Dentists in central Leeds can so often, be taken for granted and seen for what they are- people who can get your teeth out of a fix/crisis. Yes, of course they can, that’s their job and that’s how they make a living. They will patch you up with the odd filling to save you from tooth decay, advise you how to care for your gums and teeth at home, even advise you on how to keep your teeth pretty, but they are not a naïve bunch who are just there to dig you out of a problem. They are very aware of what you are doing to your mouth and how it could possibly impact on your life in the future- modern dentists are a lot more well versed than the illusions of butchers you may have images of from the past. Smoking is a hazard to the teeth and a dentist can point you in the right direction to give up. They are also aware of how your diet affects your teeth and again, can help you with the way forward for the health of your body and teeth. But most importantly, they are educated humans who go through the same things that you do. They can ensure that they administer the best treatment on the market for the health of your mouth and, in the unlikely situation that they may be out of their depth and can’t help you out, they’ll certainly know of a man that can!
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How your Central Leeds Dentist looks after you
Wednesday, October 12th, 2011Canker Sores In Central Leeds
Wednesday, October 27th, 2010
If you happen to get canker sores, you will know the pain and irritation they can cause, but where they come from and what causes them is still a bit of a mystery, claims a dentist in central Leeds. They tend to erupt inside the mouth- on the inside of the lips, gums and on the tongue and can be confused with toothache. Although not contagious, it is widely agreed that they are handed down in the family through generations and are more common in women. There are three main types of canker sores. The most common is the minor sore, which is small and lasts for around 8 days. The major sore is a lot larger and more painful and can hang around in the mouth for almost a month. Herpetiform ulcers appear in clusters and they also last around 8 days. They start as a gentle swelling but erupt quickly and because they are difficult to treat, they can cause great discomfort until they disappear. Though the causes of these sores are a bit of a grey area, they can be linked to the same reasons why other problems affect the mouth- vitamin deficiency, poor diet, stress, poor dental hygiene, a weak immune system, hormone imbalance (as in pregnancy), smoking and drinking. Treating them is also a grey area, there are canker related medications that tend to soothe rather than cure. As with cold sores, they seemingly come and go at there own leisure, but a dentist will be able to offer advice on treating them.
Don’t Allow a Toothache to Last Too Long, Says City Of Leeds Dentist
Thursday, September 30th, 2010
A toothache is a very common thing and our first impulse is to let it ride. Most of you are terrified to go to dentists, thanks to negative experiences from our childhood. As a result of this irrational fear, we are putting ourselves in harm’s way for no good reason at all. Dental phobia is a big problem in a lot of people and it results in them having pain due to their having neglected a small problem.
A tooth hurts because there is obviously something wrong with it. The most common reason for a toothache is dental caries that has become very bad. If your teeth have been neglected for a very long time bow, then a toothache is inevitable. The enamel of the tooth wears away, leaving the sensitive inner area completely exposed, thereby increasing sensitivity to extreme heat and cold. A toothache could also be a sign that there is some other problem in the mouth, such as that caused by teeth grinding at night.
You don’t always have to rush to the dentist in order to get your teeth fixed. You can try to bring the pain and the inflammation down by applying a compress to the cheek and by flossing gently. Even if the pain subsides, you should make it a point to see the dentist just to make sure that you are not developing some other condition that will require medical attention. This is a good approach to long term health of your teeth.
Leeds Dentist Gives Tips for Handling Dental Emergencies
Thursday, August 26th, 2010
Most people do not know how to handle dental emergencies, and they do the wrong things which results in unnecessarily expensive treatment, or even the permanent damage or loss of the tooth. A dentist in Leeds gives tips on how to handle these emergencies so that the patient suffers as less discomfort as possible, while keeping a great chance of not losing the tooth.
The most common problem that people suffer from is toothache. This can easily become an emergency situation if the pain is severe, and a person can be unable to do anything until the pain is made to go away. Many people place a tablet of any painkiller against the gum in the hope that the pain will subside, but it will only burn the gum. It would be a better idea to clean the mouth with warm water and to apply a cold compress from outside in order to bring down any swelling.
If a tooth has been broken in an accident, it is necessary to visit the doctor immediately. Before that, the mouth has to be cleaned very gently with warm water. The tooth has to be rinsed but not scrubbed, and inserted into the socket for the trip to the dentist. If that is not possible, it can be carried in a container of milk.
Any tooth problem needs to be treated by a good dentist as soon as possible, before it flares up and becomes the cause of a lot of pain and expenditure.
Dental emergency action plan from City of Leeds dentist
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
There are many common dental emergencies caused by dental disease or dental trauma that can be of serious cause for concern. In times of dental trauma it is important to know what action you can take to increase your chances of successful treatment and reduce the pain you may be suffering. It is also important that you know how to get hold of a dentist even in unusual hours or circumstances.
In case of a dental emergency during practice hours, your dentist will be able to fit you in around their other appointments but should your emergency take place on a weekend or during the night you need to know what to do. Most dental practices will have telephone information about how to contact the on-call dentist during the night on their answering service. But it is always a good idea to have this information to hand in case of dental emergencies. In most cases, the sooner you get treatment, the more likely it is to be successful.
Some very common dental emergencies include knocked out or broken teeth. These can be very painful and result in the need for extensive and often expensive dental treatment. If you suffer a knocked out tooth, you can try and replace it immediately. Never force the tooth back into position but it may slot back in naturally. If this is the case you will need to hold the tooth in place with a wet gauze or tissue. A wet teabag will also suffice in most circumstances. Applying a cold compress to the outside of the cheek will help to numb the pain, as it will for other tooth aches and breaks. If the tooth cannot be replaced, cover it in saliva or milk and see the dentist as soon as possible. Even hours could be vital when it comes to replacing a knocked out tooth
For naturally occurring toothache you can try over-the-counter painkillers but it is important to see the dentist as soon as possible even if the pain has gone away. This is because it could be the result of an infection that may require immediate treatment. Your City of Leeds dentist can provide you with more information about what to do in case of an emergency.
Protect yourself from tooth and gum disease at Leeds dentist
Friday, April 9th, 2010
It is very important to look after your teeth and gums. It is all to easy to assume that they will be fine as long as they are not causing you any problems and carry on with your simple routine of brushing in the morning and evening. But in reality, your teeth need a lot more care and when it’s too late you really might regret not being more careful about how you took care of them.
Tooth and gum disease is not a laughing matter. Just ask anyone who has suffered from the pain of toothache or an abscessed tooth. Even those who take relatively good care of their teeth with effective brushing and flossing can still be at risk form dental or periodontal disease. It is important that you make sure you see your dentist every six months to keep your teeth as clean and healthy as possible.
Tooth and gum disease begins when bacteria and plaque is allowed to build up on the surface of the teeth or gums. This reacts and releases an acid, which gradually erodes the protective enamel layer of the teeth and on the gums it causes the tissue to break down. In both cases this may ultimately lead to infection which can be very painful and lead to lost gum tissue or even lost teeth. Not only will this be very unpleasant but may also cost a small fortune in dental bills to restore the appearance of the teeth.
Looking after your teeth only takes a few minutes a day extra cleaning and half an hour every six months at a Leeds dentist. It is a small sacrifice to protect yourself from what may otherwise be many months or even years of anxiety and suffering because of unhealthy teeth.
Protect your teeth with good oral hygiene and check up from Leeds dentist
Monday, March 1st, 2010
Oral hygiene is one of the only aspects of our health over which we have almost total control. No matter how fit and healthy we are we are always at risk of any number of internal or external health conditions. But when it comes to our teeth it is our own actions that determine how healthy they are.
The two main threats to the health of our teeth are tooth decay and gum disease. Both of these conditions can be particularly nasty and incredibly painful, as anyone who has suffered a toothache can tell you. Yet they are both completely preventable by sticking to a disciplined oral hygiene routine. Brushing your teeth twice a day with a soft bristled brush will remove plaque, the substance responsible for much of the inflammation in gum disease and for the erosion of tooth enamel that causes tooth decay. Backing up this brushing with flossing will remove the plaque, bacteria and trapped food particles that may be lodged or hiding in the difficult spaces in between the teeth. These spots are especially important to clean, as they are often the place where decay or disease first starts.
Cleaning and brushing effectively will also prevent bad breath, of which nine out of ten cases are caused by poor standards of oral hygiene. Dentists also recommend that some patients can benefit from a special tongue cleaner to remove bacteria from the warm and moist groves of the tongue.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly, always remember to make a regular six-month visit to a Leeds dentist. Even the healthiest teeth still need to be checked regularly for signs of decay and infection. This will back up all the good work you do at home and help to keep your smile looking beautiful for years to come.
Fight tooth abscesses, toothache and gum disease at Central Leeds dentist
Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
There are few if any dental problems that cannot be treated successfully if diagnosed early enough. Ideally, any pain or discomfort experienced in the mouth should be seen by a dentist as soon as possible. With dental care it is prevention that is much more effective than cure. This is why dentists stress the importance of six-monthly check ups.
However, many people do not visit so frequently and even the most regimental dental patient is always still at risk from tooth decay and gum disease. Decay starts when bacteria is allowed to build up in the mouth. This forms a substance called plaque which breaks down tooth enamel causing decay. If this decay is allowed to progress unchecked it can eventually penetrate to the heart of the tooth where all the most sensitive dental nerves are located. Even partial decay can lead to overly sensitive teeth as heat and cold is transmitted through the dentine.
In the enamel is breeched it can become infected and bacteria allowed to attack the sensitive nerve and root. This can lead to toothache and when the body fights back, a pus-filled abscess may develop. Both of these conditions can be treated effectively if not too far gone. Infected matter can be removed and cavities filled with relatively little pain, protecting the teeth from further attack.
Gum disease occurs when bacteria attacks and destroys the gum tissue. In its early stages this can be combated with more effective cleaning and in more serious cases with bacteria or small tissue removals. Whatever the problem with your teeth or gums it is important to remember that Central Leeds have the necessary skill and knowledge to successfully treat your teeth.
Emergency dental treatment from Leeds dentist
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
A dental emergency, like any medical emergency can have potentially serious long-term consequences if not treated correctly and quickly. By ignoring or avoiding treatment you could put yourself at risk of much more extensive and costly treatment in the future.
One of the most common dental emergencies is a toothache. This is usually caused by an infection in the sensitive centre of the tooth caused by dental cavities. Toothaches can vary in terms of pain but any toothache requires dental treatment as soon as possible. If the pain has been caused by an infection it is important to receive treatment to prevent it spreading. Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to your cheek to relieve the pain and make an appointment to see a Leeds dentist immediately. It is also important to see a dentist even if the pain seems to have gone away, as this may have been caused by the death of the nerve endings.
Other common dental emergencies include damage to teeth by head trauma or hard food. Chipped, cracked or broken teeth can be very painful but can usually be easily treated with dental bonding or porcelain replacements. Initial application of gauze to the area with light pressure will usually stop the bleeding before you see the doctor. Knocked out teeth are slightly more of a concern but with the right action it is still possible to save the tooth. Placing the knocked out tooth in milk or covering it with saliva can extend its life even when knocked out the mouth. A dentist may then be able to replace the tooth.
Whatever the nature of your dental emergency, you can request an urgent appointment with a Leeds dentist or receive information about emergency procedures out of hours form their answering service.
Root canal from City of Leeds dentist saves tooth
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
Even the very name root canal treatment is enough to cause a shudder of fear in some people. The fearsome reputation enjoyed by the root canal probably has more to do with urban myth and the presence of the dentist’s drill than actual experience. It may not be the most pleasant procedure in the world of dentistry but it can be a vital one and can make the difference between keeping a tooth and losing it.
Root canals are necessary when the chamber at the centre of the tooth has become infected. Teeth are surrounded by a hard coating called enamel, which protects the sensitive centre of the tooth where the nerve is located. Enamel is worn away over time by a bacteria rich substance called plaque. If these holes in the enamel, or cavities, are not filled they will eventually breech the outer surface and allow bacteria to attack the nerve endings and pulp in the tooth’s centre. This can cause very painful toothache and abscesses which may result in surgery and hospitalisation. Infected teeth can easily die and the infection can move on to other teeth and even into the bloodstream. A root canal is a procedure that removes the infected matter form the centre of the tooth and rebuilds it to protect it from further attack.
Signs that a patient may have an infected tooth and need a root canal are extreme pain in the tooth and gums, nausea and fever. A dental examination and x-ray can reveal the exact extent of the damage and allow the dentist to ascertain if a rot canal is necessary. A root canal itself involves making a passage to the centre of the tooth using the drill. The dentist can then use this passage to remove the infected material and fill the hollow with medicine to kill off any residual infection. The hollow is then filled and capped with a crown to prevent further infection.
The whole procedure is usually carried out over two or three appointments under anaesthetic which should limit the pain to little more than any other dental repair. A root canal can bring an end to the incredible pain of a toothache and for that should be regarded with less fear and perhaps a little more respect. If you are suffering in silence with the pain of a toothache, or have been recently, speak to a City of Leeds dentist about root canal treatments.
