Ashfield Dental Clinic

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05/11/2025

🇬🇧Honouring Remembrance Day at Ashfield Dental Clinic 🇬🇧

This week, Ashfield Dental Clinic is dressed in solemn beauty as we pay tribute to Remembrance Day. Our team has thoughtfully adorned the clinic with symbolic touches of red poppies and respectful displays to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served.
We believe in the importance of remembering together. Whether you're visiting us for care or simply passing by, we invite you to take a moment of reflection with us. Lest we forget.

Bell’s palsy can appear overnight — one side of the face suddenly stops moving.The condition affects facial muscles when...
05/11/2025

Bell’s palsy can appear overnight — one side of the face suddenly stops moving.

The condition affects facial muscles when the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) becomes inflamed or compressed, leading to loss of control over expressions, blinking, and smiling.

The exact cause remains uncertain, but viral infections are strongly suspected. The herpes simplex virus (responsible for cold sores) is most often linked, followed by herpes zoster, Epstein–Barr, and Lyme disease. In some cases, trauma or autoimmune reactions may contribute.

Symptoms develop rapidly — facial drooping, uneven smile, drooling, speech difficulty, altered taste, or sensitivity to sound. In most cases, the condition is temporary, and recovery occurs within weeks to months.

04/11/2025

Ready for a smile makeover that changes how you feel every day?

At Ashfield Dental, we believe everyone deserves a smile they're proud of. Whether it's whitening, veneers, or a complete smile redesign, our friendly team is here to guide you with care and expertise.

Imagine walking into a room confident, knowing your smile reflects the best version of you. Our advanced cosmetic treatments are designed not just to improve your teeth, but to boost your confidence and brighten your life.

Curious about what a smile makeover could do for you? Let's chat—your dream smile is just an appointment away.

Book now and take the first step to a happier, healthier smile.

Mouth breathing does far more than just dry the mouth — it fuels cavities, gum inflammation, and lasting oral damage.Rec...
04/11/2025

Mouth breathing does far more than just dry the mouth — it fuels cavities, gum inflammation, and lasting oral damage.

Recent research shows that prolonged mouth breathing reduces saliva flow, disturbing the natural balance that protects teeth from bacterial acids.

With less saliva, harmful bacteria multiply rapidly, raising the risk of cavities, enamel erosion, and persistent bad breath.

Studies also link this constant dryness to gum inflammation and early signs of periodontal disease.

In growing children, mouth breathing can even affect facial growth and jaw alignment, leading to long-term developmental changes.

Addressing nasal obstruction and restoring healthy nasal breathing early can help protect teeth, gums, and overall oral health.

📚 Sources:
1. Soares ME da C. et al., Braz Oral Res., 2024 — Mouth breathing linked to higher anterior caries in children.
2. Ushanthika T., Sowmya K., J Res Med Dent Sci., 2022 — Mouth breathers showed significantly higher caries prevalence than nasal breathing

Thinking about cosmetic dental treatments? Early consultations offer more than just a smile makeover plan.They help us s...
03/11/2025

Thinking about cosmetic dental treatments? Early consultations offer more than just a smile makeover plan.

They help us spot potential issues before they become costly problems, tailor treatments to your unique needs, and ease any worries you may have.

At Ashfield Dental, we believe early advice leads to confident, lasting results. Book your consultation today and start your path to a healthier, brighter smile.

Thinking about cosmetic dental treatments? Here's why booking an early consultation can be your smartest move:- Explore ...
03/11/2025

Thinking about cosmetic dental treatments? Here's why booking an early consultation can be your smartest move:

- Explore options tailored to your unique smile goals before deciding.
- Avoid costly surprises by understanding procedures and pricing upfront.
- Start planning at your own pace, with no pressure.
- Benefit from expert advice that can improve your dental health as well as appearance.

At Ashfield Dental, we believe every smile begins with a friendly chat. Book your consultation today and take the first step towards the confident smile you deserve.

Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is one of the most common yet overlooked dental diseases in children worldwide. It often ap...
03/11/2025

Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is one of the most common yet overlooked dental diseases in children worldwide. It often appears as dark, decayed spots on the upper front teeth, while the lower front teeth remain unaffected. This distinct pattern isn’t random — it reveals how prolonged bottle-feeding, nighttime milk, and sugary liquids silently damage a child’s smile before school age.

Unlike typical cavities that start in hidden grooves, ECC attacks smooth tooth surfaces — a sign of how aggressive this disease is. The combination of frequent sugar exposure, poor cleaning, and bacterial activity (mainly Streptococcus mutans) fuels rapid destruction. Once enamel breaks down, pain, infection, and difficulty eating follow — often before the child learns to brush.

The good news: ECC is entirely preventable. Avoid letting a child sleep with a milk bottle, clean gums after feeding, and introduce cup drinking by the first birthday. Regular dental visits from age one can detect early white-spot lesions and stop the disease before irreversible damage. Protecting baby teeth means protecting the foundation for lifelong oral health.

Teeth aren’t tools 🦷❌⚒️Using teeth as tools may look cool — but it’s one of the most damaging habits.The sudden force ca...
02/11/2025

Teeth aren’t tools 🦷❌⚒️

Using teeth as tools may look cool — but it’s one of the most damaging habits.

The sudden force can cause cracks, chips, enamel fractures, and even root trauma.
Repeated stress may lead to tooth sensitivity, pulp infection, or complete tooth loss.

We often see such injuries from opening bottles, tearing packets, or biting hard objects.
Remember — teeth are meant for chewing, not for fixing, opening, or tearing.

If gums bleed while brushing, it’s like your skin bleeding when touched — a clear sign of inflammation, not “brushing to...
02/11/2025

If gums bleed while brushing, it’s like your skin bleeding when touched — a clear sign of inflammation, not “brushing too hard.”

Bleeding gums are an early symptom of gingivitis, caused by bacterial plaque that irritates gum tissues and weakens the fine capillaries beneath. Healthy gums never bleed — even slightly.

When left untreated, gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, where infection damages the supporting bone. This can lead to gum recession, loose teeth, and even tooth loss — often without pain until it’s severe.

The solution isn’t to brush harder. It’s to get a professional cleaning (scaling), improve brushing technique, and floss daily. Once the infection subsides, the bleeding stops — and that’s the real sign of gum health.

During sleep or periods of stress, jaw muscles can contract with five to six times the pressure of normal chewing — reac...
01/11/2025

During sleep or periods of stress, jaw muscles can contract with five to six times the pressure of normal chewing — reaching 250 to 700 psi. That’s enough force to fracture enamel, damage fillings, and even cause teeth to loosen over time.

Unlike normal chewing, which activates protective reflexes, sleep bruxism bypasses the body’s safety limits. The result: micro-cracks, enamel loss, and accelerated tooth wear that may go unnoticed until pain or breakage occurs.

Studies show that chronic grinding not only affects teeth but can also strain the jaw joints (TMJ), trigger morning headaches, and lead to facial muscle hypertrophy — giving a square or bulky jawline appearance.

Common triggers include stress, anxiety, sleep apnea, caffeine, and certain antidepressant medications. Early diagnosis is vital: once enamel is lost, it can’t regenerate.

Dentists often recommend custom night guards, stress-management techniques, and in severe cases, Botox injections to relax overactive jaw muscles.

🔹 Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional dental advice.

Your smile deserves the best care — and now is the perfect time to book your next dental check-up.Regular check-ups help...
01/11/2025

Your smile deserves the best care — and now is the perfect time to book your next dental check-up.

Regular check-ups help catch small issues before they become painful problems. Plus, they keep your teeth and gums healthy so you can smile confidently every day.

At Ashfield Dental, we offer gentle, thorough exams in a friendly and welcoming environment. Whether it's for your family or you, our experienced team is here to support your oral health.

Don't wait for discomfort to take action. Schedule your check-up today and enjoy peace of mind knowing your smile is in expert hands.

Book your appointment now: https://www.ashfielddental.com

Recent research has revealed something extraordinary — wisdom teeth may not be as useless as once thought. Studies sugge...
01/11/2025

Recent research has revealed something extraordinary — wisdom teeth may not be as useless as once thought. Studies suggest that the soft tissue inside these teeth contains mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) — the same powerful type used in regenerative medicine.

These MSCs have the remarkable ability to transform into heart cells, aiding in the repair of damaged cardiac tissue; neurons, which could help in treating brain injuries and neurodegenerative diseases; and bone or cartilage cells, useful in healing fractures and arthritis.

Scientists found that stem cells from wisdom teeth are easier to extract than bone marrow, non-controversial since no embryos are involved, and multiply rapidly in laboratory conditions, making them ideal for research and potential therapies.

This opens a fascinating door for future treatments of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, heart attacks, spinal injuries, and osteoporosis. In fact, some people are now banking their wisdom teeth, much like cord blood, to preserve their stem cells for future use.

What was once considered a mere evolutionary leftover might actually be the body’s hidden healing reserve — a natural backup kit for regeneration and recovery.

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