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What is oral health education?
During an oral health education appointment, our dental clinician will provide valuable information on maintaining optimal oral hygiene, via brushing techniques, flossing, and the use of mouthwash. Nutritional guidance will also provided to help you understand the impact of diet on the health of your teeth and gums.
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How can oral health education help me or my children?
Understanding the importance of brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral issues. Educating children early instills lifelong habits that contribute to overall well-being.
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Are oral health education appointments suitable for everyone?
Yes. Studies have shown that oral health education can reduce the incidence of dental diseases such as cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer. Oral health education empowers families to maintain healthier smiles and reduces the risk of costly dental treatments in the future.
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How long is an oral health education appointment?
The appointment typically lasts for 30 minutes. As well as advising you, our dentist will take the time to thoroughly answer any questions you may have.
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When will I notice the difference after utilising oral health tips from my dentist?
The time it takes depends on the initial condition of your teeth and gums and the consistency of your oral care routine. You may start to see improvements in as little as a few days to a couple of weeks. Enhanced brushing and flossing techniques can lead to reduced plaque and fresher breath within a short period. However, more significant changes, such as improved gum health or reduced tooth sensitivity, may take several weeks to a few months of diligent care.
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Can oral health education help adults as well as children?
If you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity, toothache, or other recurring issues, this appointment could empower you to change how you brush your teeth and reduce oral discomfort. Oral health education appointments are suitable for everyone, but adults, children and adolescents who haven’t been practising good oral hygiene stand to gain the most.
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What results can I expect from oral health education?
Once you put your brushing and diet tips into practise, you should notice sweeter smelling breath, improved gum health, reduced tooth pain, cleaner, brighter teeth and fewer cavities going forwards.
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Oral Health Education
Oral health education from the dentist can significantly benefit both adults and children. Understanding proper dental hygiene can prevent common issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, and oral cancer, which currently affect large numbers of the population.
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Set your kids up for a future of healthy teeth and gums
For children, early education fosters lifelong habits, promoting healthier teeth and gums as they grow. Additionally, visits to the dentist can alleviate fears and establish a positive relationship with oral care. Overall, an oral health education appointment aims to empower you with knowledge to maintain optimal oral health.
- Achieve cleaner teeth and gums
- Gain sweeter-smelling breath
- Avoid cavities
- Avoid gum disease
- Know what to do when you experience symptoms of oral conditions
Our Treatment Process
1. Your Consultation
Our dentist will review your oral habits; how frequently you brush your teeth, along with the technique you use. This will help them assess how they can best support you in achieving whiter, cleaner teeth.
Our Treatment Process
2. Your Treatment
Out dentists and dental hygienists tailor their advice and techniques for brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash effectively, to each patient. As well as educating you, or your child, on the brushing and flossing techniques, you’ll need to employ to reduce the issues you’re having, they may also advise on diet.
Our Treatment Process
3. Aftercare
Our dentist doesn’t just want to resolve the issues you’re having now. They’ll also educate you on recognising the early signs of gum disease, such as bleeding gums and bad breath, so you can seek help before it gets serious.
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If you’d like to learn how to improve your oral health, or you’d like your children to improve their own brushing techniques, please get in touch to make an oral health education appointment.
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