Dental Information

Bad breath or halitosis is a more common problem than we like to think. It is often caused by the activity of bacteria in the mouth. There is no real proof but it is thought that most adults probably suffer from bad breath from time to time and on a regular basis a quarter will experience some degree of bad breath. This information page takes a look at what can cause bad breath and what dentists can do to possibly help.

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This information page summarises current thinking on the use of dental amalgam (metal Fillings). To date, much research has been done on the affects of mercury exposure from amalgam use in dentistry. Many countries are limiting the use of amalgam to lower chance of affect of mercury intoxication. Many dentists are moving away from the continued use of amalgam for cavities in favour of more durable and safer materials such as polymer-ceramics.

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A supplemental aid in keeping your teeth and gums in a healthy condition is by the use of dental floss. Survey show that only about 10% of people in the UK use the many dental cleaning devices available on the market today. With the use of floss, tape or event other inter-dental cleaning systems much benefit can be gained. This information page explains in much more detail these added benefits of flossing as well as explaining some of the available flossing products.

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Tooth brushing is such a familiar process that it is easy to forget how crucial it is to oral health and how important it is to brush properly. This information page answers questions about how long and how often we should brush. It also looks at tooth brushing technique, brush specifications and electric toothbrushes.

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A wide range of mouth rinses is on the market, from simple breath fresheners to products which make a real contribution to oral health. The British Dental Associations accreditation logo appears on certain mouth rinses, to help consumers identify those which have demonstrated health benefit with scientific evidence. This information page how mouth rinses can help keep gums and teeth healthy and looks at the ingredients of some of the mouth rinses on the market.

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Most people usually feel slightly anxious when visiting the dentist, but for some it can be a really daunting experience (dental phobics). This information page explains the problem and prevalence of dental phobia and some possible solutions.

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Each year in the UK there are over 2500 new cases of 'oral' cancer and about 1400 people die of the disease. Cancers in the mouth are difficult to treat, making early diagnosis especially important. Small cancers can be symptomless but small localised cancers are more curable than large cancers. This information page discusses the causes of oral cancer, its incidence, and what dentists are doing to try to contain this disease.

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