Archive for March, 2010

Dentists visit school-again

Saturday, March 27th, 2010

Once again some of Clock Tower’s dentists were back at school again. This time Donald and Hamish were talking to pupils at Ripon Grammar School about choosing dentistry as a profession as part of the school’s Career Evening. “It was great to see so many young people interested in dentistry and to be able to explain to them what diversity there can be in dentistry. There is the capacity for dentists to work as a general dentist or for them to develop an interest in particular areas of dentistry like cosmetic dentistry, endodontics or dental implants for example”, Donald said afterwards.  Hamish was also keen to point out that there are many different environments for dentists to work in as well, from a local dental practice to a hospital setting or serving as a dentist with the armed forces, something which both Donald and Hamish have done. Hamish was also able to give students up to date advice on applying for university as he is involved with Leeds University.

Donald and Hamish talking to parents and pupils at the recent Ripon Grammar School careers evening.

The evening went well and Donald and Hamish both look forward to attending next year’s event.

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Top 10 tips for a healthy mouth

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010

Sharon, Sam and Jane, our dedicated team of hygienists, have put together a list of their top 10 tips for healthy mouths to help anyone who is looking for the best way to care for their teeth. Their advice is a s follows:

  1. Visit your dentist for regular examinations- they are not only checking for decay but also gum disease, oral cancer and healthy functioning of the jaws and teeth.
  2. Brush your teeth twice a day and clean between the teeth using floss or inter-dental brushes as recommended by your dentist or hygienist
  3. Smoking is bad for the overall health of your mouth and gums so if you want to keep your mouth healthy don’t do it
  4. Limit sugar intake to 3 times a day and have it with meals.
  5. Wear a mouthguard when playing active sports – ask your dentist about custom made mouthguards which offer the optimal fit and protection
  6. Use a fluoride toothpaste, research does show that it helps to prevent decay
  7. Don’t ignore bleeding gums, tell your dentist/hygienist at your next visit about them and use a toothpaste which promotes health gums
  8. Renew your toothbrush every three months, ask your hygienist which one would be particularly suitable for your teeth
  9. Eat a healthy diet
  10.  Chewing sugar free chewing gum in between meals  promotes the production of saliva which has natural anti-bacterial properties

If you have any questions about these tips email the practice on info@clocktowerdentalcare.co.uk putting “hygiene tips” in the subject lines and Sharon, Sam or Jane will answer them for you.

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Donald in Smile Awards Final

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010

We are all excitedly waiting to hear this weekend how Donald gets on in the national Smile Awards 2010. He has been shortlisted in the “Patient’s Award” category which he describes as “particularly rewarding as it is like a double award. In this category dentists are  nominated by their patients which is extra special because it shows that the patient is delighted with their smile. The nominees are then shortlisted by the judges , a panel of highly qualifed and regarded dentists, who appreciate the technical aspects of the smile. ”

The Smile Awards recognise and reward aesthetic and clinical excellence in dentistry nationwide so to be shortlisted among the nation’s premier dentists is already a considerable achievement. Donald, who was a runner up in last year’s awards, views the nomination as a reflection of the quality of the care and expertise we offer to all our patients at Clock Tower Dental Care . “Knowing that patients are so delighted with the smiles we create for them is really the best award, ” said Donald ” and knowing that the judges appreciate the technical aspects of the smile is the icing on the cake ”

Good luck on Saturday, Donald, from all the team.

Donald, far right, with some of the team members.

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Dentistry in school

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

In keeping with our preventative care policy at Clock Tower Dental Care Dr Nicola Taylor returned to school recently to encourage and inform local schoolchildren to keep their teeth healthy.

Nicola visited Class 1 and Class 2 at Fountains C of E Primary School to help the children understand how to look after their teeth. They played games to identify which foods were good and bad for your teeth, looked at pictures of what happens to teeth if they are not looked after properly and used disclosing tablets to see where plaque likes to stick to teeth. Nicola, who thoroughly enjoyed her visit, said “It was interesting to see what the children thought about food and looking after their teeth. Some children thought chocolate coated cereal would be good for their teeth because it was cereal whereas the chocolate coating isn’t good for teeth. It is important that children know how to look after their teeth from a young age as this will ensure that they have healthy mouths for as long as possible, reducing the need for fillings and extractions.”

The children wrote to thank Nicola for her visit saying how much they had enjoyed the activities and promising that they would try hard to look after their teeth in the future.

If your school is interested in having a similar visit please contact the practice to see what we can arrange.

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