Lung and mouth cancer risk doubles

Mouth cancer screening at
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According to new research - people who smoke within five minutes of waking up are more at risk from the harmful effects of tobacco compared to those who waited for at least one hour. 

Apparently people who reach for a morning cigarette are doubling their risk of developing lung and mouth cancer.   

The time it takes for a person to light up is also an  indicator of their addiction to smoking. 

Tobacco use is still the biggest cause of mouth cancer, up to half of all smokers eventually dying of a tobacco-related illness, this research presents a clear warning to morning smokers. 

Given that mouth cancer is one of the few cancers predicted to rise over the next decade, Dr Nigel Carter OBE, Chief Executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, hopes smokers will take notice of the warning.  Dr Carter said:

 "Mouth cancer is a very real problem in the UK, latest figures show that it claims more lives than road traffic accidents do, and of more concern is that the disease is on the rise, indulging in a poor diet and the emergence of  HPV (the Human papillomavirus) transmitted via oral sex, are further lifestyle behaviours that are known risk factors for mouth cancer. The changing demographics of mouth cancer sufferers mean more people than ever before need to be aware of what these risk factors are”. 

This study presented in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention, included 1,945 participants from the 2007/2008 and 2009/2010 National Health and Nutrition and Examination Survey. 

The warning signs for mouth cancer include:-

• red and white patches in your mouth
• mouth ulcers which do not heal within three weeks
• unusual lumps or swellings in your mouth

 If in doubt, get checked out

Appledore patients are routinely screened for mouth cancer using traditional dental procedures along with the Velscope Early Detection Machine giving you much needed peace of mind.

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Amalgam fillings or white fillings?

In the 1800's due to its low cost, ease of application, strength, and durability, amalgam became the dental restorative material of choice.  Recently its popularity has diminished.  Concern for:- 

• aesthetics
• environmental pollution
• health

Plus the availability of improved, reliable, composite materials have all contributed to this downward shift.

Amalgam is an alloy of mercury and various metals used for dental fillings. It usually consists of 

• mercury 50%
• silver 22-32%
• tin 14%
• copper 8% 
• plus other trace metals

Concerns about the toxicity of mercury have made the use of amalgam increasingly controversial.

Amalgam fillings have to be removed safely to ensure you are not poisoned, when you decide to have your amalgam fillings removed call Appledore Dental Clinic Milton Keynes on 01908 230 209  

Amalgam filling

Removed and replaced with an
Appledore composite filling

  

Appledore Do Not Use Amalgam As It Is Toxic               

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What’s The Difference Between Dental Hygienists And Dental Therapists ?

Both of these people have an important role in promoting dental health,  but therapists are trained to a higher level and have more procedures they are allowed to offer you.

Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists both treat adults and children by carrying out a range of procedures, including:

☺ Scaling and polishing - cleaning your teeth professionally

☺ Applying fluoride and fissure sealants to teeth

☺ Taking dental x-rays

☺ Dental health education for children and adults

☺ Routine fillings for adults and children

☺ Using all materials except pre cast or pinned placements

☺ Extracting deciduous (first) teeth under local analgesia

Provided that they have completed appropriate training, (which the Appledore Milton Keynes Dental Therapist has) they can perform extended duties including:

☺ Pulp therapy treatment of children teeth

☺ Placing pre formed crowns on deciduous (first) teeth

☺ Emergency temporary replacement crowns and fillings

☺ Taking dental impressions

☺ Teeth whitening under the supervision of a dentist

☺ Teeth straightening under the supervision of a dentist

☺ Treating patients under conscious sedation provided the dentist remains in the surgery throughout the treatment.

Sarah Breen Therapist
Appledore Dental Clinic
Milton Keynes

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Happy Birthday Dr Teresa

Dr Teresa Day
Clinical Director and Founder of
Appledore Dental Clinic Milton Keynes

Birthday wishes to Dr Teresa

25 again :)

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Hate Your Smile ? Transform It Now !

Call me now on my 
Straight Teeth Hotline
07716 864 095

Find out how your smile could be improved by speaking with the award winning Dr Teresa Day Clinical Director and Founder of Appledore Dental Clinic Milton Keynes.

Contact the clinic now on 01908 230 209 and book your straight teeth consultation, this is FREE until the end of April 2013 (usp £97.00).

Places are limited so don't delay, book today and transform your smile and your life.

Dr Teresa says “Are you…

L Fed up with hiding your smile behind your hand ?

L Worried about projecting the wrong image every time you open your mouth ? 

L Missing out on the career progression you know you deserve ?

Call Dr Teresa on her Straight Teeth Hotline 07716 864 095 and let her advise you on modern dental solutions that will make you smile.

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BDA Good Practise Award - so what does this mean to me ?

Appledore Dental Clinic Milton Keynes Has The BDA Good Practise Award - But what does it tell you ? 


The BDA Good Practice Scheme is dentistry's leading quality assurance programme. By becoming members of the Scheme, your dental clinic has demonstrated a visible commitment to providing quality dental care to nationally recognised best practice standards. 

Clinic’s that meet the scheme standard are better positioned for meeting quality standards such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC). 

Recognising Commitment To Quality 

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her warm, friendly manner ...

Chrissy Smile Advisor
Appledore Dental Clinic Milton Keynes
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Just wanted to say how pleasant it is coming into the clinic and how friendly everyone is. Special thanks go to Chrissy. 

She is welcoming and friendly and always very helpful. 

She was the first person I spoke to on the phone, prior to my first visit to the clinic. It was her warm, friendly manner that encouraged me to find out more about the treatment and proceed. 

She always puts me at my ease. I hope she gets the praise and recognition she deserves.  

Kind regards, Mary Spence 

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