Brighten up your life with a beautiful smile by treating missing teeth in Berkshire
Why is dental health important?
Dental health is important, just as much as any other aspect of health in life. Very often though, the benefits of having excellent dental hygiene are overlooked. With the busy lifestyles people lead, they are not always able to pay attention to dental hygiene as much as they ought to. This can result in the development of dental health problems such as cavities, gum disease and bad teeth which can leave them feeling uncomfortable and in distress. This can be debilitating, especially when it comes to toothache, which can be excruciating. Having dental problems can seriously impact your self-image and thus have a detrimental impact on a person’s level of confidence.
What is the connection between dental health and overall health?
The mouth contains millions of bacteria. Most of these bacteria are harmless. The mouth acts as a point of entry to the digestive and respiratory systems. Some of the bacteria in the mouth can cause diseases in these systems.
What can be done to ensure good oral hygiene?
Good habits such as consistent and constant brushing and flossing of teeth can keep the mouth free of harmful bacteria and limit the chance of harmful bacteria entering the respiratory and the digestive systems. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day using a soft bristled brush and fluoride toothpaste, flossing daily, using mouthwash, eating less sugary food, replacing your toothbrush at least once in three months, and regular visits to the dentist will help you maintain good dental hygiene.
Why visit a dentist?
Our dentist will provide guidance and advice on how to maintain good oral hygiene and will treat any persisting dental problems. They will personalise the treatment to suit each individual’s needs. They will also help any patients decide which treatment method or option is most suitable to solve their dental problems.
What are some common dental problems?
There are many different types of dental issues patients face. Some of them are more common than others. Cavities, bleeding gums, missing teeth, bad teeth, broken teeth and periodontitis are some of the common dental problems many individuals experience. These conditions can leave individuals feeling less self-confident and influence other areas of their day-to-day activities. Thus these dental issues, if left untreated can affect the quality and wellbeing of an individual’s life.
What can be done for missing teeth?
There are several treatment options available for missing teeth Berkshire. The most common treatments are implants and bridges. Most often, implants are the preferred choice if an individual is missing just one tooth. A titanium screw will be implanted into the jawbone, with a prosthetic eventually attached once healed, to replace the missing tooth. If a single tooth, a porcelain crown will be fitted onto it so that the new fixture is indistinguishable from the surrounding teeth. The other option for missing teeth Berkshire is providing a bridge. A bridge is a fixture where artificial teeth are fixed onto a metal frame. This is often the most viable option for replacing several teeth, however implants can also be used to support bridges as well as dentures, making them much more secure in the mouth. These are some of the common treatment options for missing teeth Berkshire. Our dentist can evaluate each person’s needs and decide which treatment best suits them, to give them a fully functioning set of teeth once more.
