The Importance of Oral Health and Mouth Awareness
11/11/2020 by Dental DesignWe would like to reassure you that Dentistry@68, is still open and we will continue to deliver high-quality dental care and facial aesthetics throughout the duration of the restrictions. We provide these treatments in our safe and hygienic dental practice in Poole. You will be extremely well looked after by our friendly and professional team, who are dedicated to making your visit relaxed yet safe.
Safe Hands
As you will know if you have already visited us this year, we have made some changes at the practice to ensure the safety of our patients and staff since Covid-19 hit the UK. These changes include fitting new air filtration systems, each surgery has its own PPE washing bin and the PPE is changed between patients. We initiate daily Covid-19 screenings for all our staff and of course, social distancing is in place in all areas.
We have also invested in special decontamination equipment, which we use between every patient to create an extra safe environment.
Care at Home
Although our practice is a safe and hygienic environment, we know that some people are not quite ready to venture out to their dental appointments yet. If you are unable to visit our dental practice for any reason, please don’t worry, there are good oral practices you can do at home until you are able to come and see us again.
- Brush twice a day with circular movements and right up to the gum line
- Floss every day – if you have tight gaps between your teeth, try dental tape, which is thinner, or inter-dental brushes, as you can buy various sizes to suit
- Don’t forget to brush your tongue – you can even buy a specific tongue scraper but do it gently
- Consider mouthwash – it prevents plaque build-up and freshens breath
- Limit your sugary and acidic foods – these are what can cause cavities in your teeth
- Drink plenty of water – this is great for overall health, including dental and facial health
Mouth Cancer Action Month
This November is Mouth Cancer Action Month. Here at Dentistry@68 we always check our patients for any signs of mouth cancer when our patients attend. However, it is important to know any signs of mouth cancer so you can also check at home. Early diagnosis is so important with cancer. The earlier cancer is detected the better prognosis for recovery. That is why Mouth Cancer Action Month is so important, to deliver the message to be mouth aware and how to spot the signs of oral cancer.
Be Mouth Aware – signs and symptoms of mouth cancer
Mouth cancer can occur in a number of places, including the lips, tongue, gums, and cheeks. Things to look out for include:-
- Ulcers, which don’t heal within 3 weeks
- Red & white patches in the mouth or on your cheeks
- Lumps or swellings in the mouth, or head and neck
- Changes in colour or texture on the tongue
- Sores on the inside of the lips or new lumps or changes in texture
If you have any doubts, please just get it checked out with us. There is also more information about mouth cancer available to download here.
Thank You
If you have already booked an appointment with us, these will remain in place and there is no need to re-book them. If you do wish to reschedule your appointment, please do contact the friendly team and they can help you with that.
We know it has been a challenging time this year and we would like to thank all of our patients for your continued loyalty to the practice and for allowing us the opportunity to look after your dental and facial aesthetics needs.
If you do have any concerns or worries about your oral health or visiting the practice, please do give us a call on 01202 687 087 or you can email info@dentistry68.co.uk We will be happy to help and we look forward to seeing you all again soon.
From all of us at Dentistry@68
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