http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog Leading cosmetic dentistry in London Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:00:58 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The food we eat can have a big impact on the health of our teeth. Just as certain foods can have a very bad impact on your teeth, others can actually be beneficial. By making small changes in your diet you could help to protect your teeth from disease and ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/healthy-eating-advice-for-your-teeth-from-city-of-london-dentist/ If you suffer from diabetes then you need to take extra care in your oral hygiene program says a Central London dentist. The fact that diabetics have a lower immune system is also something they need to address. Infections are more easily contracted by a diabetic, and as diabetes is ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/central-london-dentist-explains-the-association-between-gum-disease-and-diabetes/ Bad breath is something which is now becoming the modern equivalent of a social stigma, says a Central London dentist. The worst thing is that it is so easily avoidable, with a simple to follow and a disciplined attitude towards oral hygiene a cure is easily to hand. If you ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/a-central-london-dentist-speaks-out-about-embarrassing-bad-breath/ Dentists cannot stress the importance of daily dental hygiene and its positive effects on dental health. Effective brushing and cleaning can help to keep tooth decay and gum disease from destroying your teeth and gums. This happens because effective brushing and flossing removes the plaque which builds up on the ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/west-london-dentist-explains-the-importance-of-daily-dental-hygiene/ Doctors have a thing called a `bedside manner`, and so your dentist should have a similar `manner`, the good news is that most dentists have been on courses to achieve just that. According to a dentist in London’s W1 area this attitude is now paying off big time. The problem ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/dentist-that-takes-of-you-as-well-as-your-mouth-is-a-must-says-a-dentist-in-w1-london/ As a parent, looking after your child’s teeth is very important. Teeth can be very fragile in the developing years so it is crucial you give your child the best start for a life of healthy teeth. Developing good strong teeth and good oral hygiene habits early on can be ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/look-after-your-child%e2%80%99s-teeth-with-help-from-city-of-london-dentist/ Although brushing your teeth is vital to protecting your teeth from the danger of tooth decay and gum disease, it is important to remember that there is more to dental care than just brushing your teeth everyday. Daily dental hygiene is crucial to keeping your teeth free from plaque and food ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/teeth-need-more-than-just-brushing-to-stay-healthy-say-london-w1-dentists/ Periodontal disease, otherwise known as gum disease, is responsible for more lost teeth in the UK than any other type of dental problem, including tooth decay. Therefore it is very important that you are able to recognise the signs of gum disease and act upon them as soon as possible. Gum ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/avoid-periodontal-disease-at-london-w1-dentist/ There are many reasons to opt for a teeth whitening treatment from a City of London dentist. Teeth whitening is one of the safest and most dramatic cosmetic dentistry procedures that can radically alter your appearance. In the past teeth whitening has been very expensive but as more dentists offer ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/the-many-reasons-to-have-teeth-whitening-from-a-city-of-london-dentist/ A dental crown is a simple alternative to more complicated dental solutions, says a W1 London dentist. A crown is exactly that in every sense of the word, and we all know that a crown, like wallpaper, can cover up a multitude of sins. Problems that a crown can solve ... http://www.gentledentists.co.uk/blog/dental-crown-placement-it%e2%80%99s-easier-than-you-think-says-a-w1-london-dentist/