Dental care needs have been shown to change over the decades depending on lifestyles at the time. Dental health is important to prevent onset of other diseases.
Key takeaways:
- High levels of estrogen and progesterone in women may result in puffy gums that require a trip to the dentist.
- The perfect stroke when brushing the teeth is holding the toothbrush at 45 degrees and using circular motions to clean the teeth.
- Avoid diet soda which contains low amounts of sugar but still contains high acid content — which softens enamel leading to staining and damage of teeth.
Flossing is especially important, experts say, because it helps cut the risk of periodontitis, a more serious gum infection that can endanger more than your teeth: some studies have linked untreated periodontal disease to preterm and low-birth-weight babies.
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Dr Nicholas Riley BDS 1996, MJDF 2012Nik qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 1996. He has always had a keen interest in clinical excellence, and further education. He recently gained his MJDF qualifications Nik dedicates much of his time to attending many world renowned courses in restorative, aesthetic and implant dentistry, so he can ensure that patients benefit from the most up to date solutions.
