Forest & Ray - Dentists, Orthodontists, Implant Surgeons

𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐚: Protecting Your Gum Health 🦷 𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐚, or gum tissue, forms a protective barrier around your teeth, preventing bacteria from reaching deeper layers. When gum health is compromised, issues like 𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐮𝐦𝐬 or infections can arise, potentially leading to 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬. At Forest and Ray, we focus on maintaining gingival health with regular cleanings, check-ups, and personalized care plans. Practicing good oral hygiene, including gentle brushing and flossing, is crucial to keeping the gingiva healthy and free of plaque buildup. Regular check-ups and professional cleanings also play a role in supporting healthy gums. Our clinic, located in 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 and 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐝𝐞𝐧, is close to 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐞 and 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 📍, serving postcodes 𝐄𝐂𝟏, 𝐒𝐖𝟏, and 𝐍𝐖𝟏. Visit Forest and Ray for comprehensive gum care to protect your gingiva and ensure a healthy, confident smile. 👉 If you're curious about the gingiva ...

Managing 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 from root canal infections 😖 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 around the gums or face is often a symptom of a root canal infection. When bacteria reach the tooth’s pulp, the body responds with inflammation, leading to visible swelling and tenderness. At Forest and Ray, we manage swelling caused by infections through 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲, which removes infected tissue and reduces inflammation, restoring dental health. If left untreated, swelling can worsen and spread, causing severe discomfort. Early treatment for persistent swelling is critical, as prompt care can prevent complications and maintain long-term health. Our dental practice is located in 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧, near 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐞 and 𝐒𝐨𝐡𝐨, accessible from postcodes 𝐖𝟏, 𝐍𝟏, and 𝐄𝐂𝟏 📍. Visit Forest and Ray for effective swelling management and personalized care to keep your smile healthy. 👉 If you're curious about swelling read our article below. Learn more Original post her...

Maintaining 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐲𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞 to Prevent Infections 🦷 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐲𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐞 is essential in preventing dental issues like 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐲 and infections that can progress to root canal treatments. By brushing twice daily and flossing, you remove 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐪𝐮𝐞 buildup that harbors bacteria, preventing them from reaching the tooth pulp. At Forest and Ray, we stress the importance of a daily oral hygiene routine to keep your teeth and gums healthy and reduce your risk of infections. Incorporating mouthwash into your routine can further reduce bacteria, especially for patients with previous dental procedures, as this helps protect vulnerable areas. Regular check-ups ensure any issues are caught early before they cause major concerns. Located in 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐝𝐞𝐧, 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧, and 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐲, close to 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 areas like 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 and 𝐒𝐨𝐡𝐨 📍, our clinic is accessible from postcodes 𝐄𝐂𝟏, 𝐒𝐖𝟏, and 𝐍𝟏. Visit Forest and Ray...

Understanding and Treating 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 🦷 A 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 occurs when bacteria reach the innermost part of the tooth, the 𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐩, which contains nerves and blood vessels. If untreated, it can lead to intense pain and more severe complications. Common causes include 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐲, trauma, or leaky fillings that allow bacteria to enter the tooth 😖. At Forest & Ray, we offer comprehensive 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 to treat infections and restore dental health. The procedure involves removing the infected pulp, thoroughly cleaning and shaping the root canals, and sealing the tooth with a filling. A crown is often placed over the tooth for strength and functionality. Recognizing symptoms like intense pain, sensitivity, and swelling is essential for early intervention. Our dental practice is conveniently located in 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐝𝐞𝐧, 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧, and 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐲, close to 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 la...

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𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: the key to 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 & 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐠𝐮𝐦𝐬 🦷💧 At 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 & 𝐑𝐚𝐲, we understand that bad breath can be a troubling sign of gum disease, particularly when caused by 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐮𝐩 that only deep cleaning can address. For patients experiencing halitosis related to periodontal concerns, 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (SRP) can significantly improve oral health and freshen breath. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠? scaling and root planing is a 𝐭𝐰𝐨-𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 involving: - Scaling: removal of plaque and tartar from both above and below the gum line. - Root planing: smoothing the roots of teeth to prevent further bacterial buildup and to help gums reattach. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 🌬️🦷 - Reducing bacteria - Smoothing rough root surfaces - Restoring gum hea...