Keeping Up That Smile!

The more extensive and sophisticated forms of dental treatment that are available such as dental implants will probably seem obvious to you if they are required. And they will be quite necessary, too, as they will improve the overall standard of your dental health. However, there are other types of treatment that can be opted for which bring you benefits to your teeth that are perhaps not as crucial but still highly important. The kind of benefits we’re referring to here are those ones that don’t necessarily have a large and immediately practical impact on the effectiveness of your teeth, but that elevate the general health and visual charm of your teeth.

In addition, these enhancements will contribute to better dental health even though the scale of the work done may seem relatively minor. To give yourself the best chance of ensuring that the effect of these changes last, it is recommended that you take daily steps towards maintaining the health and standard of your teeth. Making sure that you keep-up an efficient regular dental hygiene routine is always a good idea anyway, so read-on now to discover more about how you can treat your teeth with care and keep your smile looking great.

MSC Hygienist Treatment

When it comes to improving the all-round health of your teeth, our hygienist treatment is hard-to-fault. Here at MSC, the hygienist treatment we offer provides you with a professional clean. Having a professional clean from one of the highly-skilled members of the Midlands Smile Centres team means your teeth and gums will have help in staying free from potential dental problems such as tooth wear, tooth decay and gum disease. Though many of us try to keep our teeth as clean as possible by brushing on a day-to-day basis and by using mouthwash, it is still possible to not quite achieve a completely thorough clean. Due to this, a visit to the hygienist can be really useful. 

         

MSC hygienist treatment involves the implementation of a process that is commonly termed a ‘scale and polish’. Our dental hygienists will provide this process as well as employing a number of treatments in order to improve your oral health.  They will work to help your teeth and gums stay protected and can actually make your teeth look whiter.

Additionally, the MSC hygienist advises patients as to the best methods of guarding the teeth against plaque and decay as well as informing them about suitable approaches to diet. 

Our hygienists are committed to providing you with a patient-centred service that meets your needs whilst also ensuring that you, as our patient are treated in the respectful manner that you would expect.

Further Dental Care

Keeping your teeth at their best does not depend solely on the work of an MSC hygienist, however. There are various ways in which you can take care of your teeth in your home in addition to the brushing that you should aim to do regularly. There are ways to enhance your brushing routine indicated here as well.

Doing what you can to keep-up your levels of dental hygiene will contribute to your teeth staying at the same clean and white standard that they will be in following your visit to the dental hygienist at MSC.

These daily dental hygiene methods include flossing, using the right toothpaste and the use of mouthwash.

       

Flossing: Research the kinds of floss available and you will discover waxed, unwaxed and mint floss, and even small floss sticks that are very easy to use. The act of flossing on the whole is something that is very much recommended as it enables you to remove particles of food trapped between the teeth that can gradually cause you problems if allowed to remain stuck there.

  

The Right Toothpaste: In general, you will find toothpaste in one of five different types- teeth whitening toothpaste, sensitive teeth toothpaste, smoker’s toothpaste, herbal toothpaste and children’s toothpaste. Take some time to look into what is best for you and make it a part of your dental hygiene routine. Just ensure that your toothpaste contains fluoride, for maximum cleaning effect.

Mouthwash: There are generally three kinds of mouthwash-  fluoride rinse mouthwash, alcohol mouthwash and alcohol-free mouthwash. There are also different brands of mouthwash with each brand offering a variety of mouthwash types that boast disparate features such as teeth whitening and fresher breath. Mouthwash is a sensible part of your daily dental routine due to the fact that it lessens the risk of tooth decay and helps to dislodge any remaining food pieces stuck between the teeth.              

Midlands Smile Centres

Midlands Smile Centres boast numerous practices around the city of Birmingham and are staffed by a team of exceptionally skilled and highly experienced dentists. Always ensuring that the patient’s needs are put first, MSC offer a selection of treatments such as orthodontics, dental implants, tooth whitening and even facial aesthetics, all at reasonable prices. So, whatever it is that you feel that your smile needs, Midlands Smile Centres are the people to go to.   

Get in touch with MSC now to find-out what we can do for you!!

Better Diet, Better Dental Health

A good, balanced diet can be great for your general health, but what you may not be so familiar with, is the level of importance that a good diet has in maintaining your dental health. This blog sheds some light on the role that your diet can play in making sure your teeth stay in a healthy condition as well as the repercussions that poor eating and drinking habits can have on your dental health.

Sugar

Of course, excessive consumption if sugar isn't advisable. And when it comes to our dental health, failure to effectively regulate the amount of sugar in our diet can lead to tooth decay. According to the NHS, the recommended amount of sugar to be consumed by adults is 30 grams of free sugars (7 sugar cubes approx'). Free sugars are sugars added to food and drink such as chocolate, biscuits, flavoured yoghurt and fizzy drinks; they are also found in unsweetened fruit juices, smoothies, honey and syrups.

The sugar contained naturally in fruit, milk and vegetables is not classed as free sugars.

Lowering Your Sugar In-take

Avoid drinking fizzy, sugary beverages and squash, and try opting for drinks that are no-added sugar, or diet, or ones that are sugar-free. Or simply choose a glass of water. If however, you still would like a sugary fizzy drink, maybe try mixing no-added-sugar squash with sparkling water to create something similar to a standard fizzy beverage. Attempt to not drink more than 150ml of unsweetened fruit juices or smoothies.

Another tip to employ in regard to sugar in drinks is to put sweetener in your tea or coffee instead of sugar. Or think about slowly cutting-down the quantity of sugar you put into your drink on a regular basis until you reach a point where you will not have any sugar in your drink.

Food

There are ways to bring your sugar in-take down regarding food, as well. Choosing a reduced sugar spread for your toast, or putting something else on there instead, such as banana or a low-fat cream cheese, is a good way of making your breakfast a little healthier. You can also shop for foods that have lower amounts of added sugar and seek-out the reduced sugar alternatives. The nutrition or ingredients labels should include this info' for you.

If you are cooking from a recipe, check how much sugar and other unhealthy ingredients are being used. You can either use a healthier alternative (and often tastier!), or simply reduce the amount used. For breakfast, unsweetened whole grain cereals are particularly good for you. Try also to avoid breakfast cereals that are frosted or covered in honey or chocolate. If you are a bit put-off by the lack of sugar in your unsweetened breakfast cereal, you could try introducing some dried fruit, berries or bananas to it, for a sweeter taste. When it comes to purchasing tins of fruit, go for those in juice, and not syrup.

Alcohol

Drinking alcohol is commonly not conducive to good dental health. Alcohol can remove the surface from your teeth, creating a loss of enamel as a consequence. This is problematic, as the loss of enamel can mean that having a filling will become necessary. Additionally, high-levels of alcohol consumption is linked to a heightened chance of mouth cancer.

Staining

Another part of our teeth being in a healthy condition, is them being white and free-from stains, and it's also something that makes our smile appear that little bit nicer, too. Eating and drinking in the right way will help to keep your teeth healthy and help ensure that they do not become stained. Drinking tea and coffee is one way that your teeth can become stained, so it is advisable to limit how many of these drinks you have. Other types of food and drink that can create staining are curry, red wine, beetroot, cola and tomato-based sauces.

Anything Else?

As previously stated, ensuring you eat and drink healthily and avoiding certain types of food is key to good dental health. But to make sure that you are caring for your teeth properly, read these tips and check that you are doing what you can on a daily basis to maintain your dental health.

• Brushing twice a-day; preferably with an electric toothbrush
• Using mouthwash
• Flossing
• Regular visits to the dentist
• Not postponing any dental treatments that are required
• Using sugar-free gum

MSC- Midlands Smile Centres

Whatever problem you have with your teeth, whether it's cosmetic or something more essential, MSC are always worth contacting. They boast several practices throughout Birmingham, making them easy to reach. MSC are staffed by a team of highly experienced and superbly skilled dentists that can offer you a whole range of dental treatments at affordable prices.

Get In Touch With MSC Today To Find-Out How They Can Help You!!