Click here for our coronavirus safety measures

Tooth decay

Foods and drinks that are high in sugars are the cause of tooth decay. When you eat these foods the bacteria break down the sugars to make acid. Acid combined with bacteria, food particles and saliva forms a sticky substance called plaque which covers your teeth.

Over time the plaque will weaken the surface your tooth making it more prone to further attack. Eventually the tooth will become so weak that it crumbles.

It is therefore extremely important to limit the amount of sugary or starchy foods or drinks in your diet. Also brushing at least twice a day with Flouride toothpaste should 犀利士 .cc/”>日本藤素 help prevent tooth decay

Share this post

Information for Patients

Christmas Opening Times & Emergency Arrangements

We are closed from Tuesday 24th December at 12pm until Tuesday 2nd January and will re-open at 8.45am.

If you have a dental emergency that cannot wait until our return, we will be holding an emergency clinic on the following days:-

Friday 27th December from 10am-12noon at 188 Dock Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6LT

Monday 30th December from 10am-12noon at 2 Brighton Avenue, Cleveleys, FY5 2AA

Tuesday 31st December from 10am-12noon at 188 Dock Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6LT

PLEASE TELEPHONE THE PRACTICE AT 10AM PROMPT AND OUR TEAM WILL ADVISE ACCORDINGLY 01253 774350 (Fleetwood) or 01253 897969 (Cleveleys).

For advice and treatment outside of these hours please phone The Lancashire Dental Helpline on 0300 1234 010.

If you have any symptoms of a respiratory infection or feel unwell for any reason, please do inform a member of our team and we can manage your appointment accordingly.

For advice and treatment outside of our normal working hours please phone The Lancashire Dental Helpline on 0300 1234 010.

We have provided some emergency care advice for our patients to help: https://idealdentalcare.co.uk/home/during-covid-19-period-dental-emergency-advice-for-patients

We use cookies that are necessary for the functioning of our website and optimize your experience. By clicking "Accept cookies", you agree to our use of cookies.