26 May 2021
Crooked and misaligned teeth can affect people in more ways than one might think. On top of affecting self-esteem and confidence, they can also make it difficult to chew and even speak. Thankfully, these days, there are many straightening procedures available to correct the alignment of your teeth. Whether you have an underbite or overbite, teeth spaced too far apart or too close together, or any other issue with occlusion, here are three procedures to talk through with your dentist.
23 April 2021
You probably roughly know how dental cavities work, and it's not pleasant. The protective enamel coating a tooth corrodes and is breached, leading to the deterioration of the underlying dentin. The deterioration can develop to a further depth, reaching the pulp chamber in the centre of the tooth, where its nerve is found, often requiring a root canal. Ultimately, even total loss of the tooth is possible. Clearly, a cavity needs to be filled.
9 March 2021
All dental problems require specialised treatment. However, some require immediate treatment due to their nature and severity. How fast you seek treatment when you have an emergency dental issue can determine whether or not you will keep the affected tooth. But, how do you know that your dental problem requires emergency dental services? Below are some common emergency dental issues requiring immediate professional dental care. 1. One or Some of Your Teeth Are Broken
2 February 2021
A child's dental health affects other facets of their life. When they have a pain-free, bright and healthy mouth, they will positively interact with other people. Furthermore, it will boost their self-esteem, making them better in their day-to-day activities, including academics. Because of that, you must make sure that your children maintain proper at-home oral hygiene practices. Moreover, you should take them to a children's dentist for regular dental-check-ups, at least twice a year.
17 December 2020
Nobody wants to experience a dental emergency because most episodes are excruciatingly painful. Unfortunately, dental emergencies occur when you least expect. Therefore, it is necessary to find a dental clinic that offers emergency services to alleviate the pain and prevent extensive damage to your teeth. When looking for an emergency dental clinic, you should consider a few factors since they act as pointers to the kind of service you are likely to receive.
10 November 2020
Regular dental checkups can catch the majority of dental problems, such as tooth decay or gum disease, at an early stage. However, some problems can arise more rapidly and require urgent attention. If the following circumstances apply to you, be sure to get in touch with an emergency dentist right away. 1. Serious Oral Injuries If you have experienced an accident that has knocked out a tooth, chipped a tooth or lacerated your gum, you should visit an emergency dentist immediately.
24 August 2020
After deciding to improve one's smile, the first step a majority of people take is whitening their teeth. Dazzling teeth not only enhance your overall appearance, but their pristine appearance can also help with camouflaging minor flaws such as cracks or chips in one's teeth. But once you make this decision, you will be bombarded by the myriad of procedures that are available to you. From home whitening kits to in-office treatments or even specialty mouthwashes, you may find making a decision daunting, more so if you are unfamiliar with the pros and cons of the different options.