It is no secret that drinking plenty of water has many health benefits. It can improve our skin, energy, mood, and digestion. It is less commonly known that drinking plenty of water is also good for your teeth.
Here we look at the reasons why drinking water helps keep your teeth healthy.
Strength
Fluoride helps to strengthen your teeth. Water contains fluoride, either naturally or artificially. This means that drinking water is a fantastic way of strengthening your teeth. Fluoride is a natural mineral, so combining plain water with a good fluoride toothpaste will provide strength and protection for your teeth.
Cleanliness
Food and drink consumed throughout the day leave sugar and acid on the enamel of your teeth and in the crevices. This forms bacteria that can damage the tooth enamel. Drinking a glass of water after each meal will help wash away and dislodge food from your teeth, therefore reducing the build-up of bacteria. The water will dilute the acid in your mouth and reduce the risk of tooth decay. Fizzy water will not have the same effect, so be sure to use still, unflavoured water. Fruit juices and energy drinks are full of sugar or sweeteners, and highly acidic, so they should be avoided.
Hydration
A dry mouth is not pleasant. A lack of saliva can be harmful to your teeth as a dry mouth leaves them at risk of acid build-up and tooth decay. Drinking lots of water will increase the saliva production in your mouth and add protection to your teeth. Saliva plays a key part in washing away leftover food from your teeth. Water is the best way to stay hydrated, so it should always be your go-to whenever you are thirsty.
No sugar, fat, or calories
Water contains nothing bad for you. Sugar, acid, fat, and calories all hide away in the food and drink we consume daily. Water has no secret or harmful ingredients. It is meat-free, gluten-free, and guilt-free! There are many hidden calories and sugars in fizzy drinks and fruit drinks. Even smoothies can be crammed with calories. Water is the best and healthiest refreshment. It will not coat your teeth with unwanted contaminants, and it will not lead to weight gain.
Contact The Gallery Dental for information on the services that we offer on 01189 351505.
This payment plan provides for your routine preventive dental care and you pay for restorative treatment as you need it. It is easy to set up and no pre-assessment is necessary.
It includes:
Fees from £17.45
This provides cover towards dental implant treatment costs required as a result of dental injury where a tooth is damaged beyond repair. Implant cover can be added as an option to any of the above plans. Your dentist can discuss with you the best plan to suit your needs, and the monthly subscription cost.
Fees from £2.25 extra per month
Disclaimer:
All fees listed above include the cost of optional Denplan Supplementary Insurance, provided by Simplyhealth Access. During your application you will choose whether to add this optional cover to your plan or not. You will be given full details of the insurance’s benefits and information to help you decide if it is right for you. If you choose not to take out this optional insurance the plan’s monthly fee will reduce by 60p (the monthly cost of the insurance).
This is a monthly payment plan which helps you pay for your routine and restorative dental treatment. Your dentists will conduct a dental assessment and what you pay per month depends on your oral health, making sure you only pay for what you need.
It includes:
Fees from £18.95 – £42.95
This provides cover towards dental implant treatment costs required as a result of dental injury where a tooth is damaged beyond repair. Implant cover can be added as an option to any of the above plans. Your dentist can discuss with you the best plan to suit your needs, and the monthly subscription cost.
Fees from £2.25 extra per month
Disclaimer:
All fees listed above include the cost of optional Denplan Supplementary Insurance, provided by Simplyhealth Access. During your application you will choose whether to add this optional cover to your plan or not. You will be given full details of the insurance’s benefits and information to help you decide if it is right for you. If you choose not to take out this optional insurance the plan’s monthly fee will reduce by 60p (the monthly cost of the insurance).
To apply for finance, you will need to complete a simple, online credit application, which one of our staff can help you with. You can do this either in clinic or have it emailed for you to complete at home. You can borrow between £500 and £25,000, subject to status. You must be over 21 to apply, and you must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years. Repayments are made by easy monthly direct debit, starting one month after you sign the credit agreement, and are subject the usual guarantee from your bank. There is a statutory ‘cooling off’ period of 14 days after signature during which you can cancel the credit agreement with no cost to you. However, if you have started any treatment which would have been financed, you will have to make other arrangements to pay for it.
Credit is subject to status, affordability and applicable terms and conditions.
Disclaimer:
The finance is arranged through Chrysalis Finance Ltd., a company authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to carry out the regulated activity of credit broking under Firm Reference Number 631193.
*Amount of Credit £1,500.00. Total Amount Repayable £1,500.00. Repayable by 6 monthly payments of £250.00. Representative 0.0% APR variable. Finance is Subject to status and full terms and conditions apply.
York House Centre Limited trading as The Gallery Dental Centre of Excellence is an Appointed Representative of Chrysalis Finance Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to carry out the regulated activity of credit broking www.chrysalisfinance.com.
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