02 October 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
4 SIMPLE WAYS TO REDUCE SUGAR IN YOUR CHILD’S DIET In 2016-2017, children and teenagers in England had multiple teeth extracted under general anaesthetic 42,911 times (170 a day). Each procedure involves a child having a general anaesthetic and at least two teeth removed. The main factor in the cause of tooth decay is sugar. … Continue reading “4 SIMPLE WAYS TO REDUCE SUGAR IN YOUR CHILD’S DIET”
30 July 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
What to do in case of an injury of a permanent tooth Almost 50% of the children will have some type of injury to a tooth during childhood. Tooth injuries occur after a fall, sport injury or fight and the upper front teeth are the most commonly affected. When to see a dentist You should … Continue reading “What to do in case of an injury of a permanent tooth”
23 July 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Looking after your Dental Implants Bacteria around dental implants can infect the surrounding bone and gums causing swelling, discomfort, bone loss and if not treated early implant failure. It is important to keep your implants free from plaque with good oral hygiene at home and regular appointments with your dentists and your hygienist. Peri-Implant disease … Continue reading “Looking after your Dental Implants”
22 May 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
How Technology Aids Dental Implant Therapy Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of your missing teeth. They are inserted into your jawbone and after a short healing period a natural looking porcelain crown is attached. Dental implants are considered todays preferred solution to the problem of missing teeth. They have been … Continue reading “How Technology Aids Dental Implant Therapy”
30 April 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Should I be rinsing my mouth with water after I brush? Most of us were taught to rinse our mouth with water after brushing our teeth. In this way we remove any excess of the toothpaste and we wash away all of that bacteria that came off our teeth during brushing. Surprisingly, according to the … Continue reading “Should I be rinsing my mouth with water after I brush?”
13 March 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Keeping your denture clean A removable denture can be a predictable method to replace your missing teeth either as a permanent solution or a temporary treatment before the final replacement of your teeth with bridge or implants. Just like natural teeth, your dentures collect bits of food, plaque and tartar. By keeping them clean you … Continue reading “Keeping your denture clean”
05 March 2018 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Why not to straighten your teeth with the latest technology What is Invisalign treatment? Invisalign is the latest technology in straightening your teeth based on the 3D computer-imaging technology. Even before starting your treatment you can see your complete treatment plan from the initial position of your teeth to the final desired result. How does … Continue reading “Why not to straighten your teeth with the latest technology”
01 November 2017 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Tips to help with your sensitive teeth Having sensitive teeth can be very uncomfortable every time you eat something cold, hot or sweet, but there is no need to put up with it. At KF Dental in Leith Edinburgh our dentists understand how your teeth sensitivity can affect your routine and keeps you from enjoying … Continue reading “Tips to help with your sensitive teeth”
24 October 2017 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Mouth Cancer Mouth cancer is a dangerous abnormal growth that can affect any part of the mouth. Although until recently mouth cancer was more common in people over the age of 50, it is becoming more frequent in younger patients. More than 1,800 people in the UK lose their life to mouth cancer every year … Continue reading “Mouth Cancer”
23 October 2017 by FOTIOS PAPPAS
Which toothpaste shall I use? This is one of the most frequent questions by our patients. We recommend any fluoride toothpaste that is CE approved, but there are different toothpastes for specific dental problems. Fluoride is the most important component of your toothpaste. The tooth caries begins with dental plaque that build on the … Continue reading “Which toothpaste shall I use?”
