Advice From Our Dentists

The food and drink we eat has the power to make or break our dental health. Whilst there is still a lot of educating to be done surrounding the food and drink that causes dental erosion, it’s great to see sportspeople such as Christiano Ronaldo rejecting Coca-Cola, the sponsor of Euro 2020. As well as such efforts from sportspeople, awareness around how sugar affects teeth is essential, and we can offer this to patients during a routine hygienist or dentist appointment – knowledge is power! 

Patient education is a big part of what we do here at Park Dental Care, and this includes making patients aware of misconceptions and myths surrounding keeping their teeth and gums in tact. Below, we’ve put together some of these, to help you better care for your smile and maintain great oral health and hygiene. 

Do you hold your hand over your mouth when you talk because you’re embarrassed by your teeth? If minor cosmetic issues are affecting your self-confidence, don’t suffer in silence – the solution might be as simple as a painless dental contouring procedure. Read on to find out more. 

We all know that tobacco is bad for your general health – as one of the leading causes of death in the UK it can cause life-threatening conditions, including lung cancer, heart disease, and stroke. But did you know that smoking also damages your teeth and gums? Here are some of the reasons your dentist should be asking you about smoking: 

Today, the options for straightening your smile and correcting other orthodontic issues like crowded and widely spaced teeth are better than ever. Thanks to treatments like

Like any other part of the body, teeth have a way of letting us know when they need some attention. With the slow easing of lockdown, it might be tempting to put off what you believe to be is an issue with your smile. However, it’s essential to get such issues looked into as soon as possible before any serious problems that require complex intervention can manifest. 

Losing a tooth isn’t just a cosmetic issue – it can lead to long-term oral health problems. Whether you’re missing a tooth due to trauma, old age, or decay, read on to find out why you should talk to your dentist at Park Dental Care about replacing it as soon as possible. 

The impact of a great smile goes a long way. Not only can a healthy-looking smile result in increased confidence, but it can also improve your relationships and even boost your

The premise that men are from Mars and women are from Venus may also be true when it comes to oral health – men fare worse in most aspects of dental health, including rates of gum disease and they are more likely to lose teeth. Here are some of the reasons men need to pay more attention to their dental routine.