Have you ever felt sensitivity in your teeth? While pain caused by sensitivity to hot or cold foods can be a sign of a cavity, it could also be a symptom of sensitive teeth. Symptoms of Sensitive Teeth People with sensitive teeth may experience pain in response to different causes. The most common causes include: […]
Your teeth are a vital part of your body and it is important that you know how to look after them and attend regular dental appointments so that your dentists can look out for the things that you can’t see. Did you know about these unusual facts? Your Teeth Are Like Your Fingerprint This is […]
Thousands of years ago, when our jaws were wider and could accommodate our last molars, wisdom teeth allowed us to chew on tougher foods. Overtime we have developed smaller jaws which means there is less room for them to erupt. When Do Wisdom Teeth Come In? Wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent teeth […]
Now a days it is quite easy to get a replacement for a missing tooth, but not too far in the past, people would would go to extreme measures to try and replace their teeth. The First Dentures The Ancient Egyptians were the first to use dentures in 1500 BC. They were made from human […]
There are multiple choices of floss you can use, whether that is the floss picks or satin floss tape. Key Flossing Technique Make sure that you are using enough floss. Use a length of about 45cm. This may sound like a lot but you need to make sure you have enough to have a clean […]
Newby Dental Practice is proud to announce that we are now supporting Scarborough & District Minor League football. Our sponsorship will help support the league so that they can improve the way that football works for families. They do this using two initiatives: Firstly, using the Fixture List Planner. This has been rolled out to […]
Dental appointments shouldn’t only be made when you are in pain or have a problem. By attending regular appointments, you can prevent problems before they arise. In this article we will outline some of the reasons why you should be attending your dentist regularly. Check For Mouth Cancer Your dentist will perform an examination, looking […]
Gum disease is swelling of the gums and the structures that support your teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease, gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the swelling and redness of the part of your gum at the base of your teeth. Symptoms include bleeding gums when you brush, swollen gums, bad breath […]
Babies have a natural reflex for sucking their thumbs that can even begin before birth. Because it can sometimes help children feel secure and safe, it can often develop into a habit. Most children will stop sucking their thumbs on their own, usually between the age of 2 and 4. How Can Thumb Sucking Affect […]
In a recent article, the British Dental Association are calling for a change to be made to the surprising levels of sugar in some brands of baby food. Baby food pouches have become very popular among parents as they provide a convenient grab and go approach. However a recent study has found that some popular […]