One of the best ways for us to detect decay is by seeing you regularly for dental health assessments and oral hygiene appointments here at our dental practice in Clapham, London. This allows us to spot any issues before they have a chance to worsen and cause you pain. We do this by looking directly at the teeth and using advanced technology, such as intraoral cameras that allow us – and you – to see your mouth in precise detail. The dentists and hygienists at Crescent Lodge Dental Practice SW4 use this excellent piece of equipment for the early detection of decay and as an educational tool for highlighting any areas that you might be missing when brushing at home.

Additionally, we provide vital dietary and oral hygiene advice and offer children fissure sealants and fluoride varnishes. Another method we use to detect dental decay is through a dental x-ray. This is a quick and pain-free procedure that provides a high resolution, cross-section image of your tooth, which will highlight any areas where your tooth structure is damaged due to a build-up of bacteria – an early warning sign of dental decay. In order to make yours and your family’s dental and hygiene appointments more affordable, we offer a dental health plan that allows you to spread the cost into manageable monthly payments.

Although tooth decay is a common problem, it is often entirely preventable. The best way to avoid tooth decay is to keep your teeth and gums as healthy as possible.

To do this, you should:

• Brush your teeth with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day for two to three minutes each time
• Use floss or an interdental toothbrush at least once a day to clean between your teeth and under the gum line
• Avoid rinsing your mouth with water or mouthwash right after brushing – this washes the protective fluoride away; instead, just spit out any excess toothpaste
• Cut down on sugary and starchy food and drinks, particularly between meals or within the hour before going to bed

For more information about decay detection or to book a consultation at our dentist in London, please contact us today! Call us on 020 7622 5333, email reception@dentistsw4.com or complete our contact form.