Which patients have the healthiest mouths?

Many of our patients at Parrock dental see our hygienist every three months to optimise stain, bacteria and deposit removal which cause gum disease, bad breath and yellow teeth. Our findings have shown that patients who see the dentist for examinations every 6 months...

Facts About Teeth!!

Most of us take our teeth for granted, we don’t realise what damage we do to our teeth and how precious they really are, it’s not until something goes wrong we realise how much we rely on our them.  Having bad teeth can have an effect on our overall health; they have...

Electric Toothbrush VS Manual

Parrock Dental are now proud to announce that we now have in stock the NEW Philips Sonicare, the newest toothbrush on the block. Sonicare’s unique technology drives fluid deep between your teeth and along the gum line for visibly cleaner teeth, healthier gums...

Got a Headache? Stop Chewing Gum!

Chewing gum has been a favourite candy staple for thousands of years, dating as far back as the Neolithic period. Today, this confection comes in a variety of flavours (ranging from mint to fruit flavours… and even liquorice!), and has a long history in many...

Visit Our Hygienist

Taking care of your teeth is very important, and it s not only the dentist who can help you maintain the health of your teeth and gums. A dental Hygienist is also important in your on going oral care. Read on to find out why. What is a Hygienist? A Dental Hygienist is...

Caring for your Tongue.

It is not just your teeth that you need to worry about in your mouth. Your tongue, if not cared for, can harbour bacteria and cause bad breath. Information about the Tongue: Your tongue is a muscle in the mouth which performs a number of functions. It has a rough...

How does Smoking affect your Oral Health?

One of the main things that can affect the health of your mouth quite drastically is Smoking. If you choose to Smoke you are putting yourself at risk from numerous problems which could otherwise be avoided. Problems caused by Smoking: Smoking can lead to problems with...

How your diet can effect the health of your teeth.

We all know that we need to watch our diet in order to stay fit and healthy, by eating lots of fruit and vegetables and not eating too much junk food, but did you know that by watching what you eat, you can help to protect your teeth as well? There are particular...

Six Health Problems Linked To Bad Oral Hygiene…

Are you one of those people that fall victim to laziness when it comes to oral hygiene?  Maybe you’ve had a long, hard day and just don’t feel like brushing your teeth before going to bed.  Or perhaps you don’t give it much thought, and before you...

Practice Great Oral Hygiene

And You Might Never Need Dental Implants in Kent Although we are renowned for placing dental implants in Kent, we also provide extensive preventative dental care treatments that are designed to help keep your teeth and gums in peak condition. Your teeth are meant to...

Brushing and Flossing Techniques

It is very important to invest in a good toothbrush to help maintain effective brushing and prevent gum disease. There are so many toothbrushes on the market, it can be difficult to know what to buy. We advise that any electric rechargeable toothbrush will suffice....

Why do i need dental hygiene appointments?

A recent study carried out from University College London states that over half of all adults in Britain are suffering a dental condition known as Periodontitis also called gum disease. It is most common amongst the elderly. Approximately 67% of people aged over 65...

Oral Mouth Cancer Screening

Cancer screening is a very important part of a general dental examination. Dentists not only check the health and vitality of teeth and gums but they also check the health of the whole mouth, ie, cheeks, tongue, roof and floor of mouth. Therefore it is very important...