v THE HERALD - Proud to be part of your community v Page 50 • The HERALD • 17th September 2026 Professional, safe ear wax removal service delivered in the comfort of your own home. We use microsuction, water irrigation and manual ear wax removal to suit the different needs of our clients. To book your appointment please call Gosia on 07591 036071 or email: info@watersideearcare.com Kit Davison FHP MCFHP MAFHP Qualified Foot Health Practitioner • Corns, Calluses, ingrown toenails, • Athlete’s Foot and thickened toenails. • Toenail and fingernail cutting. Flexible appointments and home visits available. 07752 674591 kdavison@kdfootcare.co.uk http://kdfootcare.co.uk Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Five Things You Need To Know If You Don’t Want To Come And See Us by Dr Susan Phillips and the clinical team at Water Lane Dental Most of what sends people to the dentist in pain was preventable months, even years earlier. A er three decades in practice, here is what I wish every patient understood before problems set in. 1. Healthy gums don’t bleed Bleeding when you brush, oss, or bite into an apple is a sign of in ammation and gum disease. is happens when your gums are reacting to plaque - the so bacterial lm that builds up on your teeth. Remove the plaque properly, and the in ammation, and the bleeding, resolves. 2. Pain is a late symptom of tooth decay Early decay in a tooth is usually painless and easily repairable. Toothache tends to develop once the decay has progressed deep into the tooth, getting near the nerve and causing it to become in amed. By this “attack” teeth can recover, but it takes an hour or two. Have sugar frequently throughout the day and teeth don’t have a chance to recover, leading to decay. is includes natural sugars like honey and agave, as well as hidden sugars in things like avoured yoghurt and processed foods. Giving teeth a rest between eating and drinking will reduce the amount of decay you get. Dental decay is preventable not inevitable. 5. Fluoride works best left on your teeth A er brushing, spit out the excess toothpaste but don’t rinse with water or a mouthwash. Leaving a thin layer behind gives the uoride time to strengthen your enamel. is matters especially around the Southampton area, where our water isn’t uoridated. In short: • Remove plaque properly to prevent gum disease - especially if it runs in your family • Don’t wait for pain before getting a check-up • Cut down on how o en you have sugar, not just how much • Use uoride toothpaste properly to get the full bene t Follow these rules and you won’t need much help from us - but if the damage is already done, or you need more advice, we can help. Call Water Lane Dental on: 023 8086 6555, visit: waterlanedental.co.uk stage, the nerve may already be damaged, and root canal treatment may be needed. “Plaque is always the cause - but how your body reacts to it can run in the family.” 3. Gum disease can run in families Some people are more prone to gum disease than others because their immune systems react more strongly to plaque. is can mean faster, more severe damage to the gums and the structures that support the teeth, which can lead to tooth loss - and it can run in families. But plaque is always the cause. See point 1. 4. Sugar…It’s how often, not how much Dental decay is caused by sugar. A er a sugar The team at Water Lane Dental, 15 Water Lane, Totton Join In Walks In The New Forest Are you looking for a fun and easy way to improve your health and meet new people? Community First Wessex understand that not everyone is con dent walking on their own in the New Forest or indeed, would want to walk alone. eir Solos’ walk is a medium paced walk in the Ashurst area on the first Saturday of the month. Walking in beautiful natural environments has numerous bene ts for physical and mental health, including reducing stress levels, improving mood, and increasing physical activity. e walks, led by experienced leaders, last approximately 90 minutes. Register now: To book a place please email: healthywalks@cfirst. org.uk, or call: 07737 688523 if you would like to know more about the walks before you participate. e number of participants for the walks is limited to 20 so booking is important. Parking information will be provided upon booking.
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