We then check the health of your teeth, and the health and stability of your restorations. We check for plaque – if it’s there it’s not healthy. We do a special check of your gums to see if you have signs of gum disease. Smoking and plaque make gum disease worse, and may cause you to lose teeth. We see ourselves very much as a family dental practice. Dental care starts from birth with Childsmile. Your health visitor or public health nurse will introduce you to Childsmile, give you oral health advice and provide you with a free toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Aim to register your baby with us soon after birth or at least as soon as the first tooth appears. From then on, take your child to the dental practice every six months, or as advised by your dental team. Starting as early as possible helps them to get used to the sights, sounds and smells of a dental practice.
