Wisdom teeth are the last molars on each side of the jaws. They are the last teeth to emerge, or erupt, usually when a person is between 16 and 20. […]
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March 19th, 2014Sedation Dentistry For A No Fear, Relaxing Dental Experience
March 13th, 2014If you feel worried or anxious about having dental treatment carried out, there is no reason to stop this from you improving the health of your mouth or the way your smile looks. Intravenous sedation is one of the many services we offer at Brightside Dental for people who are nervous about undertaking a dental […]
Read morePregnancy And Dental Treatment
March 7th, 2014During pregnancy you may go through many changes in your diet and lifestyle for example cutting out alcohol and certain foods. It is important to be aware that there can be changes in the health of your mouth as a result of being pregnant. Changes in hormones during pregnancy can have an impact on the […]
Read more7 Tips To Prevent Children Being Scared Of Visiting The Dentist
February 27th, 2014Being scared of visiting the dentist is one of the most common fears in adults. It is often common for children to also be afraid of going to the dentist. It is important to realise that nobody is born with fears, it’s something that can appear over time. Dental anxiety is often caused by a […]
Read moreDo You Know Someone Who Has Had A Knock To Their Mouth And Damaged Teeth As A Result?
February 20th, 2014Most people know someone who has damaged their front teeth as a result of an injury or accident, such as a fall, a knock to the face or a sporting injury. In many instances, the damage can be prevented. Dentists advise that you do not use your teeth for activities they are not designed for, […]
Read moreVisit To Osidge School By Brightside Dental
February 12th, 2014I was honoured to be asked by my children’s school – Osidge Primary School in Southgate to speak with the nursery children about what I do. The children were aged 3-4 years old and some of whom had experienced visiting the dentist before and some had not. We spoke about good and bad foods and […]
Read moreDo You Have Missing Teeth Which Cause Difficulty In Eating Or Embarrassment Socially?
January 23rd, 2014Many people lose teeth for varying reasons, for example due to dental decay, gum disease or trauma. Missing teeth can lead to many problems such as difficulty in eating and speaking as well as embarrassment and a loss in confidence. It doesn’t have to be this was as there are a number of options available […]
Read moreDo You Know How Much Sugar Is In The Food And Drink You Have?
January 16th, 2014Sugar has been prominent in the news recently. It has long been know that sugary foods and drinks contribute to an increased risk of dental decay. The intake of sugar in our diet has generally increased in recent years and seems to have led to an increase in dental problems as well as other health […]
Read moreHow Would You Like To Have Straighter, Whiter Teeth This Year?
January 10th, 2014Many people make New Year’s resolutions and studies have found that most people fail with these. For example, do you know of anyone who joined the gym in January, only to stop going a few weeks or months later – maybe that’s been you? You can say goodbye to twisted or crooked looking teeth this […]
Read moreSay Goodbye To Stained And Discoloured Teeth With Teeth Whitening
November 21st, 2013Most people’s teeth naturally discolour as we get older and some people’s teeth start at a yellower colour from a young age. Most of the things that people enjoy such as tea, coffee, smoking and red wine that can stain your teeth over time and leave you feeling less attractive. Fortunately, teeth whitening treatments are […]
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