Did you know that you should never share your toothbrush with anyone? Here at The Dental Clinic Radlett we often see patients for routine dental hygiene appointments as well as…
Here at The Dental Clinic Radlett, we see patients regularly for their scheduled hygiene appointments in order to keep their gums and teeth healthy. We tailor all hygiene appointments to…
Here at The Dental Clinic we offer patients dental hygiene treatments such as The Classic clean, The Gleam clean and Periodontal Therapy. Oral health is the foundation of any dental…
Your gums are like cushions for your teeth: they surround the teeth in the jaws and help to support them. Looking after your gums is just as important as looking…
Here at The Dental Clinic Radlett we often see patients who have concerns about the appearance of their smile. Often these patients lack the confidence to smile in public…
This month at The Dental Clinic Radlett, we are promoting good oral hygiene! Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the most important things you can do for your mouth….
As a dental hygienist my role can be quite varied and extremely interesting!!! Recently I was invited to Hertsmere Jewish Primary School where I was lucky enough to spend some…
Teeth grinding is the lateral movement of the jaw whilst the top and bottom teeth are in contact, rubbing the teeth together. It is often done in the form…
It’s important for you to take good care of your teeth and gums while pregnant. Pregnancy causes hormonal changes that increase the risk of developing gum disease which, in turn,…
This month at The Dental Clinic we are promoting good oral hygiene! Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the most important things you can do for your teeth and…
Toothache happens when the innermost layer of the tooth – called dental pulp – becomes inflamed. Dental pulp is made up of soft, delicate tissue that contains sensitive nerves…
A common reason why your tooth or teeth may appear black is because of staining. The more staining foods or drinks you have such as red wine, coffee, soy sauce…
Teeth staining can ruin a great smile. The truth is, what you eat and drink has a big impact on the whiteness of your teeth. Food and drink that…
Gum Disease is a dental condition caused by plaque. Plaque is a virtually invisible film of bacteria which forms on all surfaces of your teeth on a daily…
Tooth sensitivity describes a condition where either a tooth or a group of teeth become sensitive to temperature changes in the mouth. Typically, a person will note that when…
The problems of tooth decay and sugar are well publicised and there are not many who do not now recognise the need to avoid sugary foods and drinks with the…
A common question that dentists are asked is whether there is any benefit to using a mouthwash as part of a daily oral hygiene programme. As a general rule, it…
The idea behind any good oral hygiene regime is to limit the build-up of plaque bacteria that collect on teeth surfaces. These plaque bacteria are responsible for tooth decay and…
The appearance of your teeth leaves a great impression on people and a youthful looking smile can make a great deal of difference to your confidence. As you get older,…
Within an hour of brushing your teeth, plaque starts to form on the teeth surfaces. Plaque is a film of densely packed bacteria and it is these bacteria that cause…