Conscious Sedation for nervous patients everywhere What is Conscious Sedation? It allows the patient to visit their dentist without any pre-visit nerves and enables the dentist to complete the course of treatment in fewer visits than they typically would. Sedation dentistry can be used for many dental treatments, allowing patients with different types of dental…
South East Cosmetic Dentistry – Invisalign We asked Dr Peter Philips how Invisalign aligners work Invisalign uses a series of custom-made, clear removable aligners to move teeth gradually. Treatment begins with an assessment, scans or impressions and a digital plan. Each aligner applies controlled pressure before being replaced by the next set. Regular dental reviews…
Find out how drinking alcohol in moderation can have health benefits and how much alcohol it is safe to drink. In this article: How alcohol lowers cholesterol and prevents heart disease Drinking safely and hangover cures Find out which are the healthiest types of alcohol Alcohol Information: Alcohol can Prevent Heart Disease Various studies have…
Top tips on how to stop smoking, get support and prepare for difficult situations when you stop smoking. In this article: Over 30 tips to help you quit. What to do if you relapse. Tell people you’ve quit, and you’re more likely to stop for good. Stop Smoking Tips: How Hard is it to Stop…
Dental problems can occur when we least expect them. They’re never fun to deal with, especially if it’s a painful toothache or receding gums affecting your appearance. Although brushing daily, flossing and having a healthy diet can greatly reduce the chances of having dental problems, common issues can plague those who least suspect it. We…
Health facts and information on high blood pressure and how you can reduce your high blood pressure risk. In this article: A silent killer: 16 million Brits diagnosed with high blood pressure. The effects of high blood pressure: Heart disease, heart attacks and strokes. Over 10 tips to reduce your blood pressure. Health facts and…
How healthy are you, really? Find out how your lifestyle could be putting your health at risk. In this article: How not getting enough sleep can lead to diabetes, heart disease and obesity The hidden health risks of binge drinking Why spending too much time as your risk could lead to scary health risks, including…
One drink does not equal one unit – some drinks contain far more alcohol than you think. How many units are in your favourite drink? In this article: How many units of alcohol do health experts recommend men and women should drink, plus the drunk driving limit Alcohol-related health risks and how much alcohol it’s…
In a scary new trend, more and more women are skipping meals in order to binge drink large amounts of alcohol and still stay thin. In this article: What is drunkorexia? The similarities between drunkorexia, anorexia and bulimics The consequences of excessive drinking on mental health. A new eating disorder known as ‘drunkorexia’ is a…
In this article: How smoking causes lung cancer What other types of cancer smoking causes Why half of smokers will eventually die prematurely What Types of Cancer Does Smoking Cause? Cigarette smoking is a major cause of cancer of the lungs, bladder, kidneys, larynx (voice box), pharynx (throat), lip, tongue, oesophagus, pancreas, nasal cavities and…
