Archive for November, 2009

When is water not good for you?

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

From your teeth’s point of view water is not good for you when it has bubbles in it. Drinking sparkling mineral water is the same as drinking other non-sugar or diet fizzy drinks. While these drinks do not contain sugar they are acidic and can lead to acid erosion of the tooth surface which in turn can lead to sensitive teeth and excessive tooth surface loss.

So what can you do if you want to enjoy fizzy drinks and minimise the damage to your teeth?

  • If you have a fizzy drink wait at least half an hour before brushing your teeth to let the your salivia neutralise the acid in the drink and remineralise your teeth
  • Drink them through a straw- the acid has less chance to attack the teeth
  • Only have fizzy drinks occasionally- children especially should have not have fizzy drinks regularly

If your teeth are sensitive you should:

  • Tell your dentist! Acid erosion is not the only cause of sensitivity.
  • Limit your intake of acidic drinks and food eg red wine, fizzy drinks, citrus fruits and fruit juices
  • Use a desensitising toothpaste to brush your teeth

To answer the question, plain water is good for you but sparkling water should be drunk in moderation for the benefit of your teeth.

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Welcome to Changing Faces Denture Clinic

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

The team at Clock Tower Dental Care is delighted to welcome the Changing Faces Denture Clinic and dental technician Chris Egan to the practice. Clinical Director Donald Sloss says “The arrival of the Clinic at the practice means that those patient who require new or replacement dentures can discuss their needs directly with Chris who will be making the dentures for them. Chris is a highly regarded technician with a wealth of experience which will complement our clinical team. ”  The Clinic is available to everyone , whether patients of the practice or not, and Chris is keen to ensure that all denture patients have realistic,  well fitting dentures that reflect the patient’s identity and give the patient a naturally beautiful smile. Donald and Chris are particularly looking forward to working closely together on implant retained dentures- where the patient has a small number of dental implants placed in the mouth and the dentures are then fixed to these implants ensuring a fantastic fitting denture that doesn’t need to be removed for cleaning, gives a beautiful smile and enables the patient to eat virtually any food they choose to.

If you would like an appointment at the Clinic and are not a patient of the practice simply phone the reception team on 01765 602161 to arrange one. If you are already a patient of the practice then arrange to see your dentist to discuss your denture needs.

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