Finding a dentist can seem impossible in this climate – with millions of NHS patients across the UK admitting they’ve given up waiting for appointments. The crisis has resulted in people going to extreme measures to deal with dental issues – such as living off soup and painkillers and ripping out their child’s tooth with pliers.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
However, if you find yourself in the (un)lucky position of laying back in a dentist’s chair – there are certain things that may make the process a little easier. Dr Khaled Kasem, Chief Orthodontist at Impress, told Bristol Post
there are six things he’d never do before an appointment – even if you’re just attending for a check up.
While a little tipple may help you sleep the night before a dental appointment, especially if you’re nervous – it’s best to avoid alcohol the day before (and the day of) your visit. This is because alcohol can make your mouth dehydrated, which is a common sign of other oral health issues and therefore could confuse an accurate diagnosis.
Again, whilst smokers may crave a cigarette to settle there nerves – it’s best to avoid smoking or vaping for at least 24 hours before you visit the dentist. Most people are aware that smoking isn’t good for your health, especially your teeth, but even one cigarette can discolour the teeth.
The last thing you want to do is turn up to your appointment with food stuck in your teeth, which can easily occur when snacking on items like nuts. It’s best to opt for softer foods that are also gentle on your tummy, such as scrambled egg.
Most of us start the day with a nice cup of tea or coffee – especially while the weather outside remains bleak and cold. But, hot drinks can cause tooth sensitivity and could tooth staining. Dr Kasem recommends only drinking water on the morning of your appointment.
Now, we know you don’t apply makeup to your teeth – but certain products could cause a problem. Dental tools like water sprays don’t bode well with lipstick or foundation – which could leave you looking a littlesmudgedafter your visit.
Many of us panic on the day of our dentist appointment, brushing our teeth for twenty minutes to ensure they’re sparkling clean. But, it doesn’t really work like that. Sticking to your normal brushing routine will help give your dentist an honest picture of your teeth and how you tend to look after them>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
