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Beginner’s Guide to the Sonicare Toothbrush

Saturday, April 4th, 2015

357249_blogIf you’re familiar with the confusion of standing in front of chemist or supermarket shelves stacked full of toothbrushes, allow us to make buying a toothbrush easy and hassle-free. We highly recommend Sonicare, a collection of brushes designed to make the teeth sparkle and shine and keep dental disease at bay.

Introducing Sonicare

Sonicare is a range of electric toothbrushes by Philips. We have recommended the Sonicare name for several years and we strongly believe that these products are among the world’s best brushes.

Sonicare offers something for everyone and there is a selection of brushes to suit patients with varying needs and budgets. Brushes range in price and there are additional features to combat common dental issues such as sensitivity and make brushing more convenient. You can now buy products with smart connectivity to track your brushing habits and flag up any issues or areas for improvement, in-built timers to make sure you’re brushing for long enough and brushing modes to suit your brushing preference.

Which brush is best for me?

Buying a toothbrush may seem like a simple task on the surface, but once you’re confronted with a range in which every option seem a good one, it can become more difficult. If you’re not sure which brush to buy, our dentists and dental hygienists will be happy to make recommendations based on how much you would like to spend and your individual dental needs and preferences. With Sonicare, you don’t have to spend a huge amount of money to guarantee that you’re getting a really high quality product that will definitely have a positive impact on your oral health.

If you need help with buying toothbrushes or toothpaste or you’d appreciate some advice about brushing techniques, don’t hesitate to ask. Our friendly dental team is always willing to help!

What’s So Special About a Sonicare Toothbrush?

Thursday, March 26th, 2015

iStock_000006052729XSmallAt City Dental Leeds, we’re determined to go the extra mile to promote good oral health and shout about the importance of good oral hygiene from the rooftops. With an effective brushing and flossing regime teamed with healthy eating and regular check-up, you can drastically improve your chances of enjoying strong, healthy teeth and for many years to come.

We recommend Sonicare by Phillips to our patients. This impressive and innovative range of toothbrushes boasts features to suit clients of all ages with varying dental needs and there are brushes with budgets to cater for everyone.

What’s so special about Sonicare?

Sonicare brushes are developed based on extensive research that identifies the best ways of detecting and removing plaque and producing the best possible standards of cleaning. The designs are easy to use and versatile and there are options to personalise the brush, including different settings and modes. Sonicare uses a patented cleaning system that doesn’t just clean and polish the visible tooth surfaces, but also targets the gum lines and the spaces between the teeth. Although brushing is effective and powerful, the motion is very gentle and it protects the enamel.

Which brush should I choose?

Sonicare offers a diverse range of models at varying costs. Generally speaking, the more you pay, the greater the range of features, but even the most basic model will achieve a really positive outcome. If you need advice about buying toothbrushes we will be happy to make recommendations based on your dental needs, how much you would like to spend and the features you would prefer.

If you have any questions about brushing or flossing or would like advice about buying products or achieving a better clean at home, simply give us a call today. We will be happy to help!

Keep Your Mouth Happy with Oral Hygiene Checks

Tuesday, March 24th, 2015

529808_blogDental pain can really get you down, so why not make sure your mouth is happy with our oral hygiene checks? Good oral hygiene is the best form of attack against dental disease and a really effective means of ensuring your smile looks bright and beautiful. If you’re eager to maintain good oral health, now is the time to call and book an oral hygiene session.

Oral hygiene treatments

Our amazingly skilled dental hygienists offer a variety of treatments designed to treat and prevent dental diseases and problems such as gum disease, cavities, bad breath and plaque and tartar build-up. Regular oral hygiene sessions are not just beneficial for those at risk of dental disease or those with existing signs of dental problems. They are also effective for those with a clean bill of oral health as a preventative measure.

One really effective cleaning treatment is a scale and polish, which is designed to remove plaque from the teeth and gum line and polish the teeth to give them a lovely glossy shine. Scale and polish treatment doesn’t hurt and it makes a real difference to the feel of the mouth, as well as the look of the teeth. After treatment, your teeth will look bright and healthy and your mouth will feel fresh and clean.

We also offer preventative treatments for children, including fluoride varnish treatment and fissure sealant treatment. These simple procedures, which are completely painless, help to protect the teeth from decay.

Our hygienists work with our dentists to treat cases of gum disease and they can also help to advise about oral hygiene at home, giving up smoking, healthy food choices and preventing dental problems.

If you’d like to book a dental hygiene session for a spring clean for your pearly whites, simply call us or pop in and see us if you’re in Leeds.

How to Get into a Good Oral Hygiene Routine

Saturday, March 7th, 2015

iStock_000006052729XSmallNothing sets you up for healthy, strong teeth and gums like a good oral hygiene routine. But what constitutes an effective regime and how can you improve oral hygiene at home?

Your daily oral hygiene routine

Ideally, you should spend around 5-6 minutes per day tending to your teeth and gums. This should include at least 2 minutes of brushing morning and evening and flossing or using inter-dental brushes. Brushing is really important because it cleans the teeth and removes bacteria and food debris. However, it is essential to back up rushing with inter-dental brushing or flossing, as these techniques clean the areas that cannot be reached with a toothbrush. When you’re brushing, use gentle circular movements and avoid brushing too hard. We recommend using a brush with a small head, so you can reach into the corners of the mouth.

If you struggle to brush for 2 minutes, try investing in an electric toothbrush with a timer, set a stopwatch on your phone or tablet or brush for the duration of a song.

How can I improve my oral hygiene routine?

If you think there are improvements to be made to your daily oral hygiene regime, we will be happy to help. Our dentists and dental hygienists can discuss what you’re currently doing and make recommendations to improve cleaning and help you to achieve a more effective result. We will be happy to advise you which products to buy and show you effective brushing and flossing techniques. We can also demonstrate how to use inter-dental brushes.

We also recommend regular sessions with our amazing dental hygienists in addition to routine check-ups.

How we Banish Bad Breath for Good

Thursday, March 5th, 2015

429735_blogBad breath is a problem that affects most of us from time to time. However, if you suffer from bad breath on a persistent basis it can take its toll and make social and professional situations awkward and embarrassing. If you suffer with bad breath, there’s no need to panic. With our excellent hygiene treatments and expert advice, we can banish bad breath for good and ensure you feel confident when you go on a date, arrange a meeting or take to the stage for an important presentation.

What causes bad breath?

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is caused by bacteria in the mouth releasing gases that have a very unpleasant smell. Most cases are linked to poor oral hygiene, but there may be other triggers such as eating strongly flavoured foods, taking some types of medication and smoking.

If you neglect your oral hygiene regime, bacteria gather and multiply and when they feed they release unpleasant smelling gases. The longer they are left, the worse the odour. Brushing, flossing and rinsing help to remove bacteria and ensure the mouth smells fresh and clean.

Tackling bad breath

If bad breath is a problem that haunts you on a regular basis, we recommend good oral hygiene and regular dental sessions. Initially, we will examine the mouth and check for underlying causes. We will give the mouth a thorough clean and then discuss treatment options with you. We may advise regular sessions with our hygienists to keep bacteria at bay and cleanse the mouth. We can also offer advice about maintaining a good oral hygiene routine at home and help with brushing and flossing effectively.

If there are certain triggers that make the situation worse, we can help you deal with these. This may include avoiding spicy food or strong flavours such as garlic or coffee and changing the type of medication you take, if this is applicable.

If bad breath is getting you down, don’t suffer in silence! Call us today.

How Oral hygiene works for the Heart in the City of Leeds

Monday, October 7th, 2013

357249_blogOut of all the vital organs in your body, your heart is probably the most precious of all in the city of Leeds. It works 24 hours a day pumping blood and oxygen around your body to keep you alive, so it is essential that you try to keep it as healthy as possible. Keeping your mouth clean through good oral hygiene is also an essential ingredient in this and between you, your products and regular meetings with your dentist, there is no reason why you shouldn’t be able to pull this off. There is good reason to maintain this as well. If your mouth is allowed to let in plaque and tooth decay, there is a very strong possibility that gum disease will follow, and this is one nasty to definitely avoid. Once the gums become diseased, the poisons and toxins that leak out will be carried all around the body via the bloodstream. These will deposit themselves throughout the body’s vital organs, including the heart. Over time, the heart too will become diseased and in the end, simply fail. So then, there is a very real need to maintain your oral hygiene as much as you can- do this and you will remain healthy throughout your life.

Oral Hygiene and you in Central Leeds

Thursday, August 23rd, 2012

In a modern central Leeds, you are always pushing and putting ourselves under unnecessary stress in order to keep ahead of the game and with that comes the requirement to care for your body so that you can carry on healthily- this goes for the teeth and gums, as this is just as an import integral part of you too.

Oral hygiene is important to keep on top of, otherwise things can go wrong very quickly and complications will arise. The thing is that the products to help you in your fight have improved incredibly over the years and so there is no real excuse for not looking after yourself.

The basic law is to brush with the right toothpaste, floss correctly and use a good mouth-wash at least twice a day. The products you use to do this can be quite confusing at times as there are so many to choose from, so to get it right, you may have experiment a bit until you settle on what’s right for you. But if you get this right, you will be saving your teeth and gums from the evils that lurk in the mouth on a daily basis, let alone hefty dental bills to put things right.

Your dentist is always there for you too should things get out of hand and if you work as a team and you ensure you keep up with your check-ups, there is no reason why you shouldn’t have a healthy mouth for the rest of your life.

Discuss the Importance of Oral Hygiene with Your Central Leeds Dentist

Monday, July 23rd, 2012

Good oral hygiene is what stands between your confident, bright, white smile and an awkward, crooked grin. Taking care of your teeth throughout your life will pay dividends as your teeth stay healthy and strong. It is important that a good oral hygiene routine is developed at an early age when your teeth are still developing.

Your Central Leeds dentist recommends that you brush your teeth twice a day, three times if possible. Brushing your teeth removes all the food particles and plaque that build up on your teeth and can cause tooth decay and gum disease. Flossing is equally a vital part of keeping healthy teeth. Flossing before brushing clears out the spaces between your teeth which can then be washed out by the fluoride tooth paste as you brush. Together doing these is the minimum and will protect you from the majority of dental problems.

Without good oral hygiene you may suffer from cavities which grow until the tooth is painful and unusable. If the cavities become infected it may be necessary to remove the tooth altogether and replace it with artificial alternatives. Although there are many good false teeth now available, none of them are equal to your natural teeth. Gum disease is also be a major cause of tooth loss, and can be avoided by flossing above the gum line and using a fluoride tooth paste. Visit your dentist frequently in order to catch any problems before they fully develop.

If you have any questions about maintain good oral hygiene ask your local dentist who will be happy to give you plenty of advice on how to stay healthy.