Our body is a complex machine. What we eat, definitely affects our general health and the health of our teeth and gums. As you’re likely to be aware, the more...
Read MoreDiabetes is on the increase for various reasons and at Brightside Dental, we see many diabetic patients. Most people will have friends or family members who are diabetic. Diabetes Week...
Read MoreIs your child playing with the toothbrush rather than getting any actual brushing done? Is the toothpaste falling off the bristles every time? Are they insisting on eating sweets before...
Read MoreThumbsucking (or finger sucking) can be an appropriate and useful behaviour for young children. It allows comfort and often entertain themselves. It’s often a dilemma as a parent whether to...
Read MoreOne of the main causes of damage to the teeth is due to erosion and it is something we are increasingly seeing with our patients. There are two main categories...
Read MoreSugar is your teeth’s unfavourable friend. Sugar-related dental problems remain one of the most widespread causes of poor oral health. By reducing the amount of sugar in your diet, it will...
Read MoreWe live in the real world. Sweet foods and chocolates are part of our everyday lives and its unrealistic to suggest that we will just stop having anything sweet. Every...
Read MoreA woman`s body is one of God`s most beautiful creation. The different stages of life: puberty, menses, pregnancy, and menopause have varied influences on oral health. During the menopause, women...
Read MoreThere can be many causes of missing and wobbly teeth. Dental implants are the ideal solution for replacing missing teeth. Here is our recent post about dental implants if you...
Read MoreMouth Cancer Awareness month is held in November every year and is supported by the Mouth Cancer Foundation and the British Health Foundation. As a result of this event, many...
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