2024-04-17 16:32
Myths sometimes develop around new and sometimes misunderstood treatments. Our Chelmsford dentists answer this genuine question….
It is probably only in relatively recent years that p… Read More
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Twice monthly regular blogs on dental care and oral health issues
2024-04-04 11:42
Brushing your teeth regularly is great, but making basic mistakes can undo some of the benefits.
Brushing your teeth both morning and night is the bedrock of good oral health care. There are… Read More
2024-03-19 11:47
How best to look after your new straight, white smile?
Probably just behind teeth whitening when it comes to popularity in cosmetic dental treatments, veneers are an excellent way to improve… Read More
2024-03-06 13:04
Is this new trend taking dental aesthetics a step too far?
Trends come and go, as they have done throughout the ages. Some of these are frankly quite silly while others have a longer lasting… Read More
2024-02-14 12:06
This early stage of gum disease is relatively common, so do we really need to be concerned about it?
At some point in our lives, most of us will probably have gum disease to some degree. In… Read More
2024-02-05 11:33
A brief look at the lengthy training process undertaken by our Chelmsford dental team.
As a part of the medical profession, dental care is important, not only to enable a functional mouth bu… Read More
2024-01-12 12:06
Why do we sometimes grind our teeth together when we sleep and what damage can it cause?
Some of our Chelmsford patients will no doubt have seen cartoons where the main character becomes ang… Read More
2024-01-02 12:14
This ‘gold standard’ tooth replacement procedure can set you up for life….
We are now at the start of a new year and some of us will have started to make plans for what we… Read More
2023-12-14 12:48
Don’t let your oral health care slip during the festive season!
We expect that many of you will be looking forward to the Christmas and new year break, especially if you have some time… Read More
2023-11-29 13:16
Upgrade your smile ready for the new year ahead!
This time of the year is a strange one for many. The weather has started to turn colder and Christmas isn’t too far away, yet it doesn… Read More
2023-11-15 12:09
If gum disease is not managed effectively, you might find yourself looking at the tooth replacement options at our Chelmsford dental clinic.
The good news is that, partially due to exposure… Read More
2023-10-26 11:01
Good mouth care starts before we are even able to brush our own teeth.
The chances are that many of you reading this blog are parents, or are perhaps hoping to be in the not too distant futu… Read More
2023-10-17 11:04
A Chelmsford orthodontist’s view of modern teeth straightening methods.
First of all, let us answer the question in the title. The truth, of course, is that it isn’t possible to… Read More
2023-10-04 14:07
When severe injuries to the mouth occur, our local Essex dentists are here to help.
If we think of a traumatic dental injury, most of us might think of having a tooth knocked out. Whilst thi… Read More
2023-09-18 11:28
Handy tips from your Chelmsford dentist to help you maintain a whiter, brighter smile.
When it comes to the aesthetics of teeth, the most common concern that we hear from patients is that th… Read More
2023-09-05 10:54
This slowly dying habit can still cause a lot of harm for those who continue smoke
Although smoking may have ‘gone out of style’ in the last decade or so, there are still a signi… Read More
2023-08-15 11:34
Our Chelmsford dentists help to allay patient concerns
If there is one thing that we expect a patient to react negatively to, it is when they are told that they need to have a root can… Read More
2023-08-02 12:17
Gum disease and other issues can cause the bone in your jaw to deteriorate
Although we can’t actually see our bones, they play an essential role in any healthy person. Most of us are a… Read More
2023-07-20 11:16
Reducing or moderating your alcohol intake will benefit your teeth and gums
Before we get into the ‘meat’ of this blog, let us be clear; we are not suggesting to our readers that… Read More
2023-06-20 11:52
All year round gum care is important, but summer can pose some particular problems
We’ve discussed before how important it is to look after your gums as well as your teeth. In addition… Read More
2023-06-13 10:48
Who would have thought that dental care could improve your sleep?
When we think about poor quality sleep, we probably think it’s due to being stressed, or that the mattress is too unco… Read More
2023-05-30 10:54
This popular cosmetic treatment offers you more than just a whiter smile
Thanks to a growing number of TV celebrities who have acknowledged that they have had veneers fitted, more people are… Read More
2023-05-16 11:32
Improve your daily life with teeth straightening at our Chelmsford dental clinic
One of our very popular treatments, but one that perhaps raises the most questions, is having dental braces f… Read More
2023-04-26 12:49
When it comes to replacing a full arch of missing teeth, which of these is the better option?
We all hope that it won’t happen to us, and if we look after our teeth well, with good bru… Read More
2023-04-13 12:59
The sparkle of a youthful smile may not last forever, but our Chelmsford dentists can help restore it!
It is said that death and taxes are two inevitables in life. We would add a third, and… Read More
2023-03-27 11:00
Opting for cheaper treatment abroad may bring problems you haven’t anticipated
With Spring now officially here, a lot of us will be starting to look forward to our holidays abroad unde… Read More
2023-03-17 11:51
Our Chemsford dentists look at the various types of fillings that are available
One of the most common procedures that we carry out at Blue Sky Dental, and at most practices around the world… Read More
2023-02-27 13:40
A dental abscess can be not only very painful, but also dangerous for your health if left untreated
Having a dental abscess can be a very painful experience, and one that will usually send e… Read More
2023-02-16 14:06
An increasingly popular alternative to tobacco, vaping has recently come under the spotlight regarding health concerns
There is little doubt that vaping has become the most popular way for p… Read More
2023-01-25 11:54
Have you ever wondered how your current smile can be totally transformed here in Chelmsford?
To both of the above questions, we suspect that many of you would say “no way” to the… Read More
2023-01-17 11:54
What appear to be minor dental issues can become more serious if not acted upon….
Some dental issues are very obvious. A painful toothache from tooth decay or one that breaks or is kn… Read More
2023-01-05 12:16
What are occlusion issues and what can our Chelmsford dentist do to help?
First of all, we would like to take this opportunity to wish all patients of Blue Sky Dental a happy New Year and we… Read More
2022-12-19 11:19
Have you made any yet? If not, here are a few suggestions from our Chelmsford dental team
With 2022 drawing to a close soon, and as this is our last blog of the year, we thought that we woul… Read More
2022-12-06 13:02
From significant gifts to stocking fillers, some suggestions from our Chelmsford dentists for a healthier Xmas
Anyone who has been in town in the last couple of weeks can’t help but ha… Read More
2022-11-24 11:49
Tooth loss can happen to anyone. Our Chelmsford dentists are here to help
Poor oral health is one of the main causes of tooth loss. Years of neglect can eventually mean that a decayed or dam… Read More
2022-11-17 12:33
Our habits change as the colder, wetter weather arrives and not always for the best!
A quick glance out of the window shows a typical November scene in the UK, damp, wet and with little like… Read More
2022-07-22 10:53
Bacterial build up in the mouth can lead to gum disease if not managed correctly
Alongside tooth decay, gum disease is one of the most common problems suffered by dental patients. Despite th… Read More
2022-06-28 14:28
Not all damaged teeth can be restored with a straightforward filling
Breaking a tooth can come as an unpleasant experience when it happens. In most cases it will probably come as a surprise… Read More
2022-06-16 14:59
Our custom home teeth whitening treatment can deliver fantastic benefits for our Chelmsford patients
Thanks in part to TV personalities and celebrities, most people are now familiar with the… Read More
2022-05-27 10:53
An excellent solution for replacement where multiple teeth have been lost
Most of you will probably know what a dental implant is by now. In essence, it is an artificial tooth root that is p… Read More
2022-05-16 09:53
Why regular small treats outside of mealtimes could cause more trouble than you think
Traditionally, people in the wealthier parts of the world have eaten three main meals; breakfast, dinner… Read More
2022-04-28 10:39
Dental implants can last for a very long time, but require appropriate aftercare
We have discussed the pros and cons of dental implants, and the treatment process in previous Blue Sky Dental… Read More
2022-04-14 10:49
Blue Sky Dental’s top oral care tips for the bank holiday weekend
Although it may not have the same religious popularity as it once did, Easter is still a time that a lot of us look fo… Read More
2022-03-29 11:02
Our experienced Chelmsford facial aesthetics team offers useful advice
Most of the blogs that we post on our website are about dental care and oral health in general.
However, there is anoth… Read More
2022-03-18 11:41
As the warmer weather approaches, now could be a good time to ring the changes in your approach to oral health
It’s been said that humans are largely a creature of habit. Whilst some o… Read More
2022-02-25 12:14
Modern orthodontics helping Chelmsford patients to have straight teeth more discreetly
If there is one thing that tends to put people off having their teeth straightened, it is the thought o… Read More
2022-02-18 12:58
Gingivitis and periodontitis – take them seriously!
Most of us probably pride ourselves on the fact that we take good care of our teeth, brushing and hopefully flossing on a daily basi… Read More
2022-01-28 13:35
Which procedure to improve your smile? It depends….
For many people, having nice attractive teeth is just as important as having healthy ones. Thankfully, you don’t have to choo… Read More
2022-01-18 12:18
Dental implants – a superior tooth replacement option
It will probably happen to most of us eventually. We can do all that we can to keep our teeth healthy and indeed we should; but ev… Read More
2022-01-06 11:53
Making the most of cosmetic dentistry and our experienced Chelmsford team
The new year is already here and although it might feel that things haven’t got off to the greatest of starts… Read More
2021-12-14 11:42
How much have you learned from this year’s Blue Sky Dental blogs? Let’s find out….
As we approach the end of the year and reflect, we can see that it has been another diff… Read More
2021-12-06 12:36
Looking after your teeth well doesn’t have to be expensive says Chelmsford dentist, Dr Simon Stern
Modern dental care is an amazing thing. Many people now manage to keep, if not all, t… Read More
2021-11-17 16:41
More and more cosmetic dental products are being advertised widely online, but how effective, and safe, are they?
As with almost any topic, if you search online, you are sure to find answers… Read More
2021-11-03 12:17
Some common health issues can negatively impact your teeth and gums. Asthma is one of them….
Asthma is a growing problem in the UK and worldwide. Factors such as the increasing amount… Read More
2021-10-19 11:04
Expecting a child should be a joyous occasion but it can present certain dental issues
For many people, having a child is one of the highlights of their life. Despite the trials and tribulat… Read More
2021-10-05 11:19
Why our Chelmsford patients should not ignore this sometimes seemingly small dental issue
There are some dental issues which we know patients might be tempted to ignore, rather than have it… Read More
2021-09-14 10:32
Traditional braces can make eating difficult and potentially lead to other dental problems
Primarily, we eat to stay alive and to be as healthy as possible. Food provides us with a range of… Read More
2021-08-23 10:50
Smiling doesn’t only enhance our appearance, it has a positive impact on our mental well being too
Few people walk around with a permanent smile on their face, but it is thought that… Read More
2021-08-10 11:03
Going on holiday is great but make sure not to neglect your teeth!
With Covid restrictions now more relaxed than they were, it has become more feasible for many of us to take our holiday abr… Read More
2021-07-28 11:00
Tooth sensitivity can range from being inconvenient to very painful. It doesn’t have to be this way….
If we bite and hold our teeth into a freezing cold ice cream, most of us wi… Read More
2021-07-20 10:33
Chelmsford endodontist, Dr Daniel Vaz De Souza, explains this treatment
Dental problems can occur when we don’t take care of our teeth correctly. This is not always deliberate and ther… Read More
2021-06-28 10:41
Cosmetic restorations can offer you a much improved smile
There are a lot of things that can go wrong with our teeth if we don’t look after them well. Perhaps the problem most familiar… Read More
2021-06-15 11:22
Some useful tips for our nervous Chelmsford patients
Dental phobia is very common and you are certainly not alone. Some nervous patients also feel a little embarrassed as they sit in the cha… Read More
2021-05-27 10:28
With international travel restrictions lifting, some might be tempted by cheaper teeth implant offers overseas
Although we are still some way off ‘normality’, the signs are there… Read More
2021-05-18 10:53
Chelmsford dentist, Dr Harminder Sehmi, explains why this common disease can have a negative impact on your teeth and gums
There are now somewhere in the region of 4 million people in the UK… Read More
2021-05-06 10:43
Cosmetic teeth whitening options for our Chelmsford patients
There is little doubt that one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments that we provide is teeth whitening. There are many… Read More
2021-04-19 11:13
Some oral discomfort might feel relatively minor, but you should always have it checked by your dentist
Most of us probably sail along in our daily lives, giving little thought to our teeth… Read More
2021-03-29 10:37
Our Chelmsford dentists can straighten your teeth in a discreet and convenient manner
It probably feels as though your life has been on hold for the last year or so, with the various restric… Read More
2021-03-17 11:38
Endodontic treatment in Chelmsford can help to save an infected tooth root
The field of endodontics is one of the specialised treatments that we are able to provide at Blue Sky Dental. The w… Read More
2021-03-04 11:43
Oral cancers can kill, but with care they are largely avoidable
Have you noticed that when you come to our Chelmsford dental practice for a check up, we don’t only examine your teeth b… Read More
2021-02-17 12:54
If you have sensitive, decayed, damaged or severely discoloured teeth, our Chelmsford dentists can help!
A dental practice is not just a place to visit when you have a painful tooth. It shou… Read More
2021-02-04 12:34
Specialist periodontist, Navidah Chaudhary, reminds patients to take care of their gums
Whilst Covid restrictions have added quite a lot of complications for most business, please rest assur… Read More
2021-01-19 12:47
Losing a number of teeth doesn’t mean that dentures are the only solution for our Chelmsford patients
In a perfect world, we would all have strong and healthy teeth. This would be achi… Read More
2021-01-07 12:19
As community stress levels increase, incidents of teeth grinding could also rise
As if the rapidly rising number of Covid-19 cases and deaths wasn’t enough to cause us stress, anyone w… Read More
2020-12-11 11:45
Chelmsford prosthodontist, Hiten Pabari, looks ahead to the new year and offers some suggestions for dental related resolutions.
It is probably fair to say that the vast majority of us will… Read More
2020-11-27 13:43
Chelmsford dentist, Bhavin Bhuna, looks at recent articles suggesting yearly check-ups are sufficient
With dental practices being open, but still affected by the current Covid situation, it… Read More
2020-11-16 14:37
There may be some challenging months ahead but a whiter smile can make you feel better about yourself!
As we enter the second week of lockdown two, we are sure that some of you might be wond… Read More
2020-11-05 11:05
Dental care for our Chelmsford patients during the latest Covid-19 restrictions
We all hoped that it wouldn’t come to a second lockdown, but the rising numbers of new Covid-19 cases an… Read More
2020-10-19 12:15
Our friendly local dentists can help you have a nicer smile with safe, appropriate teeth straightening treatment
Many dental problems can be treated, or corrected, very quickly. Even replaci… Read More
2020-10-06 13:04
A few words of warning to anyone considering this TikTok posted suggestion
Sometimes, even those dentists that have been in practice for a long time are taken by surprise. We have seen peopl… Read More
2020-09-10 11:17
How your Chelmsford dentists restore ageing teeth
Whether this digital generation will do it or not, only time will tell, but some of us ‘not too oldies’ will still, from time to… Read More
2020-08-18 12:16
Further education offers many opportunities, but can also be a challenging time for oral health
A-levels and University admissions have made the headlines in the last few days, for all the w… Read More
2020-08-07 10:06
Chelmsford dentist, Bhavin Bhuva, explains some of the problems that can arise
In normal times, the majority of us will take fairly good care of our teeth. We will brush them both morning an… Read More
2020-07-27 13:35
Starting the day right helps to improve tooth and gum health
When our alarm clock goes off in the morning, making sure that we look after our teeth well is possibly the last thing on our min… Read More
2020-07-16 10:30
Has lockdown resulted in an unexpected opportunity?
As we have mentioned in a number of our previous blogs, lockdown has been hard for a lot of people. It will have had negative effects whic… Read More
2020-07-03 13:01
Don’t let a ‘head in the sand’ approach to dental problems damage your oral health!
As we slowly come out of lockdown, everyday events will hopefully start to return to som… Read More
2020-06-16 11:01
Restorative treatments available to our Chelmsford patients
As we finally start to enter the post lockdown period where dentists, amongst other businesses, are allowed to open again, many of… Read More
2020-06-04 11:41
Some helpful advice for nervous Chelmsford patients
For some, it might seem like a lifetime ago that we went into lockdown. It has been a difficult time for us all, and especially for those… Read More
2020-05-19 11:39
Chelmsford dentist, Bhavin Buva, discusses oral health problems arising from this increasingly common habit.
There was a time, not so long ago, when most of us would eat three regular meals… Read More
2020-04-29 11:52
The impact of stress on our teeth and our overall oral health
How are you coping with the ‘lockdown’? Perhaps it hasn’t made a huge difference to your lifestyle if you were… Read More
2020-04-17 12:22
Keeping teeth healthy now and in future
We now know what many of us have expected for a little while; that the current ‘lockdown’ situation is to be extended for at least another… Read More
2020-04-03 10:40
This extended break could lead to younger children falling out of their usual routine.
During the current Coronavirus/Covid-19 situation, many of us will have our children at home for… Read More
2020-03-16 12:48
Current advice from Blue Sky Dental in Chelmsford.
The spread of the Coronavirus has reached a point where few of us can be unaware of it. It may not have reached the level in the UK that it… Read More
2020-02-24 14:46
Blue Sky Dental practice provides specialist dental care for those difficult to treat oral health problems.
The vast majority of our patients will go through life with a few, hopefully none… Read More
2020-02-13 13:32
This composite material has many uses, both practical and cosmetic.
Over time, dentistry has become more sophisticated. From invisible braces, dental implants that replace the root as well a… Read More
2020-02-04 15:19
New style orthodontics allow patients much more discreet wearing.
As part of having an attractive smile, straight and even teeth are essential. Teeth can be made whiter through the use of co… Read More
2020-01-14 13:48
Our Chelmsford periodontist explains what a deep clean, or ‘root planing’ is and how to avoid it.
Over the years that we have been posting our blogs, we have tried to instil in o… Read More
2020-01-06 10:29
Mark the start of this new decade with a smile makeover at Blue Sky Dental!
First of all, we would like to wish all of our Chelmsford patients a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. We ho… Read More
2019-12-11 10:47
Oral care is important all year round, but this time of the year can pose some special challenges!
Perhaps the forthcoming election has distracted us a little, but it won’t be long bef… Read More
2019-11-27 16:51
Brushing and flossing are essential for healthy teeth and gums. Some people, though, may look to other methods, but do they work?
Sometimes it seems that no matter how much we, at Blue Sky D… Read More
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