Monday 17 July 2017

Notice to patients and visitors to the practice


From the 24th July to 4th August 2017 we will be refurbishing the reception and waiting room area downstairs. During this time we will only be operating the two upstairs surgeries.

If you have an appointment during these 3 weeks you can access the building through the back door and report to our temporary reception area as sign posted.

If you need to contact the practice during this time via phone or email we will be operating as usual.

Tel: 01824 703 201
Email: info@ruthindental.com



We thank you for your cooperation and patience during this time.😎




Joanna Kettle
Treatment coordinator

Thursday 13 July 2017

Our answering machine is broken.


In an emergency call NHS Direct on 08454647.

If you want to leave a message please email info@ruthindental.com or call tomorrow.

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Joanna Kettle

Monday 10 July 2017

Flossy's Top Tips


Throughout July we will be sharing Top Tips to help you keep your mouth healthy.

Many of our messages will be aimed at parents and carers to encourage children to develop good habits at a young age.

Remember dental disease is PREVENTABLE.

First let me introduce you to FLOSSY



She is our friendly tooth brushing bear and her name has been chosen by you the public.

FLOSSY  will be sharing her top tips with you during July.

Children often hurry when brushing. They can be tired and generally reluctant to brush. 
These are common problems and how you tackle it will depend upon the the individual and age.



Top Tips

1. Ask your child to imagine their mouth is divided into four sections and brush each section for 30 seconds.



2. To reach for back teeth get your child to roar like a panda bear.



3. Remember brush for ....
 


  

A 2 minute timer is a great idea.

4. Make it fun.
Fill in a tooth brushing chart.
www.denplan.co.uk/bigsummerbrushup

Choose a fun toothbrush.
Make a special toothbrush holder.
Brush to a favourite song.




5. Download an app!
Aquafresh Brush Time or The Disney Magic Timer App for the younger children.
An Brush DJ for those a little older.





6. Brushing with older siblings can help.




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Joanna Kettle