by Luc Wade | Oct 23, 2019 | Blog
Two common causes of receding gums are gum disease (periodontitis) and trauma from tooth brushing. If the cause is periodontal disease, management involves treating and stabilising the disease in order to prevent further destruction. If tooth brushing trauma is the...
by Luc Wade | Jul 18, 2018 | Blog
We have reason to celebrate! Pure Periodontics have been awarded two prestigious national honours at the 2018 Dental Awards as winners of: National Dental Practice of the Year AND Dental Practice of the Year – South. To be formally recognised as a practice excelling...
by Luc Wade | Jul 11, 2018 | Blog
What does the evidence tell us? Preliminary research shows that a woman’s chances of getting pregnant can depend on how well she looks after her teeth and gums. Researchers report that the effect of gum disease on conception is about the same order of magnitude...
by Luc Wade | Jun 25, 2018 | Blog
Talking from experience as a bride on my wedding day, it is the most I have ever smiled in one day; both for the camera and those nearest and dearest. Not to mention the number of intimate kisses you share with your husband or wife on the day. We put a lot of pressure...
by Luc Wade | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog
Periodontal disease and the negative effects it can have on our unborn babies Did you know that gingival inflammation is likely to increase during pregnancy, even when good oral hygiene is being maintained? This can lead to the progression of gum disease, a potential...
by Luc Wade | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog
How can smoking affect not only your general health but also your oral health? Quick Facts: Tobacco is one of the leading causes of mouth cancer in the UK Smokers are up to 6 times more likely to show destruction of the periodontal tissues than a non-smoker Smokers...
