A recent report from Public Health England has revealed that more than one in four five-year-olds and one in five 12-year-olds in local authorities with water fluoridation schemes had no tooth decay compared to those in local authorities without. The use of fluoride in improving oral health is one that has been […]
You may be surprised to know that the benefits of having properly aligned teeth extend far beyond a confident smile. Straightening your teeth can actually significantly affect your overall dental health. Straight teeth can reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Swollen, red gums can often be the result of having teeth that […]
Some of the Creative Smiles team attended the IAAD conference in Belfast last week. There was a number of established speakers present one who made the trip from Switzerland. It was a very enjoyable and an educational day away from the practice. Overall a very successful two day conference and we will be looking forward to next […]
German researchers discovered that veggies have healthier gums than meat-eaters and are therefore less likely to suffer from bleeding gums, tooth loss and potential 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 knowing […]
A record number of people are seeking out braces to achieve a celebrity smile the au natural way. More than one million people are looking to braces to bring a beautiful smile back to their faces, rather than undergoing alternative invasive treatments. Clinically recognised, virtually invisible orthodontic treatment, Invisalign, has reported a 25 per cent […]
A new study has found that drinking a glass of milk after breakfast significantly reduces the build-up of plaque. Results have shown a small glass of milk more than halves the build-up of plaque acids after eating dry sugary breakfast cereal. Milk is one of the best sources of calcium and the study reaffirms the […]
Sports drinks and Energy drinks are becoming more and more popular these days but what a lot of people don’t realise that both the drinks have extremely high acid levels. These levels undoubtedly cause irreversible damage to teeth by eroding their protective enamel layer. Enamel is the outer layer of the tooth and is […]
The Creative Smiles Team enjoyed a beautiful meal and nights entertainment with a live band at the Culloden Hotel, Belfast on Friday 30th November! Much fun was had by all!
1. The commonly used practice of putting a cap on your toothbrush is actually more detrimental as the moisture entrapped in the cap favours bacterial growth. 2. It has been advised not to store your toothbrush within 6 feet of a toilet as the airborne particles from a toilet flush can travel this distance! 3. […]
