Proper brushing and flossing on a daily basis is the most important factor in maintaining healthy teeth and gums — but professional cleaning is also essential.
Besides restoring teeth to a clean, bright appearance, a dentist also:
- Removes plaque build-up from difficult areas and under the gum
- Provides early detection of potential dental problems
- Includes screening for possible oral, face and neck cancers
A toothbrush and dental floss cannot remove all food particle and debris — and a regular check-up and cleaning should always be part of a good dental regimen. You’ll keep teeth and gums healthy while detecting any issues as early as possible. Read more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/consequences-of-ignoring-regular-teeth-cleanings/.

I’m Matthew Houlton, principal dentist and practice owner of Manor House Dental Practice.
Qualified from Sheffield dental hospital in 1993.
Post graduate training with Paul Tipton (Specialist Prosthodontist) from 2005-2007.
Diploma for Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK) 2007.
Special interest in Orthodontics.
Yorkshire Deanary Fixed Appliance Training Scheme 2002-2004.
I have worked at York Hospital’s orthodontic department one session a week since 2009.
Member of the British Society of Occlusal Studies (the study of temporomandibular disorder).
I have two children, who keep me busy when I am not at the practice. I take a keen interest in and teach Aikido, a martial art, to keep a healthy mind and body.
