Your teeth might be small, but they are incredibly hard-working. They must cope with biting and chewing and are exposed to acids and bacteria daily. Understanding how your teeth are formed can help you care for them more easily and explains why preventive, restorative, and general dental treatments are so essential for optimal oral health. […] Read more
The beginning of the school year is coming up fast, so ensure your child is prepared. It can be a busy time, so it’s good to refresh your memory on how to care for your child’s teeth. It’s also the perfect time to schedule a back-to-school appointment for your child, as we can check the […] Read more
Orthodontic treatment can provide excellent results, straightening teeth and potentially improving dental health and almost certainly improving the appearance of your smile. However, when you first start wearing braces, you may need to adjust your everyday habits, and it can take a little time to get used to your new braces. What to Expect When […] Read more
Enjoying an ice cream or a sweet treat is a pleasurable experience for many people, but not for those with sensitive teeth. Eating certain foods can make their teeth twinge uncomfortably or even cause sudden sharp pain. Tooth sensitivity is a common problem experienced by many adults at one time or another. Usually, it’s triggered […] Read more
During the day, most people are so busy with work or family, and they have little time to think about their dental health beyond brushing their teeth in the morning and then again last thing at night. However, paying even a little more attention to habits and mealtimes during the day can greatly benefit dental […] Read more
During the colder winter months, we often crave heavier, more comforting foods that might not always be great for dental health. One of the most common problems we see in patients during winter is increased tooth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity can occur when you eat or drink something very hot or cold, causing a rapid temperature […] Read more
It is very common to develop sore, chapped lips during the winter. When lips are exposed to cold air, and warm, dry air inside, the top layer of the skin called keratin can lose moisture, becoming less flexible, cracked and sore, and even scaly. If you normally suffer from chapped lips, here are five ways […] Read more
From childhood, we have it drummed into us that we need to brush and floss regularly to prevent cavities from forming. Most of us also grow up knowing sugar is bad for our teeth and that we shouldn’t eat too much of it if we want to keep our teeth cavity-free. While these facts may […] Read more
As we celebrate Mother’s Day this month, we thought it the perfect excuse to look at Mum’s oral health and how it affects their child’s dental health. Mums need to take care of their oral health right from pregnancy onwards, and especially after the baby is born, because harmful bacteria can be transferred from the […] Read more
Clenching and grinding is a habit called bruxism. It is a tremendously destructive habit that can wear down your teeth, cause gum recession and affect your jaw joints. Luckily, when you visit our dental practice, we can easily diagnose the signs of bruxism and provide suitable treatment. What Is Bruxism? If you have bruxism, you […] Read more
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