Going Green for Your Oral Health: Eco-Friendly Oral Care Products
Many people are trying to take a more sustainable approach to life, including dental care products. Like many items, oral care products are often made from plastics or hard-to-recycle materials. Still, if you look around, it is possible to find oral care products that take a greener approach without compromising oral health. Below you willRead More [...]
Apr, 10, 2023
Marmalade Chicken with Sticky Harissa
This chicken dish is easy to make and is warm and comforting. Ingredients 3tbsp harissa paste 1tsp pureed garlic 100g fine cut marmalade 1tbsp lemon juice 1tbsp extra virgin olive oil 8 large bone-in chicken thighs 1tsp lightly crushed cumin seeds 1tsp dried thyme or mint 1/2tsp sea salt Instructions Preheat oven to 190o WarmRead More [...]
Apr, 10, 2023
The Pros and Cons of Different Types of Dental Treatments
You may need dental treatment if you have an infected tooth or toothache, some other form of dental disease or if you have suffered some form of trauma, perhaps because of an accident involving a blow to the mouth. There are many different types of dental procedures available and which include: Dental fillings Removing aRead More [...]
Mar, 08, 2023
The Link between Oral Health and Sleep Quality
When considering oral health, you probably think about brushing and flossing your teeth regularly and visiting the dentist for check-ups and hygiene appointments. While these are important, other lifestyle factors, including sleep quality, can affect your oral health. The quality of your sleep may be the last thing you have thought about when it comesRead More [...]
Mar, 08, 2023
How to Overcome Dental Anxiety and Fear
Everyone visiting our dental practice always receives a warm welcome from our kind and caring staff. We have worked hard to create a relaxing environment so people can feel comfortable visiting us, but we realise this isn’t always enough. Many people feel a little bit of anxiety when visiting the dentist, but they can overcomeRead More [...]
Mar, 08, 2023
Baked Ziti with Pumpkin and Sage Sausage
Nothing is better on a chilly autumn evening than a warming, comforting pasta dish. Ingredients 1 can pumpkin puree 450g sweet Italian or sage sausages 1 diced onion 450g ziti pasta cooked until al dente 1 bay leaf 2 cloves minced garlic 1/2tsp ground nutmeg Pinch of cinnamon 1/4tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 cupRead More [...]
Mar, 08, 2023
Safeguard Your Smile from Sports Injuries with a Mouthguard
If you or your family play sports, you may have spent a lot of money on protective gear like a helmet or shinguards, but have you thought about dental injuries? Unfortunately, dentists see thousands of injuries to teeth, gums and jaws every year, which are sustained while playing sports like football or hockey, or anyRead More [...]
Feb, 13, 2023
Women’s Hormones and Oral Health
Women are affected by hormonal changes throughout life. Hormonal changes occur during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. Hormone levels are also affected by birth control pills, injections and IUDs that release certain hormones to prevent pregnancy. Hormonal fluctuation is inevitable and can affect mood, weight, sex drive and overall health. However, it can also increaseRead More [...]
Feb, 13, 2023
Crunchy Cashew Nut Salad with Sesame Dressing
Are you fed up with eating the same old boring salad? Try this tasty recipe loaded with healthy fresh veggies, which is super quick to prepare. Ingredients 2 cups carrots cut into matchsticks or shredded ½ head each of green and purple cabbage, shredded 1-2 cups roasted cashew nuts 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2Read More [...]
Feb, 13, 2023
Gum Disease Increases the Risk of Mental Health, Heart, and Autoimmune Conditions
Severe gum disease is a condition that is also called periodontal disease or periodontitis. It is, unfortunately, extremely common, affecting around one in ten of the world’s population. Periodontal disease is often called a silent disease, as the early symptoms are very easy to miss or ignore. Consequently, when it is finally diagnosed, the conditionRead More [...]
Feb, 13, 2023
