Inquisitive kids will soon want to clean their teeth on their own. However, it can take a little patience to teach them the right brushing techniques. Playacting One of the best ways to teach a child how to brush their teeth properly is to show them how you brush your teeth, then let them try […] Read more
A twice-daily routine of tooth brushing is, we hope, ingrained in most of us, but have you ever thought about the origins of toothpaste? In fact, toothpaste has been used for centuries, and its origins can be traced right back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. The Ancient Egyptians are renowned for inventing many […] Read more
Provided you have looked after your dental health your teeth should remain in great shape as you age. However, some dental conditions are more likely to occur with age, and which include the following: Discoloured Teeth Teeth naturally darken as you age, often because tooth enamel begins to thin, exposing more of the dentine underneath […] Read more
If you have a bit of a sweet tooth, then you can still indulge without harming your teeth. There are plenty of natural and artificial sugar substitutes. Saccharin Saccharin is between 300 and 400 times sweeter than table sugar and is added to products like chewing gum, drinks, sweets and jam. One disadvantage of saccharin […] Read more
Here at Coastal Smiles, we are frequently asked if electric toothbrushes are better than manual. Statistically, people who use electric toothbrushes tend to have lower rates of plaque and gingivitis, but it is mostly down to personal preferences and your brushing technique. Here are some pros and cons to consider. The Pros Electric toothbrushes are […] Read more
When you look after your teeth and especially your gums, it can help to protect your general health. The bacteria responsible for causing periodontitis (advanced gum disease) have already been linked to many serious health problems, and now it looks like they could play a part in the development of specific cancers, including oral cancers […] Read more
Snacking can help maintain energy levels but it’s worth being mindful as to how snacks can harm your dental health. This is because choosing the wrong type of food can increase the risk of acid erosion. Foods that are high in carbohydrates or sugars, or which are naturally acidic will erode your tooth enamel more […] Read more
Vitamin D deficiency is serious, but this condition often goes unnoticed. It’s been known for quite some time that teeth contain a lot of information. The information includes a permanent record of a severe vitamin D deficiency, which can cause microscopic deformations in dentine, the inner, softer part of your tooth just underneath the tooth […] Read more
Full mouth rehabilitation is a sophisticated procedure often combining multiple treatments to help restore or to replace damaged or missing teeth. This treatment can be helpful for repairing and protecting teeth that are badly damaged or which are missing completely. Full mouth rehabilitation can also help to treat teeth that have become badly worn down, […] Read more
Working long hours can play havoc with your oral health. Follow these simple tips to maintain a healthy smile Keep a toothbrush and toothpaste at your desk and try to brush your teeth after eating. Need motivating to clean your teeth at work? Just think about the number of people you speak to each day. […] Read more
