Teeth Straightening for the New You
21 December 2017As the new year approaches, we find ourselves enjoying the festivities and having those good times and creating ever-lasting memories with family and friends. It is also the time we think about our new year’s resolutions and aspirations, maybe a new project we always wanted to start, or maybe some aspects within ourselves we always…
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So, the year is drawing to a close. How was 2017 for you?
23 November 2017It’s time now to look forward to 2018. Many people think about improving their health at New Year. Last year I did dry January for the first time and I would recommend it to you. If like me you like a few wines at the weekend you will most likely lose a bit of weight…
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Mouth Cancer Action Month
1 November 20171ST NOVEMBER 2017 TO 30TH NOVEMBER 2017 Mouth Cancer Action Month is held in November every year and is supported by the British Dental Health Foundation and the Mouth Cancer Foundation. The aims are to raise awareness of mouth cancer and make a difference by saving thousands of lives through early detection and prevention. Here…
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Choosing the right interdental cleaning method
1 October 2017You may think you’re getting your mouth clean with your toothbrush. Did you realise though that a large area of your gums is located in between your teeth and just can’t be reached by your regular toothbrush? This is called the interdental area. This is the place where most of the plaque biofilm (bacteria) settles…
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Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Dentistry-or Less is More
18 September 2017I was at the Denplan conference last weekend and the theme of the lectures was Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Dentistry. So, what does this mean? In simple terms it means doing as little as possible work to the teeth whist still getting the teeth to look good. Newer techniques mean less preparation of teeth with more…
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The holidays are coming
29 June 2017Not long now until the schools break for the summer. Hopefully, your thoughts are turning to holidays. So, what can you do to prepare as afar as your oral health is concerned? If you are having an odd niggle from your mouth or you know your dental health check is due try and get…
Read more »The benefits of being on a dental plan
6 June 2017At Lindley Dental we are firm believers in preventive dentistry and dental hygienists play an important role in providing this type of care. Dental hygienists can help you to look after your mouth in the best way. They can help you prevent tooth decay and gum disease. We find that our patients who are members…
Read more »Dental Trauma
2 May 2017Teeth are precious and this month I am looking at what to do if you or your children have an accident involving your teeth. Knocked a tooth out? Don’t panic! Here’s what to do to help save your tooth Step 1: Pick the tooth up by the crown only (do not touch the root) Step 2: Lick the tooth…
Read more »National Smile Month- May 15th to June 15th
11 April 2017National Smile month organised by the Oral Health Foundation will soon be upon us and as usual, we are supporting the campaign at Lindley Dental. In a nutshell, National Smile Month is the UK’s largest and longest-running campaign to promote good oral health. Together, with thousands of individuals and organisations, National Smile Month highlights three…
Read more »Looking after your children’s teeth
17 March 2017Looking after your children’s teeth- By Sophie Hastelow Dental Therapist at Lindley Dental It is important to brush children’s teeth as soon as they start to erupt. Lots of children struggle with tooth brushing so starting early and implementing a good routine is essential. Teeth should be brushed twice per day for 2 minutes each…
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