Gum disease affects a large proportion of the UK but some people are simply unaware of it’s presence. If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, your gums are swollen or your teeth are starting to wobble you could be suffering from gum disease. Gum disease, also known as periodontitis or periodontal disease, is… Continue reading »
Sep
14
Smoking and your Dental Health
We all know that smoking’s bad for us, but how does it affect your oral health. Today one of our Birmingham Dentists looks into the impact smoking has on our dental health. How does smoking affect my dental health? Smoking can cause many different medical problems and even lead to fatal diseases. Most people don’t… Continue reading »
Mar
25
Flossing could save your teeth and your life
Whilst maintaining a beautiful smile is important, it’s also incredibly important to make sure that your gums are kept plaque-free. Multiple studies have suggested there is a link between gum disease (Periodontal disease) and heart disease, the highest cause of mortality in the world. Researches at the Hiroshima University in Japan conducted a study with… Continue reading »