The most obvious way of looking after the health of your teeth is by brushing and flossing regularly. This removes the plaque and bacteria that build up on the surface of the teeth and cause problems. London dentists recommend that you brush for at least three minutes, twice a day. This will remove sufficient amounts of plaque, while flossing will remove plaque and trapped food from the small gaps between the teeth.

However, dental hygiene of this sort, while important, is not always enough to ensure your teeth stay clean and healthy. It is also very important that you keep up regular six-month dental appointments with your London dentist. They will be able to check for the first signs of dental decay or infection that you may not have been able to prevent. They can also treat these initial symptoms, preventing the problem from getting any worse.

London dentists are also trained to look for the signs of more serious problems during dental check ups. This includes spotting the signs of oral cancer, which can be very serious and fatal if not treated early enough.

The bottom line is however, that the more often you visit your dentist for a check up, the healthier your teeth will be and the less likely you will need any kind of treatment in the future. This will save you both time and money, and help to keep your teeth looking clean and healthy.

The fine folks over at Gendex are currently offering US dentists an opportunity to win a free GSX-700 Digital Intraoral Sensor (Valued at $22,470) for your practice.

Gendex GXS-700 Features

If you’re not familiar with the Gendex GXS-700, here are some exciting features:

High Quality Image Capture

• Advanced CMOS sensor technology enhances image quality, elevating technical and diagnostic capabilities
• High-performance sensor captures high resolution images, providing more than 20 visible line pairs per millimeter
• Working within a wide dynamic range of x-ray exposure settings provides consistent image quality and repeatable results

Two Ergonomically Designed Sensor Sizes

• Size 1 and Size 2 accommodate children and adults
• Rounded corners and smooth edge finishes comfortably fit the anatomical shape of the oral cavity
• Durable materials and components increase the life span of the product

Direct USB Connectivity

• Ultra-portable sensors with Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity
• No need for USB controllers, adapters, or docking stations
• Low power consumption

For additional information regarding the GXS-700, visit the Gendex website.

How to Enter

Entering the Gendex GXS-700 Sweepstakes couldn’t be easier. Simply head on over to the Gendex website and fill in the Sweepstakes Entry Form. That’s it!

“I’m a 63 year old woman, who recently had to have #14 molar removed… a tooth that held a bridge. Very decayed… not a candidate for a root canal. My dentist cut the bridge, salvaging the front tooth that held the bridge, and my oral surgeon was able to extract the bad tooth (with the rest of the bridge attached). This was the only tooth in my mouth I wanted pulled (horrible pain) the other tooth missing on that side was a root canalled tooth with crown. The root cracked and had to be yanked. There’s another tooth missing on the other side (upper right jaw) from when I was a teenager (back molar…sorry, don’t know the #). I don’t want to get involved in bridgework there. Other than that, I have all the rest of my teeth (including 2 wisdom teeth). No fillings/decay at all in any of my front teeth and I even have 2 front molars without any fillings at all.

I looked into implants…. specifically for the upper left jaw where the bridge used to be. Expensive, to say the least. At 63, I really hesitate to spend thousands of dollars. The other option, of course, is an upper partial (3 teeth…2 on the left upper jaw and 1 on the right upper). Obviously, the less expensive option. Too, I’m not sure I want to deal with moving the sinus, bone grafts, etc. – again, lots of $$. This could be a possibility since we’re talking upper jaw.

I’ve been researching partials, and am really not sure I could ever get used to the metal bar that would rest against the roof of my mouth. What’s the scoop on the “flexible” partials? What if I were to just do the 2 teeth on the upper left hand side…with metal clips? How stable would that be?

I would appreciate any input/guidance. Thanks so much for reading.

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For many years, the world of orthodontics was dominated by the fixed metal, or train track brace. This is a tried and tested brace proven to be very effective. However, it did have some fairly obvious drawbacks. Firstly, the brace had a significant aesthetic impact, with its prominent metal brackets and wires, you could spot a fixed metal brace from a mile away. They also were uncomfortable, frequently causing patients irritation and discomfort, and all of this could last as long as three years.

Thankfully, over the last decade there has been an explosion in the way orthodontic treatments have been designed. Nowadays, a lot more attention is focused on making the treatment work for the patient and not the other way round. Braces such as Invisalign, Inman and the Six Month Smile are discreet, fast acting and use a lot less force to move the teeth into the desired position. For every patient there is now a brace to suit them and their needs. For a full range of the treatments available, make an appointment with your London dentist. They will be able to make an assessment about the condition of your teeth and their alignment and tell you which brace system will work best for you.