into our hundreds, having an amalgam filling is still one of the best options to tackle tooth decay with.

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The evil of Sleep Apnea in Central Leeds

Saturday, September 22nd, 2012

When someone hears of an elderly person dying in their sleep, it’s normally followed up with the comment ‘it’s a peaceful way to go’….yeah that is if you are old. But it’s not what you want if you have a lot of years in front of you, even if it is a peaceful way to go. Lurking in central Leeds is a silent killer that does just that though- sleep apnea. This condition cannot be picked up by doctors directly and apart from a few symptoms, you wouldn’t pick it up either, especially if you live alone. When you shut down to sleep, the vital organs kick-in to regulate your breathing: the brain will send signals to the lungs to keep breathing, which supplies oxygen to the heart and then back again- all three work together. However, throw an obstacle into the equation and over time, the system will fail and you could get to die in your sleep. This obstacle normally comes at the point that air goes into the body- the nose and mouth. If you snore, it could be a symptom, but if you are extremely fatigued during the day, it’s a sign that you are sleeping uncomfortably and that you need to turn your life around. A dentist can supply you with devices to help with your breathing and through a doctor, you can find out through a sleep therapy course the extent of the problem, but if you smoke and drink heavily, and are overweight, it is your lifestyle that also needs addressing in the end.