4 Cambridge Terrace
Scarborough
North Yorkshire
YO11 2LQ

Tel. 01723 362020

Opening Hours
Monday to Friday from
8.30 - 17.00

We are open during
lunch time

 

 

Prevention

Decay may not initially cause discomfort, however the tooth is still deteriorating. Using Powerful Lighting It Is Easier To Detect Decay At An Early Stage To Prevent Excessive Tooth Damage. When Cavities Are Small They Are Much Easier And Less Expensive To Treat.

early Tooth Decay Does Not Tend To Show Many Physical Signs, Sometimes The Tooth Looks Healthy, But Your Dentist Will Be Able To See From An X- Ray Whether You Have Any decay.

Bad Breath

Bad Breath Is A very Common Problem And There Are Many Different Causes. Persistent Bad Breath Is Usually Caused By The Smelly Gases Released By Bacteria That Coat Your Teeth And Gums, However, Strong Foods Like Garlic And Onions Can Add To The Problem.

Smoking Is Also One Of The Main Causes Of Bad Breath ,Along With Certain Illnesses Such As Nasal And Stomach Conditions. Bits Of Food That Get Caught Between The Teeth And On The Tongue Will rot And Can Sometimes Cause An Unpleasant Smell.

so Correct And Regular Brushing Is Very Important To Keep Your Breath Smelling Fresh. The Bacteria On Our Teeth And Gums (Plaque) Also Cause Gum Disease And Dental Decay. If You See Your Dentist Regularly This Will Not Only Help Prevent Bad Breath But Will Also Let The Dentist Look For And Treat These Problems. more info

Mouth Cancer

Mouth Cancer Is A Malignant Growth Which Can Occur In Any Part Of The Mouth, Including The Tongue , Lips And Throat. Mouth Cancers Have A Higher Proportion Of Deaths Per Number Of Cases Than Breast Cancer, Cervical Cancer Or Skin Melanoma.

The Mortality Rate Is Just Over 50%, despite Treatment With About 1,700 Deaths Per Year In The UK. This Is because of Late Detection. Visit Your Dentist At Once If You Notice Any Abnormal Problems Or Not Sure Six-Monthly Dental Checkups Allows Early Detection. more info

Mouth Cancer Foundation

The MCF Web Site Aims To Help Patients And Carers Find Free Information On Mouth Cancers Easily. It Provides Direct Links To The Relevant Sections Of Existing Cancer Sites And Includes Patient Experiences As well As Online Support group. more info

Giving Up Smoking

It’s Not Easy … So That’s Why This Website Is Here. Giving Up Smoking Requires Preparation , Determination, And Support. This Site Is Here To Help You With Each Of These. If You’re Thinking About Giving Up Then Have A Look. more info

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