Sensitive teeth can be caused by various factors such as gum recession, worn-out tooth enamel, and cracked teeth. The best way to treat sensitive teeth is by visiting a dentist who can identify the underlying cause and determine the best course of action for treatment. Your dentist may suggest desensitizing toothpaste or fluoride treatments in order to reduce tooth sensitivity.
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Cleaning between your teeth is just as important as brushing. Floss can clean places that your toothbrush can’t reach. To floss properly:
* Break off about 18 inches of floss and wrap it around your middle fingers. * Use your thumbs and forefingers to hold the floss tightly so there’s an inch or two of it between your fingers. * Guide that middle section between your teeth, wrap the floss around one tooth (in a “C” shape), and rub up and down the length of that tooth seven to 10 times. (Note: Friction is necessary to remove plaque from your teeth surfaces. Water flossers are great for removing large pieces of food and debris. But if you use a water flosser, be sure you also use regular floss.) * Now, wrap the floss around the neighbouring tooth and repeat these steps. If you haven’t been flossing, there might be some bleeding and discomfort for the first few days, but that should go away. Need a dental check-up? We’re here to help. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes 📍 18 Cadogan Gardens, London SW3 2RP 📞 020 3659 7249 | WhatsApp: 07903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now What happens during a dental exam?
Your dentist will have you complete a health history questionnaire on your first visit. We do a comprehensive examination where all aspects of your oral health will be evaluated. Assess your risk of decay and gum disease, and a careful preventive examination of early signs of oral cancer. We will check your bite and the relation between your jaws looking for any signs of disorder that could lead to more serious conditions including recurrent headaches and migraines. Intra oral radiographies, as necessary, for diagnosis of early interdental carious lesions and/or infiltrations on the current restorations. We will demonstrate proper brushing and flossing techniques and coach you to improve or maintain your oral health. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now How Do I Effectively Clean My Tongue?
Cleaning your tongue effectively is essential for maintaining fresh breath, and removing plaque and bacteria from your mouth. The best way to clean your tongue isn’t actually with a toothbrush. It’s with a tongue scraper. The next best thing is with a toothbrush. Make sure to not skip this step after thoroughly flossing and brushing your teeth to maintain fresh breath and good oral health. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now Why Do I Need X-Rays Taken?
Not every dental problem is easily seen to the naked eye. Dental x-rays give us an inside look at what’s going on in your mouth. We might discover impacted teeth, cracked or damaged teeth, cavities, and much more. X-rays help us diagnose problems early. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now Is it Worse to Skip Brushing or Flossing?
If you’re thinking of skipping either brushing or flossing for some reason, flossing is more important as long as it’s done correctly. Flossing helps remove plaque and debris stuck between the teeth and underneath the gumline – the two areas that are most likely to cause cavities and gum disease. Both are extremely important and you shouldn’t skip out on either, though. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now Why Do I Need an Oral Cancer Screening?
Unless you regularly inspect every inch of the inside of your mouth, you might not notice any unusual growths or spots. Oftentimes, these unusual growths or spots can be a sign of oral cancer. During your regular dental cleanings, we look for potential signs of oral cancer. This increases the chances of detecting it early and making treatment easier, which increases the likelihood of a full recovery. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now Should I Floss Before or After Brushing?We get this question a lot. Although flossing at any time is better than not flossing at all, flossing before you brush is actually more effective. If you floss before you brush, it releases any bacteria, plaque, and food that’s stuck between your teeth. Then, when you go to brush your teeth, you will brush this away.
******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now Just because your cavity doesn’t hurt doesn’t mean you don’t need a filling. Cavities don’t always cause symptoms. However, if left untreated, a cavity will worsen, and it may even infect the root of your tooth, leading to the need for a root canal. In some cases, an infected tooth will stop causing pain since the tooth's nerve has already died. You should get a filling as soon as possible to prevent causing more damage to your tooth.
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General guidelines state that patients should make an appointment for a professional dental cleaning every six months. While this is ideal for most people, some will need to come in every three months and others will only need to come in every nine or 12 months. ******* Book your appointment with Dr Italo Carpes Moraes Call 0203 659 7249 WhatsApp +44 7903 782697 https://www.icmdentistry.co.uk/book-now |
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