Introduction

Welcome to the oral health page. Good oral health is essential to feeling and looking good.

Click on the relevant section and follow the links to find out how to keep your teeth and gums in tip top condition. Follow the links to find out more about acid erosion, gum disease, fluoride and much more.

My teeth

Caring for my teeth (opens new window)

Fluoride Toothpaste Protects Teeth

Brushing teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste can help to reduce the chance of developing tooth decay

Which toothpaste should I use?

• To provide maximum protection against dental decay use a family toothpaste that contains at least a 1000 - 1500 parts per million fluoride.
• The level of fluoride is listed with the ingredients and written as (1450ppm) depending on the amount contained.

Always check the fluoride content before buying!

Low Fluoride toothpastes (less than 1000ppm)

There is no evidence to suggest that low dose fluoride toothpaste are effective However their use may be justified if:

• Advised by a Dental Professional.
• Alternative fluoride supplements are used.
• The water supply is fluoridated.
  (Pembrokeshire's water supply is not fluoridated)

How much should I use?

• Children under 3 years of age should use a smear of toothpaste containing no less than 1000ppm fluoride
• Children over the age of three years should use a pea- sized amount of toothpaste containing no less than 1350 -1450ppm fluoride.
• After tooth brushing Spit Out any remaining toothpaste Do Not Rinse.

Mother and baby's teeth

Caring for mother and baby's teeth (opens new window)

Children's teeth

Caring for children's teeth (opens new window)

Teens teeth

Caring for teenagers teeth (opens new window)
Orthodontic treatment (opens new window)
Living with my brace (opens new window)

Older people's teeth

Caring for older people's teeth (opens new window)
Dentures (opens new window)
Denture cleaning (opens new window)
Denture stomatitis (Thrush) (opens new window)
Dry mouth (opens new window)

People with special needs

Dental care for people with special needs (opens new window)

Common problems

Avulsed (Knocked out) teeth (opens new window)
Bad breath (opens new window)
Cracked teeth (opens new window)
Dental erosion (opens new window)
Fear of the dentist (opens new window)
Gum disease (opens new window)
Jaw problems and headaches (opens new window)
Sensitive teeth (opens new window)
Ulcers (opens new window)

Tell me about:

Cosmetic Dentistry (opens new window)
Dental extractions (opens new window)
Diet in relation to dental decay (opens new window)
Mouth Cancer (opens new window)
Mouth guards (opens new window)
Oral care products
Pit and fissure sealants (opens new window)
Paying for treatment (opens new window)
Root canal treatment (opens new window)
Smoking and oral health (opens new window)
Visiting the hygienist
Wisdom Teeth (opens new window)
X-rays (opens new window)

Access to Emergency Dentist

There is an NHS Dentist employed by the Local Health Board who is based in Milford Haven. He is available for emergency and access sessions only, for unregistered patients. He is available from Monday to Friday each week.

Name: Dr Rajcoomar
Haven Dental Practice
73 Great North Road
Milford Haven SA73 2ND

Telephone: 01646-697381

The practice has informed us that appointments are made for the same day; the best time to phone is at 8.30am or soon after as the appointments are taken up very quickly.

The Family Dental Practice in Milford Haven offer an access session on a Wednesday for un-registered patients. Patients should ring (01646) 690220 for an appointment.

Weekend emergency clinics are held on a Saturday in Winch Lane, Haverfordwest and on a Sunday in Tenby Cottage Hospital. Patients are advised to contact NHS Direct's Dental Helpline on 0845 60 10 128 for information on how to access these appointments.