This weeks Swinford Notes, don't forget the Swinford indoor country market is back this coming Friday from 9.30am - 2pm. An opportunity for you to get your hands on some locally sourced produce.

An article regarding Alzheimer's where No 6 relates to the importance of visiting your dentist to prevent or at least monitor the development of gum disease which has been linked to several diseases through ongoing research. Be proactive not reactive, plan a regular check-up with your dentist at least twice a year. #dementia #alzheimers #gumdisease

Well if a leading Harley Street Dr includes visiting your dentist at least twice a year for a check-up as a top anti-ageing tip who are we to disagree!

This looks like a good night out this coming Friday at the Swinford Cultural Centre & Meeting Room. We certainly hope the boxers don't forget to wear their gum shields and protect those teeth of theirs! Best of luck to all taking part.

"A SMILE from a Child is packaged sunshine & rainbows" Hope you all have a great week ahead, here to answer any questions you may have regarding your oral hygiene. 😁 Dr Rory Fleming & Team

You may have seen this earlier in the week but it really does go to show the damage fizzy drinks or anything high in sugar can have on our teeth. Sugar can be addictive so as always we recommend moderation of your sugar intake.

Congratulations to all at Foxford Woollen Mills on winning "Best Product Award" at Showcase 2018. A great acknowledgement for a great Mayo business.

The Swinford Notes are out, see anything you fancy getting involved with this week?

Habits You May Have that are Yellowing Your Teeth 1 Overusing Mouthwash especially those that are too acidic If your mouthwash is too acidic and you are using it too frequently you could be destroying your tooth enamel. Instead, brush your teeth more frequently and only use mouthwash once a day. 2 Eating fruits & vegetables that are high in acid Food high in acid can also cause damage to the enamel of your teeth. Example would be citrus fruits, pineapples, tomatoes, vinegar based salad dressings. Try to sip water after eating acid based food and drinks. 3 Coffee, Tea, Cordials, Red Wine Enamel is porous and when you drink tea/coffee etc regularly daily, stains from these drinks can settle as the enamel of your teeth is porous and so if your teeth are not rinsed and brushed away the teeth slowly begin to yellow. 4 Smoking The chemicals in tobacco stain your teeth because they cling to the enamel, apart from that tobacco is also associated with gum disease, tooth decay and dry mouth. 5 Being over enthusiastic with brushing your teeth We’re all for regular brushing of your teeth, but sometimes too much pressure/speed especially if toothpaste contains abrasive agents can in fact wear away the thin enamel layer exposing the dentin layer. The using of an electric toothbrush should help control the pressure/speed at which you brush your teeth. If your teeth are already yellowing, check with your dentist for professional whitening options, as well as advice about changing your habits. Dr Rory Fleming & Team #yellowteeth #toothdecay #dentists #sligo #mayo

"Friday Humour" Enjoy your Friday folks, if you have a question regarding your dental needs feel free to ask us here Western Dental. Dr Rory Fleming & team #dentalhumour #dentist #sligo #mayo

This weeks Swinford Notes are out, some great events/classes scheduled for the coming weeks at the Swinford Cultural Centre & Meeting Room as well as many other local events run by various groups.

Further scientific studies that are proving why it is so important to have a daily dental hygiene routine along with regular visits to your dental hygienists / dentists. Be proactive and not reactive, take control of your oral health and prevent the chances of other diseases developing over your lifetime. BRUSH - FLOSS - RINSE every day to reduce a build up of plague on your teeth and help prevent the development of gum disease. Dr Rory Fleming & Team #gumdisease #dentalhygiene #oralhealth