What Happens If You Don’t Replace a Missing Tooth? (It’s More Serious Than You Think)
Tooth loss is a common problem, especially as we get older. However, simply ignoring a missing tooth can lead to a wide range of future issues.
Is Airflow Suitable for Sensitive Teeth?
If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you’re likely all too familiar with the discomfort that comes with daily activities like sipping cold water, savouring a hot coffee, or even simply brushing your teeth. The thought of a dental cleaning might seem out of the question. But what if there was a gentler alternative? At our…
How We Remove Tartar for Beautiful, Healthy Smiles
A healthy smile starts with effective oral care, and an essential part of maintaining a natural radiance is by managing tartar. Tartar, or dental calculus, is the hardened form of plaque that can cause various dental problems, including bad breath, stains and gum disease if left untreated. Thankfully, modern dental techniques have advanced…
Why It’s Important to Visit a Bristol Hygienist
Why It’s Important to Visit a Bristol Hygienist When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, regular visits to a Bristol hygienist play a significant role. Many people underestimate the importance of these appointments, often prioritising visits to the dentist only when they experience pain or discomfort. However, seeing a hygienist on a routine…
What is Airflow and Guided Biofilm Therapy?
What is Airflow© and Guided Biofilm Therapy? Our team is very excited to announce two new offerings at The Bristol Dental Practice: Airflow and Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). These innovations are reshaping our approach to oral hygiene, offering our patients in Bristol cleaner, healthier smiles, and unmatched comfort during their hygienist visits. Curious…
“How Can I Improve My Smile?”
“How Can I Improve My Smile?” Have you been wanting to improve your smile lately? Well, you’re not the only one. A study conducted in the UK in 2019 revealed that 1-in-5 participants felt more self-conscious about their smile than their body, hair or skin (The Independent). It’s often the first thing people notice…
Will Smoking Put Your Dental Implants at Risk?
Getting one or more dental implants has the potential to change your day-to-day life, your oral health and the aesthetic of your smile. However, there are things that can threaten a successful outcome when you’re getting a dental implant. Today, we’re talking principally about smoking and why it can affect the healing period and result…
Spot the signs of Gum Disease
Spot the signs of Gum Disease Regular oral and dental hygiene appointments play a large part in your overall personal health and well-being. Here, we present you with just a few great reasons as to why our team at The Bristol Dental practice recommend you have them with us! What does a dental hygienist actually…
Keeping Your Teeth Healthy
Keeping Your Teeth Healthy Discussed By The Bristol Dental Practice One of the most frequent questions that is often asked by patients is how to keep their teeth healthy. If this is not a question that is on your mind then it is still important as healthy teeth and good practices can ensure that your…