Dental Care Advice Archives - Dental Aesthetics

Children’s Toothbrushes

D A — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:51:41 +0000

Children's Toothbrushes

Explore our collection of Children’s Toothbrushes, make dental care for kids a fun and effective experience. Discover a variety of vibrant and child-friendly toothbrushes, featuring soft bristles and easy-hold handles for gentle yet effective cleaning.

Choose from our range of children’s toothbrushes to make brushing a delightful routine for your little ones. Shop now and invest in the smiles of the future!

Sucker Brushes

Our most popular children’s toothbrush is the sucker brush, available in a range of fun, vibrant colours. Its suction base sticks easily to tiles and sinks, making brushing time more engaging and encouraging children to build good dental habits.

Dolphin and Orca Toothbrushes

Make brushing fun with these sea life–shaped toothbrushes, designed for children aged 3–7. Each brush features a small head and soft bristles, perfect for little mouths. Available in four bright, eye-catching colours, the orca versions include a protective cover—great for keeping brushes clean in travel bags.

Rabbit Travel Toothbrushes

A fun and practical choice, the rabbit travel toothbrush is ideal for children on the go. Its clever fold-away design keeps it small and easy to pack, while helping protect the brush head so it stays clean between uses.

Baby and Toddler Toothbrushes

Make brushing fun and engaging for kids with this set of Dinosaur-themed toothbrushes! Featuring bright, cheerful colours and a cute smiling Dinosaur design, these toothbrushes are perfect for encouraging good oral hygiene habits.

Designed for little hands and added safety, the Double Handled Baby Brush helps reduce the risk of choking while making brushing easier to grip. Available in six colours, it’s a great way to introduce toothbrushing from an early age.

Children's Toothbrushes Bulk Packs

Our bulk packs are a great affordable option for schools, charities, giveaways or nurseries. You can get a wide range of designs and colours in our bulk packs and ensures a fair choice for all children. We offer them in packs of 32 & 100 brushes with the option of any style or even a mixed pack!

Children's Bamboo Toothbrushes

For those who prefer an eco friendly option, our children’s bamboo toothbrushes are a perfect choice. With matching adult bamboo toothbrushes available you can have a great matching set in the bathroom. The handle is made from sustainably sourced bamboo with BPA-free nylon bristles and packaged in an eco-friendly cardboard box.

Happy Teeth Gift Set

Our gift set is brilliant for dentists, school and nurseries with a wide range of exciting items to encourage children to take care of their oral health. A small gift bag to keep everything in, one Orca brush with a handy cover to keep the toothbrush head clean, a dental mirror to get children familiar with their mouth and to look at those hard to reach areas. You also get a 2 minute smile toothbrush timer which is great to help children focus on brushing their teeth for the full 2 minutes and is a great way to encourage time appreciation and 5 dental disclosing tablets which help children & parents identify plaque and highlight problem areas ensuring they get some more attention.

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Tooth Fairy Products

D A — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 08:31:21 +0000

Tooth Fairy & Tooth Pirate Products

Tooth Fairy & Pirate Stickers

This great range of Tooth Fairy Products is perfect for busy schools and nurseries, such as the ‘I just lost a tooth’ stickers which are a great way for rewarding children for losing a tooth.

They come in a bulk pack of 80 stickers meaning they will go a long way and are great for an educational setting.

Tooth Fairy & Pirate Envelopes

These Tooth Fairy Envelopes come in two designs;

The fairy envelopes come in either blue or purple & the pirate envelopes come in blue. Perfect to keep lost teeth safe ready for home time and the tooth fairy. These envelopes are also big enough to store any coins that you would like to reward your child with making sure they don’t get lost under their pillow.

Tooth Fairy & Pirate Certificates

These Tooth Fairy & Tooth Pirate certificates are a great addition to the Tooth Fairy Envelopes and Tooth Fairy Stickers.

With a space to put names and dates it is a nice reward for children to wake up to in the morning or to bring home from school when they lose a tooth.

Printed on a high quality card, they will be brilliant to have as a keepsake.

Tooth Fairy Door Hangers

The perfect way to keep the magic alive!
Get your little one to pop this on their door before they go to sleep and wake up to it magically flipped over to show the tooth fairy has completed her mission

Printed on high quality card so will be a brilliant keepsake!

Available in either blue or purple in a 1 or 2 pack.

Tooth Fairy Children's Toothbrush Cases

A great item for protecting your childrens toothbrush when travelling, keeping their brush hygienic and clean. These sturdy plastic cases are available in 4 bright colours & each one has a tooth fairy design printed on the front of the case.

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Orthodontic Toothbrushes

D A — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 08:34:41 +0000

Caring for your teeth with braces or bridges may require more time than traditional oral care. But with our range of orthodontic products, we can help to make it as easy as possible. This is the perfect time to give some new products a go to improve your oral hygiene routine.

Double and Single Ended V-Trim

We have a wide range of double and single ended v-trim toothbrushes, the v-cut bristles make them perfect for straddling braces. With double ended brushes, the slim end is great for getting to those hard to reach places ensuring there is no build of plaque or food. These orthodontic toothbrushes are a great addition to your routine.

Orthodontic Travel Toothbrush

These orthodontic travel toothbrushes, with the same v-shaped bristles as our full size orthodontic toothbrushes make cleaning braces while away simple. Also with their fold away design, they are small enough to put in your travel bag and the built in case and handle make keeping it clean easy.

Orthodontic Toothbrush Starter Kit

This starter kit, with one each of our orthodontic toothbrushes it is great for trying out each toothbrush and finding out what works for you. The kit contains:

Interdental Brace Brushes

Dental Aesthetics Interdental Brace brushes are used for cleaning in between braces, bridges and teeth. They help promote healthy gums and get rid of plaque between your teeth. The NHS provide some great advice on why and how to use interdental brushes. Our Inter-Brace Brushes have replaceable heads meaning the handle will last you a long time. Making it a more eco friendly choice compared to the plastic disposable ones you can find in most supermarkets.

Brace Starter Kit

If you have just had an orthodontic appliance fitted, then our orthodontic brace starter kit is ideal to allow you to try a wide range of our orthodontic products. One of our kits includes double ended v-trim, orthodontic wax, travel v-trim and more. This brace starter kit give you a great discount and an idea of the products you need to being using to care for your braces.

Slim interspace

Slim Interspace brushes have slim tapered bristles to allow for cleaning in between crowns, bridges, wires and brackets. They also works for getting to those hard to reach places such as the back of the mouth around wisdom teeth and molars.

We offer 3 different styles so will always find one that is perfect for your needs

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What Flexible Denture Cleaner Should I Use?

D A — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:50:46 +0000

Dentures, like your own teeth, require good oral hygiene and care. But flexible dentures require a different level of care than standard acrylic dentures. Using the wrong cleaner can lead to discolouration, damage, or reduced lifespan – which is why choosing the right product matters.

A question we’re often asked is:
What’s the difference between FDC Flexible Denture Cleaner and Val-Clean – and which one should I use?

In this guide, we will break down the key differences & help you decide which cleaner is right for you.

FDC Concentrated Flexible Denture Cleaner

FDC Flexible Denture Cleaner is designed to make daily denture care as simple and hassle-free as possible.

Each box contains 12 pre-measured sachets, with one sachet providing enough solution for 7-10 days of daily 15-minute soaks – meaning a single box can last up to 3 months.

The main advantage of FDC is its ease of use. There’s no need to measure or weigh powder – just use one sachet at a time for consistent, reliable cleaning. This makes it ideal if you want a quick, no-fuss routine or something that’s easy to use while travelling.

It’s also mint flavoured, helping to keep your denture feeling fresh after every soak.

Full instructions are clearly provided on both the packaging and individual sachets, making it straightforward to use from day one.

Val-Clean Concentrated Denture Cleanser

Val-Clean is designed for users who want a cost-effective, longer-term denture cleaning solution.

Each box contains 12 sachets, providing up to a 12-month supply when used as directed. Each sachet is designed to last approximately 4 weeks, making it one of the most economical options for regular denture care.

To use, simply measure one quarter of a sachet (using the included spoon) and mix it with 165ml of warm water. This creates a cleaning solution suitable for daily soaking of your appliance.

For best results, dentures should be soaked for 15 minutes daily, with the solution typically lasting 7–10 days before requiring replacement, depending on usage and storage conditions.

Unlike single-use products, Val-Clean offers greater flexibility and long-term value while still providing a reliable, gentle cleaning routine.

Summary

Overall both cleaners deliver very similar results with just 2 main differences: Cost & Convenience.

Val- Clean is more cost effective over time, making it ideal for long term daily use. While FDC offers maximum convenience with the premeasured single use sachets – perfect if you want a quick, no fuss routine.

Both options offer a gentle, safe clean for your flexible partial denture. Using either FDC Flexible Denture Cleaner or Val-Clean will cover your Valplast appliance in the UK with the Valplast lifetime guarantee. They are also great for use on a range of other appliances such as Acrylic and Partial Dentures, Night Guards and Retainers. Whichever you choose, using a cleaner specifically designed for flexible dentures is essential. Many supermarket alternatives contain harsh chemicals that can damage, weaken, or discolour the material over time.

If you’d like more detailed guidance, see our full care guide for Valplast dentures. And if you’re unsure which cleaner is right for you, feel free to contact our team – we’re always happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I soak my Flexible Denture overnight?

Yes, for added convenience it is safe to soak your denture in the solution overnight.

Do you use the same solution for 7 days?

Yes, you can use the same solution for daily soaking for up to 7-10 days.

Should I use a brush on my Flexible Dentures?

As flexible dentures are more prone to surface damage that a standard acrylic denture, we recommend the use of a silicone bristled brush to clean your denture vs a standard nylon bristled brush. You will find our silicone bristle brush here which can be used safely alongside both Val-Clean & FDC.

Can I use toothpaste on my Flexible Denture?

No, toothpaste is far too abrasive to use on a flexible denture. This will likely damage the surface of the denture leading to a build up of stains & bacteria

What should I do if my denture has stains that are not improving from daily cleaning?

If you have stain which are not improving from daily cleaning, then your appliance can be returned to the lab that made them where they should be able ot polish out some of the tougher stains.

Can these cleaner only be used on Flexible Dentures?

No, cleaners for Flexible Dentures can be used on a wide range of appliances such as; acrylic dentures, mouthguards, anti-snore devices, retainers, etc.

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Travel Toothbrush Cases – How to Keep your Toothbrush Clean While Travelling

D A — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:45:51 +0000

Dental hygiene doesn’t take a holiday, which is why your toothbrush and toothpaste need to travel with you. A good travel toothbrush case helps protect your toothbrush before and after use.

A travel toothbrush case also helps keep your brush hygienic by protecting it from germs and contamination while you’re on the go—whether you’re travelling, at school, at work, staying in hospital, or on a day trip.

Also known as toothbrush covers or travel holders, these cases prevent your toothbrush from coming into contact with other items in your bag and help keep the bristles clean.

However, it’s important not to store your toothbrush in a sealed case long-term. Once you arrive at your destination, remove it and allow it to air dry, as trapped moisture can encourage bacterial growth.

At Dental Aesthetics, we offer a wide range of travel toothbrush covers for manual and electric toothbrushes:

Set of 6 Coloured Toothbrush Covers suitable for most manual toothbrushes

Set of 6 Electric Toothbrush Covers compatible with with standard Oral B electric toothbrush heads

Set of 4 Push-On Toothbrush Covers suitable for most manual toothbrushes

Set of 4 Toothbrushes with Travel Covers

We also offer a range of toothbrush travel cases with a choice of plastic or wheatstraw material:

Set of 4 Plastic Toothbrush Cases suitable for most manual toothbrushes

Set of 2 Plastic Toothbrush Cases suitable for most manual toothbrushes

Set of 4 Wheatstraw Toothbrush Cases Suitable for most manual toothbrushes

And don’t forget to floss even on holidays! Keep up with the good dental care habits. See our floss selection

Enjoy your holidays!

See some extra advice on how to keep your mouth healthy while travelling

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Tongue Scrapers

D A — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:02:05 +0000

Oral hygiene problems such as bad breath and plaque formation are believed to be associated with a build-up of bacteria on the tongue. Tongue scraping is a fast way to remove the particles from the surface of your tongue.

Benefits of tongue cleaning:

Improve your sense of taste. Using a tongue scraper twice daily can improve your sense of taste. Your tongue may be able to better distinguish between bitter, sweet, salty, and sour sensations.
Improve the appearance of your tongue. Build-up of excess debris can cause your tongue to take on a white, coated appearance. Daily scraping can help remove this coating and prevent it from returning.
Improve overall dental health. Removing bacteria is key to preventing cavities, gum disease, and other conditions affecting the mouth.
Reduce bad breath. Tongue scraping helps to fight bad breath by removing odour-causing bacteria.

We offer different types of tongue scrapers depending on your tongue cleaning needs:

Classic plastic tongue cleaner: strong plastic handles with rubber grips and narrow headed design to minimise gag reflex. Available in a set of 4 tongue cleaners or a set of 2 tongue cleaners

Silicone tongue scraper: developed for more sensitive tongues, the silicone head allows a gentle gliding action. Available in a set of 4 tongue scrapers or a set of 2 tongue scrapers

We also offer plastic-free, eco-friendly options:

100 % corn-starch tongue scrapers – set of 2: packaged in a cardboard box, plastic-free packaging, environmentally-friendly.

Stainless Steel tongue scrapers – set of 2: surgical grade stainless steel 304, 100% plastic-free packaging, packed in a handy metal travel case. A great alternative to copper tongue scrapers.

Although a tongue scraper can help to reduce bad breath, it is just as important to practice good dental hygiene overall:

Brush your teeth at least twice a day. See our selection of toothbrushes
Rinse or gargle with mouthwash. See our Kin Mouthwash selection
Floss your teeth at least once a day. See our Floss selection
Schedule regular dental check-ups.

See the NHS advice on how to avoid bad breath and how to take care of your teeth and gums.

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