Lots of children love playing sports and parents will want to encourage this healthy activity, but every year many children will suffer dental injuries. These injuries can damage or even knock out a tooth and could mean a lifetime of costly restorative dentistry. With a custom-made mouthguard, the risk of injury is reduced and most […] Read more
When you have dental implants, we will give you lots of practical information and advice on how to care for them. To recap, you must brush your teeth at least twice a day, taking care to thoroughly clean all sides of your implant and you must floss at least once-a-day. A single dental implant can […] Read more
Children learn through play, so try these fun dental activities that will teach them about oral care. Tooth Necklace Make a drawing of a tooth on cardboard, approximately 4 cm x 4 cm and use this as a template so children can make 20 teeth (children have 20 primary teeth) using brightly coloured paper. Take […] Read more
Provided you have looked after your dental health your teeth should remain in great shape as you age. However, some dental conditions are more likely to occur with age, and which include the following: Discoloured Teeth Teeth naturally darken as you age, often because tooth enamel begins to thin, exposing more of the dentine underneath […] Read more
All too frequently, people assume that once a tooth is filled, it’s good for life. While dental fillings can last for several years, they do need replacing periodically. Usually, the average lifespan of a filling depends on the material chosen by your dentist. Other factors that can influence its longevity include your daily oral hygiene […] Read more
Early dental visits are essential for ensuring your little one grows up with a healthy smile. The first visit should occur soon after your child’s first birthday. It’s an excellent way for children to become accustomed to regular preventative dental care and we can provide useful and practical advice on how to care for their […] Read more
Canker sores or mouth ulcers are more prevalent during the colder winter months, but there are steps you can take to help prevent these painful sores. Choose the Right Foods Often, people who get canker sores will benefit from avoiding foods that could irritate the mouth. These foods include salty snacks like nuts, pretzels and […] Read more
Eating ice cream or having a sip of hot coffee is no fun when it causes tooth pain. Sometimes even brushing or flossing your teeth is enough to make you wince. If this sounds familiar, you may have sensitive teeth, where hot and cold sensations reach your tooth nerve more easily. Tooth sensitivity can be […] Read more
Have you noticed that breathing in the cold air makes your teeth hurt? This is because the inner part of your tooth called the dentine may be exposed. Dentine is usually protected by tooth enamel and consists of microscopic tubules. When exposed, these tubules allow sensations to travel to the nerve in your dental pulp, […] Read more
We know dental emergencies can be painful and often frightening, but we are here to help and make every effort to see people in discomfort or pain quickly. Some situations are more urgent than others, for example: Severe toothache Gum or facial swelling near the affected tooth Jaw injuries Knocking out or loosening a permanent […] Read more
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