General Questions
- How do I become a patient at your practice?
- What is preventative dentistry?
- What is gum disease?
- What is gingivitis?
Call us on 0247 6505 444 a member of the reception team is always on hand to take your call during working hours, and will promptly get back to messages left on the answer machine out of hours.
Alternately email us at enquiries@murray-dental.com or pop by the practice at:
282 Daventry Road, Cheylesmore, Coventry, CV3 5HL
Preventive dentistry is the modern way of reducing the amount of dental treatment necessary to maintain a healthy mouth. With the joint efforts of the dentist, the hygienist and the patient, the aim is to prevent the need for treatment, and so avoid the traditional pattern of fillings and extractions. It is likely that a course of treatment will be recommended to get your mouth into excellent condition, and a plan worked out to help you keep it that way.
Gum disease is described as a swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease.
Gingivitis means ‘inflammation of the gums.’ This is when the gums around the teeth become very red and swollen. Often the swollen gums bleed where are brushed during cleaning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is periodontal diseases?
Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal diseases. There are a several types of periodontal disease and they all affect the tissues support the teeth. As the disease gets worse the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw is lost, making the teeth loose. If this not treated, the teeth may eventually fall out.
How will smoking affect my gums and teeth?
It is best to discuss this with your dentist first, but you could take your baby to your own routine check-up. This can help the baby to get used to the surroundings. Your dentist will be able to offer advice and prescribe medicines for teething pains and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. The baby’s own check-ups can start any time from about 6 months or from when the teeth start to appear.
When should I take my baby to the dentist for the first time?
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What is orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening or moving teeth, to improve the appearance of the teeth and how they work. It can also help to look after the long-term health of the teeth, gums and jaw joints by spreading the biting pressure over all the teeth.