How smoking affects your gums, teeth, breath, healing and long-term oral health Stopping smoking is usually talked about in terms of lungs, heart health and breathing. Your mouth deserves a place in that conversation too. Smoking affects much more than the colour of your teeth. It changes the way your gums respond to bacteria, makes…
When the weather warms up, most of us naturally drink more. That is a good thing. But what we choose to sip through the day can make quite a difference to our teeth. If you are reaching more often for fizzy drinks, iced coffees, fruit juices or flavoured drinks to cool down, your smile may…
Snoring is one of those things people tend to put up with for far too long. It becomes the reason nights feel broken, the thing that keeps disturbing someone else’s sleep, the problem people adapt to instead of getting checked. But snoring is not always just noise. Sometimes it is simple snoring. Sometimes it is…
Pregnancy and Your Smile Pregnancy changes so much: your energy, your sleep, your appetite, your body. Your mouth changes, too. A lot of women notice their gums bleeding more easily, feeling puffier, or becoming more sensitive than usual. That can feel unsettling, especially if your teeth and gums were never “an issue” before. The good…
Wearing clear aligners makes you notice everything a bit more. A coffee. A snack. A quick “freshen up” before you put the trays back in. And then the question comes up:“Can I use mouthwash while I’m wearing aligners?“ Yes. But with aligners, the mouthwash you choose and the moment you use it can make the…
You’re not looking for a new hobby. You’re looking for straighter teeth that fit into your routine. Let’s talk about how long Invisalign really takes. You can want to fix crowding or an overbite and still want to eat normally, speak confidently, take photos without thinking, and not feel like your teeth are “the main…
If you’ve been told you need a filling, it’s normal to pause at the next question: silver or white? Both are trusted ways to repair a tooth affected by decay; they simply behave differently in how they look, how they’re placed, and how they hold up over time. At Longwood House Dental Care, we like…
If your top teeth sit too far over your bottom teeth, chewing can feel awkward, your jaw can ache, and your teeth can wear faster than they should. Invisalign can correct many overbites with clear, removable aligners that nudge teeth and bite into a better position. The big question: how long does it take? For…
Amalgam fillings, commonly referred to as silver fillings, have been a mainstay in dentistry for over a century due to their durability and ability to withstand the pressures of chewing. Lately, more patients are asking to replace them with tooth-coloured, mercury-free options for comfort or appearance. Removal is generally safe, but it helps to know…
