Merry Christmas and A happy New Year

We wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and Happy 2012.




H ours of happy times with friends and family


A bundant time for relaxation


P rosperity filled with peace


P lenty of love when you need it the most


Y outhful excitement at life’s simple pleasures



N ights of restful slumber (you know - don’t' worry be happy)


E verything you need


W ishing you love and light






Y ears and years of good health


E njoyment and mirth


A angels to watch over you


R embrances of a happy years!





God Bless

MOUTH CANCER ACTION MONTH - NOVEMBER 2011

Habits that can lead to mouth cancer

Mouth cancer is one of the least well known cancers, but it kills more people each year than testicular and cervical cancer combined.

In the UK, the number of new cases have soared by nearly 50 per cent in the last 10 years. Each year around 6,000 people are diagnosed with the disease, and around 1,800 people die from it.

This year, as part of Mouth Cancer Action Month, the British Dental Health Foundation are aimimg to increase awareness of the warning signs and risk factors for mouth cancer, and urge people ‘If in doubt, get checked out’.

Habits that put you at risk of mouth cancer

Everyday habits that increase your risk of mouth cancer include:

Smoking

This is the number one risk factor for mouth cancer. The saliva in your mouth helps spread around the carcinogens in cigarette smoke, increasing your risk.

Alcohol

Helps smoke absorption in the mouth, so drinking alcohol while smoking increases your risk of mouth cancer even more. If you smoke and drink heavily you are 30 times more likely to develop mouth cancer.

Chewing tobacco

Paan, areca nut and gutka are as dangerous as smoking tobacco, if not more so.

Sex

Experts now think that Human papilloma virus – transmitted during oral sex - could soon overtake alcohol and smoking as the major cause of mouth cancer.

Diet

Poor diet is associated with up to a third of mouth cancer cases. Fruit, vegetables, egg and fish consumption help to lower your risk.

Dental hygiene

Recent research in the US found that people with chronic gum disease had an increased risk of developing oral and neck cancers.

Mouth cancer warning signs

Around two-thirds of mouth cancer cases are discovered in the later stages of the disease. But early detection of mouth cancer can improve five year survival rates to 90 per cent.

Regular dental check ups may catch the disease in its early stages before you are even aware it exists. Common symtoms which you should always get checked out include:

• Ulcers which don’t heal within three weeks
• Red and white patches in the mouth
• Any unusual changes, lumps and swellings in the mouth (can be painless)

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WELCOME TO OUR TORCH CLUB

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT CROWNS?

What if my teeth are badly broken down?

When a tooth is badly broken or heavily filled, we may need to crown or 'cap' it to restore its appearance and strength.

What is a crown?

A crown is a shell in the shape of a tooth that fits over the entire tooth surface to protect it from further damage.

When is a crown indicated?

It is usually indicated when a tooth is badly broken down or heavily filled. This improves the strength, appearance, function and longevity of the tooth.

What are crowns made of?

Crowns can be made of a variety of different materials. Traditionally, they were made from a strong and durable material (eg. Gold). As technology evolved porcelain was bonded to gold to make teeth look like teeth. Nowadays, it is a common practice to use ceramic materials combined with Zirconium to make restorations that are as durable as Gold but look sensational.

New materials are continually being introduced. We will work with you to find out what would work best for you.

What happens to my teeth while the crown is being made?

While your crown is being made, the prepared tooth can be protected with a temporary crown. This is easily removed just before fitting the permanent one. In most cases, the temporary crown is in place for approximately two weeks.

The results are extremely pleasing.

  



 





 

Don’t let this happen to you!

 Tooth decay is caused by loss of minerals like calcium and phosphate from the tooth surface. This is called demineralisation. Demineralisation occurs on any tooth surface where the dietary sugars are attacked by bacteria. The acid produced by the bacteria dissolves the tooth structure causing cavities.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PREVENT TOOTH DECAY

1. Clean your teeth thoroughly on all surfaces by daily tooth brushing and flossing or interdental brushing. You may check the effectiveness of your tooth brushing by using disclosing tablets (dyes) which show up remaining plaque.

2. Use toothpaste with appropriate level of fluoride, twice daily, last thing at night and on one other occasion.

3. Use a soft or medium toothbrush. Brush in a set pattern so that you don't miss any teeth.

Your best friend to fight decay.

4. Use floss or interdental brushes to clean between the teeth, where cavities often develop (ask us to show you how).

5. Check your diet to reduce sugar intake – especially between meals. This may be in the form of sweets, chocolates, fizzy drinks or tea / coffee.

6. If you suffer from a dry mouth, possibly due to medication, talk to us.

7. Visit us at regularly for dental examination to avoid bigger problems.

FOLLOW THE FOLLOWINGS!!!

Health:

1. Drink plenty of water.

2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.

3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants.

4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm, and Empathy.

5. Make time to practice meditation, yoga, and prayer..

6. Play more games.

7. Read more books than you did in 2010.

8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day.

9. Sleep for 7 hours.

10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk every day. And while you walk, smile.

Personality:

11. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present moment.

13. Don't over do. Keep your limits.

14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.

16. Dream more while you are awake.

17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

18. Forget issues of the past.. Don't remind your partner with his/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present happiness.

19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don't hate others.

20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.

21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.

22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.

23. Smile and laugh more.

24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree

Society:

25. Call your family often.

26. Each day give something good to others..

27. Forgive everyone for everything.

28. Spend time with people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.

29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.

30.. What other people think of you is none of your business.

31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.

Life:

32. Do the right thing!

33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

34. GOD heals everything.

35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

37. The best is yet to come.

38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for it.

39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy.