Our practice philosophy is that gums are the foundation within
which your teeth sit. If the foundations are weak then no
matter how good the work we do for your teeth, it will not last
as long as it should. Therefore, before we carry out any work
it is essential that any gum disease is under control. Gum
disease (periodontitis) is the main reason for tooth loss in
adults and is caused by a build up of bacteria which live in
plaque and tartar on your teeth.
The main role of the hygienist
is to thoroughly clean and polish your teeth and remove any
plaque deposits. Thorough cleaning techniques need to be
also employed at home. If you don’t effectively remove plaque
from your teeth and gums every day, you may find that your
gums become red and swollen and bleed easily when you
brush your teeth. Our hygienist will be able to advise you on
correct cleaning techniques and will recommend the correct
products to aid effective cleaning.
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Early Decay Detection
Decay may or may not cause discomfort; even though it doesn’t
hurt, the tooth is deteriorating. Using higher magnification
and powerful lighting, it is easier to detect decay at an early
stage to prevent excessive tooth damage. When cavities are
small, they are much easier and less expensive to treat.
Early tooth decay does not tend to show many physical signs.
Sometimes the tooth looks healthy, but your dentist will be
able to see from an x-ray whether you have any decay under
the enamel, any possible infections in the roots, or any bone
loss around the tooth.
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