Getting a great smile in Upper Heyford
A good daily oral hygiene routine is an important part of life that should be enforced and maintained from an early age and is vital for ensuring good oral health and is necessary for overall well-being. Regular visits to your dentist in Upper Heyford will help ensure that your daily oral hygiene routine is effective and will further improve the condition of your teeth by carrying out full examinations and extra cleaning when necessary. Visiting your dentist on a regular basis is important in preventing any dental issues before they can present themselves as not all disorders have symptoms and a thorough examination of your teeth and gums will help identify any issues early on, allowing easier and more successful treatment and preventing further complications in the future.
Poor oral hygiene is the main cause of most dental issues because if your teeth are not cleaned properly they can result in the buildup of plaque and lead to tartar formation. Plaque is the thin sticky layer that forms on the surface of your teeth and if it is not cleaned effectively then overtime it hardens and becomes tartar which then leads to further bacterial invasion of your teeth. Once tartar forms on your teeth, especially in those hard-to-reach areas, it cannot be removed by normal brushing at home and requires professional cleaning at the dentist. Regular professional cleaning at your dentist by your hygienist not only keeps your mouth free of tartar but also helps detect any issues with your gums as the appointment usually involves a thorough examination of your mouth to look for signs of any such diseases.
The buildup of plaque and tartar on your teeth can result in the formation of cavities and tooth decay and if left untreated it can eventually lead to tooth loss. Cavities begin as tiny holes on the top of your teeth and are a commonly presented issue in children and adults, the hole becomes bigger and eventually needs filling to prevent further damage, which is a common procedure carried out at your dentist in Upper Heyford. Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth secrete acids which damage the tooth. When tooth decay is left untreated, this can result in infection of the dental pulp in the centre of the tooth. This type of infection requires root canal treatment, another procedure which is carried out regularly at your dentist in Upper Heyford. Root canal treatment involves drilling a hole in the tooth and disinfecting it using cleaning solutions and scraping techniques. Following successful cleaning, the tooth can then be filled and this helps retain your natural tooth and improve your oral health in general.
There are different types of fillings available, speak to your dentist in Upper Heyford to find out which will be the most suitable for you. Amalgam fillings are the most common type of fillings and are known for their silver like appearance. They are effective in what they do however due to increasing demand in cosmetic dentistry white fillings have become the more popular choice of filling. White fillings, as suggested in the name, are designed to match the natural colour of your teeth and therefore improve the aesthetics of filled teeth and are also strong and durable and have good longevity. If you’re experiencing any issues with your teeth, speak to us at Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic as soon as possible to help ensure successful treatment and prevent further complications in the future.