Wimbledon Whites

It's that time of year again. Wimbledon fortnight is here & one way or another, we will be keeping track of the game, whether it be glued to the TV screen, rummaging through the papers, or if you’re lucky enough, be at the All England Club soaking up the amazing atmosphere.

All our eyes are on the players, and to go along with their smart 'Daz' white tennis kit, they need to be sporting a squeaky clean smile which they can show off to the world! Notice I used the phase, squeaky clean as apposed to perfect, straight or blinding white? I thought this was more appropriate & I’ll explain why. Recently someone asked why Andy Murray has 'all this money' & hasn't yet had his teeth 'done'? Due to having a career in the dental industry, teeth tend to be the first thing I look at, but if I'm honest, Andy Murray's didn't stand out to me. I decided to look at a photo of him and try and find out why people feel Andy Murray should revamp his smile. Whilst looking into it, I found an article about a patient speaking to their dentist about Andy Murray’s teeth & this is what it said:

"I saw my dentist today. He plays tennis and is a tennis fan. He says Andy Murray's teeth appear perfectly normal. He says Murray's "canine" teeth are longer than the neighbouring teeth, which is normal. Many people do not have this, because they grind their teeth in their sleep and the canines get worn down. He says Murray looks like he is not a grinder, which could mean despite his court demeanour, he could actually be a relaxed person."

I thought this was great! People, including myself have a perception of what a beautiful, perfect smile is, due to what the media etc. say it is. People often forget that every smile is unique and adds character. In my opinion, as a person is happy with their smile and it is dentally healthy & well looked after, It can be the most beautiful smile for the individual.

I hope you enjoy the tennis & Andy Murray's winning (fingers crossed!!) smile.

 

 

 

Amber

The best Fashion Accessory at Royal Ascot? A smile!

A highlight on the British calendar will be Royal Ascot

A day at Royal Ascot is about so much more than the exhilarating racing action. Featuring high fashion, sumptuous cuisine and pageantry, Royal Ascot promises an occasion that will last long in the memory. When you review the photographs and television coverage it continually proves that even the most beautiful outfit can be let down without a radiant smile.

Here are some of our favourite outfits from recent years - and some lovely radiant smiles, which I'm sure you will agree, is THE best accessory for EVERY occasion! 

 

Emma 

 

 

There is more Flossing than Football in Brazil at the moment, you know!

It's not all football, football, football in Brazil you know......
 
Did you know .....

Brazilians use more Dental Floss than any other nation?

And it's not just for this teeny tiny string bikinis!!

As well as aiming for that perfect body on Copacabana Beach it seems that many Brazilians also aim for perfect teeth. Many Brazilians adults as well as teenagers, have braces. Cashiers, parking attendants, waitresses and sales people not only smile often, they do so proudly sporting brackets and wires!

Brazilians are also brushing their teeth after lunch when they disappear to the cloakroom to gather together at the sink. There is a coming together and bonding over teeth rather than on the post work Caiperhena Cocktail. On visiting your dentist or Hygienist in Rio  they may want to know that you are flossing threes times a day ....

Check this out some fab Brazilian (smiles!)

 

 

Footballer Ronaldinho

 

Who has had dental treatment to improve his smile





 

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen

Who incidentally has had adult orthodontic treatment !

 

 

If you would like to know more about adult orthodontics (or flossing!!) please contact us on 01548 852165

 

By Ruth (who likes teeth more than football)

 

Save your child’s teeth from sports injuries - with help from Absolute Dental

If, like me, you are the parent of sporty children, you will have found yourselves worrying about protecting their bodies whilst playing their favourite sports: from helmets to shin pads, life jackets to body armours, I have purchased them all.

But have you considered the necessity of protecting your child’s teeth as they play?

At Absolute Dental we recommend the use of a mouth guard to all children who are active in sports.

If your little one plays rugby, football, hockey or any contact sport, ask your dentist about a custom made mouth guard.

 

 

They are made of soft plastic and fit comfortably over the upper teeth protecting not only your child’s teeth but also their cheeks and lips.

In order for a reputable dental laboratory to produce a custom made guard, your dentist will need to take an impression of your child’s upper teeth in a soft squeegee material which sets very quickly.

The mouth guard will usually be ready to fit and wear within a few days, ready to guard your little one from rogue balls, bats and elbows.

Some mouth guards are widely available from sports shops and online, they all require “moulding” on the teeth after a few seconds in boiling water, from experience they are almost always ill-fitting, uncomfortable and will ultimately rub a sore spot somewhere on the gum.

As my eldest son said: “I would rather break my teeth than wear that thing!” (he is such an angel!).

This is why we recommend a guard that is made just for him or her, that will be comfortable and effective.

The mouth guard is easy to care for, only needs to be cleaned after use and kept away from heat sources to retain its shape.

Your dentist can also check the mouth guard at your child’s regular visits.

According to Colgate, thousands of children are treated for preventable injuries every year in the UK, most of these involved front teeth. Also over 150.000 injuries to teeth and mouths are prevented every year by the use of a mouth guard.

Of course mouth guards are not just for children, we also recommend them for adults. We recently made a guard for a lady hockey player who had never worn one before but was horrified to see one of her team mates injured on the pitch.

This is a very worthwhile small investment to make which will keep you and your little one having fun out there!

Please ask the Team if you have any more questions or would like to make an appointment.

Melanie