Caring for lifelong healthy smiles in Port Sunlight and The Wirral
The main causes of tooth loss – gum disease and tooth decay – are completely preventable? You’ll set yourself up for a lifelong healthy smile when you take preventive measures with your dentist and hygienist, and you’ll also save money on treatment. For dental problems to be stopped in their tracks, you need to do the following.
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Conquer your fear
The main cause of gum disease and tooth decay is the avoidance of the dentist. At Sunlight Dental Practice, we promise you that the hardest thing you’ll need to do is pick up the phone to schedule an appointment if you’re nervous about visiting the dentist. A number of proven techniques are available to us for helping nervous patients. We look forward to seeing you and showing you what gentle dentistry is all about!
Spread the love
When you have a busy family life, you may forget to bring your children to see us. Children who visit the dentist early and often are more likely to develop positive and fun associations that will stay with them throughout their lives, so they are less likely to avoid the dentist as adults or require invasive dental treatment for decay and gum disease. Regardless of the age, we advise parents to bring their babies in to see us as soon as milk teeth appear.
Eat well
Diet plays a crucial role not just in maintaining a healthy body, but also in maintaining healthy gums and teeth. It’s essential that you consume a balanced diet that combines protein, carbohydrates, and lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. Besides avoiding sugary, acidic foods, it’s also important to stay away from sugary, acidic drinks. Our hygienists will offer healthy eating advice at Sunlight Dental Practice, and you can download the Change4life app to get sugar-smart.
Clean Well
You may never have to deal with the dental drill if you follow a robust oral hygiene routine at home. You should brush twice a day for 2 minutes and clean between your teeth every day – our hygienist will recommend the best products, tailored to your needs. A hygienist should also examine and clean your teeth twice a year. You can get stains from dark foods, drinks, or smoking removed by the hygienist, who can reach areas that you can’t reach with brushing.
Look after yourself
Many people are unaware that smoking causes gum disease, tooth decay, and oral cancer, and is the leading cause of oral cancer. The fact that smoking limits blood flow to the mouth means gums cannot bleed and reveal early signs of disease, so many smokers fail to realize the effect their habit has on their oral health. The dentist may also recommend limiting your alcohol consumption – alcohol is highly acidic, causing staining to your teeth. You are also at a very high risk of oral cancer if you smoke and drink alcohol at the same time. To quit smoking and reduce alcohol consumption, see your hygienist.
Schedule your check-ups and Hygeine Visits
It is more likely that you will enjoy great oral health if you visit your dentist regularly – regular visits allow us to spot problems before they become severe, and eliminate them with minimally invasive and cost-effective treatment. Providing lots of extra benefits, our membership lets you spread the cost of your dental check-ups over the year and eliminates the hassle of dental check-ups.