by PMA Dental Care | Apr 1, 2015 | News
FROM THE 1st OR APRIL 2015 NHS Dental charges are changing. Children and those on certain benefits are exempt from paying NHS dental charges. The 2015 NHS dental charges will be: Band 1 (i.e. checkup) will be £18.80. Band 2 (i.e. fillings) will be £51.30 Band 3 (i.e....
by PMA Dental Care | Feb 27, 2015 | Notes
MOST PEOPLE CLENCH or grind their teeth from time to time. However, if you’re doing so frequently – especially while you’re sleeping – you may be damaging your teeth. The Harmful Effects If you grind your teeth at night (also called bruxing),...
by PMA Dental Care | Feb 13, 2015 | Education
DENTISTS STRONGLY SUGGEST, that we replace our toothbrushes every 3–4 months for maximum effectiveness. Know When To Say Goodbye Take a close look at your toothbrush bristles. Are they frayed? Smashed? Discolored? Kinda gross? It’s time for a new toothbrush. If...
by PMA Dental Care | Jan 23, 2015 | Education
WE KNOW that frequent snacking on processed, sugary foods isn’t kind to the waistline. But what about its effects on your oral health? As we eat, naturally occurring bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars. This produces acid. When acids aren’t cleared away,...
by PMA Dental Care | Jan 2, 2015 | Education
FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, dental care can be challenging. In some cases, limited coordination can make brushing and flossing tricky. In other cases there may be less access to professional care. Some patients may experience high anxiety levels...
