New research from Oasis Dental Care has revealed that more than half of British adults say not looking after their teeth is their biggest regret.
Only one in 10 people claim they are actually happy with their smile. 45 per cent admit they would turn to restorative treatments, like dental implants, to get their teeth in tip top condition.
Eddie Coyle, Head of Clinical Operations at Oasis Dental Care, says: “Sadly the research, for me as a clinician, is not surprising. We see many patients who really wished they had looked after their smile when they were younger.
A lifetime of poor oral hygiene can lead to decay, gum disease and in some cases tooth loss which in turn can lead to deterioration of the jaw bone.
Thankfully, dental implants can offer a permanent solution to missing teeth, giving patients a natural-looking, secure and long-lasting smile.
Whilst they can transform a smile, it’s also really important that the patient transforms their daily dental routine once the have dental implants”.
The study also found two thirds of UK adults have missing or false teeth, with men almost 10 per cent more likely than women to have gaps in their smile.
According to the research from Oasis Dental Care, over a quarter of Brits actively avoid posing for photographs and are reluctant to smile because of a lack of confidence.
In addition, enhancing their smile is one of the top self-improvement methods UK adults want to take - ranking higher than Botox or facelifts.
Eddie Coyle continued, “Self-improvement is incredibly important - especially given how commonplace social media is in our lives; it’s not just the grandkids who have profile pictures.
As well as improving a patient’s oral health, dental implants can improve a patient’s confidence, so they no longer are afraid to smile for their all-important snapshot.”
Dental implants are small titanium screws, which replace the root of the tooth in the jawbone, when the tooth has become damaged due to tooth decay or gum disease. With the correct care and maintenance, dental implants can act as a permanent replacement for missing teeth.
Oasis Dental Care is currently offering a 10% discount* on all implant treatments for new patients. For more information and for full terms and conditions, please visit The Oasis Dental Care website.
The 10% discount applies to the total cost of implant treatment as long as the treatment plan is agreed and signed for by the patient by 31st March 2017. Offer available at participating Oasis Dental Care practices only. Offer subject to appointment availability. Dental implant treatment is subject to patient suitability as determined by Oasis Dental Care. Only one entry/promotional undertaking per person is permitted. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. The closing date of this offer is determined by Oasis Dental Care. No cash alternative to a promotion is available. Oasis Dental Care reserves the right to amend these rules at any time.
