Tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While many people grind or clench their teeth occasionally, persistent grinding can lead to serious dental problems if left untreated. One of the biggest challenges with bruxism is that it often occurs during sleep, meaning many individuals are unaware … Read more
The West Malling Dental Practice & Implant Centre Guide to where Tooth Decay-Causing Sugars are Hidden-Camouflaged in Your Diet! Save yourself a fortune and a whole heap of pain, by reading this and not forgetting to have 6 monthly Check ups…. Firstly– lets cover some Sugar Names, the Sneaky Scientific ‘Code Names’ to Look out … Read more
Over Sugaring is Incredibly harmful – and not just to our Teeth – but what drives us to eat/drink it? IT’S CONSISTENTLY HIGH LEVELS OF THIS VITAL, STRESS HORMONE, CORTISOL. If You want to reduce Your Sugary Comfort Eating and Lower High Blood Sugar Levels benefiting hugely Your General Health & Longevity – the Key … Read more
1. Visit a thorough, quality hygienist every six months without fail We all miss plaque when brushing our teeth, flossing or using interdental brushes. We also tend to miss the same areas each time, over and again. The left behind bacteria attacks your tooth enamel and bony support of the roots of your teeth/smile! So, … Read more
If you have bad breath you might not notice and it might mean something is wrong with your dental hygiene. Find out how to test you breath here.
Did you know most mouth-washes only mask breath odour (no matter what the adverts claim!) and people are unaware if they are suffering from breath odour. We naturally become accustomed to our own smell, to enable us to detect potentially noxious external chemicals or gases, no matter how we smell! Try this simple but powerful … Read more
Prevention is the best cure. We believe that together we can make sure you keep your teeth well into your old age through visiting the hygienist and eating well.
At The West Malling Dental practice and Implant Clinic our No.1 objective is to help you to keep your teeth throughout your lifetime. Losing teeth is not only expensive, it usually affects your appearance and reduces the quality of your life by reducing your ability to chew and thus enjoy your food! But how do … Read more
Did you know that ignoring Gum Disease could leave you at a greater risk of Heart Disease? An Increasing number of studies are establishing a connection between poor oral health and the chances of suffering from heart disease. Not only that! Gum disease is linked to developing some forms of cancer, type 2 diabetes, rheumatoid … Read more
The electric toothbrush has changed the way we look after our teeth in the UK. But are we doing it correctly? Pressing to hard? Having trouble getting to certain areas? Watch this video for tips on how to clean your teeth using an electric toothbrush.
We all know about tooth decay. It happens when there are more acid attacks than the teeth can cope with. Acid attacks can result from plaque bacteria acting on the sugars in our diet. Another less well known problem is tooth erosion, where the surface enamel of the tooth is directly dissolved away by acids. … Read more
Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress to affect the bone that surrounds and supports your teeth. It is caused by the bacteria in plaque, a sticky, colourless film that constantly forms on your teeth. If not removed through daily brushing and flossing, plaque can build up and the bacteria infects … Read more
Tooth decay or dental caries to give its correct name is the process where the tooth becomes destroyed. In its earliest stages, caries will only be visible to a hygienist or dentist so regular check-ups are essential. Decay first appears as small dark or opaque patches on the tooth surface. If left untreated the tooth … Read more
Our custom made gum shields are available in various colours and styles. Custom fit guards are essential to get maximum protection for you teeth and gums when playing contact supports such as rugby and hockey. Please contact us for more information on 01732 842 439 Gold Gum Shield/Mouth Guard One of our dentists takes a mould … Read more
