bob-snowzells-blog: Is paying for dental care a waste of money?

Dental Pain Control

There is nothing worse than to experience dental pain and
having to take a trip to the dentists. But finding a solution
is dependant on identifying the factors that cause the pain.

It is important to bear in mind the age, whether pregnant, or a nursing mother along with other possible dental conditions. Also allergies, such as
asthma, have to be considered.

In the vast majority of cases, dental pain can be controlled in the short term by the use of paracetamol, aspirin & ibuprofen. These can be
obtained without the need of a prescription, and are ready available for most shops. Only a small number of dental pain cases require a visit to your
general practitioner, or dentist for some much needed dental care.

Crooked teeth

Crooked teeth are straightened by the use of special devices and techniques [orthodontics]. An orthodontist is a dentist who has been specially trained
to use a selection of braces (orthodontic appliances), both fixed and removable, to improve the appearance and health of the teeth and gums.

Ulcers of the Mouth

An ulcer is any breakdown of the lining of the mouth, which includes the cheeks, tongue, gums, lips and roof of the mouth. The raw area of an ulcer is
often very sensitive and painful.

Some ulcers appear as single ulcers; some ulcers arrive in groups. Some heal quickly leaving no mark behind, and some heal leaving a scar that may be
noticeable for some time. Some ulcers appear and then disappear never to return, others may keep coming back again and again.

A single ulcer, which is not healing and which has been present for more than 10 days should be looked at by your dentist. If there is no good reason
for the ulcer not healing, it should be investigated further to exclude a possible cancer. Most ulcers however are not malignant and can be explained
after the dentist has asked about different features of the ulcer.

A dentist can look at the ulcers about which there are worries. If the dentist feels it is appropriate, they may refer to a hospital specialist, such
as a consultant in Oral Medicine, for further investigation and/or treatment.

Teetth Whitening and Bleaching

Tooth discolouration can be a result of either extrinsic (surface stain) or intrinsic (internal stain) factors. As a general rule our teeth become
darker as we become older - it is part of the normal ageing process. The deciduous or milk teeth have a much whiter appearance than their permanent
successors. Many people would prefer their teeth to be whiter and so look at various teeth whitening and bleaching options.

Regular visits to the dentist or hygienist and proper tooth brushing are all an essential part of maintaining good oral hygiene, a healthy mouth and
clean teeth.

Bleaching is the use of chemical agents to produce an oxidation of the discolouring molecules within the tooth. It is not a temporary process. A
dentist using chemical agents can also remove superficial stains such as tobacco, tea and coffee.

So it pays to take time and effort to care for your teeth. Leave too late and it will be ‘too late’!

Wrenthorpe Dental care, based in Wakefield city centre and offer a great service, including cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening & general
dentistry.

They have competitive prices, with some prices below the NHS equivalent.

Below is a short video of their services.