German researchers discovered that veggies have healthier gums than meat-eaters and are therefore less likely to suffer from bleeding gums, tooth loss, and other potentially life-threatening conditions. However, it was not all good news for vegetarians. The study also revealed they suffered from more tooth decay and were less likely to visit their dentist, despite […]
A new study has found that drinking a glass of milk after breakfast significantly reduces plaque buildup. Results have shown a small glass of milk more than halves the buildup of plaque acids after eating dry, sugary breakfast cereal. Milk is one of the best sources of calcium, and the study reaffirms the belief that […]
The minimum time you should spend brushing your teeth is 2 minutes twice a day. Here are some tips on how to brush properly: Hold your brush at a 45-degree angle against your gumline. Gently brush from where the tooth and gum meet to the chewing surface in short circular strokes. Brushing too hard can […]
According to a recent study carried out by the BBC, Northern Ireland teenagers have some of the highest levels of tooth decay in Europe. Poor diet, social deprivation, and a non-fluoridated water supply all contribute to this problem. As well as highlighting the standard of oral hygiene, the report also found that teenagers in poorer […]
Disclosure tablets are an excellent, harmless dental product that gives parents peace of mind that their children are effectively brushing their teeth. They are small, brightly coloured tablets containing vegetable dye that, when chewed after brushing, reveal any remaining plaque on the tooth surfaces that has been missed with the brush. They are ideal for […]
At Creative Smiles, we often have patients say that they don’t eat sweets, biscuits, or fizzy drinks, yet decay is occurring. Sugar is a sly creature who turns up in the most unexpected places! So if you want to avoid eating excess amounts, you need to be prepared to do some label reading. A lot […]
At Creative Smiles, the team is often asked which toothpaste to use. The world of toothpaste can seem like a minefield; you only have to look at any supermarket and you will see rows of plaque-busting, breath-freshening, fluoride, cavity control, sensitivity, and whitening toothpaste, all with the guarantee of a perfect smile. Each toothpaste sounds […]
