The 5 most important things to do to look after children’s teeth

Good dental care starts in childhood, that is why pediatric dentistry is an essential part of taking care of children’s teeth. When you make sure that your children’s teeth are taken care of, their risk of developing dental caries becomes significantly lower. The following tips are essential to keep in mind for protecting your children’s…

Porcelain veneers – What you need to know

Dental veneers are a common solution for people who are not completely happy with their smile. They are very thin (equivalent to a contact lens) shells made either from porcelain or a resin composite that adhere to the front of the tooth. Veneers change the shape, colour and size of the natural tooth. They fix…

Should I be worried about my amalgam fillings?

In today’s Internet age, with a seemingly infinite amount of information available, it sometimes seems harder than ever to find a definitive answer to even a simple question. Health-related matters are often the most widely covered subjects, which makes sifting through the various sources and opinions even more difficult. A perfect example of this is…

Sleep apnoea – What you need to know

Who doesn’t love a long and restful night’s sleep? But there are some people who simply cannot experience such restfulness because they have untreated sleep apnoea. What is sleep apnoea? Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes a person’s breathing to be interrupted during sleep. When untreated, loud snoring, consistently poor sleep and headaches can be some of…

Dental crowns – What you need to know

A dental crown is essentially a cap used to cover weak, decayed or broken teeth. If you have a tooth that is decayed to the point of cracking or breaking, a dental crown will likely be one option available to restore strength to the tooth. Dental crowns are affixed to the affected tooth with a hardening material that not only keeps…

Dental implants – the simple facts explained

For many patients, dental implants are an ideal option for replacing missing or damaged teeth. This dental technique has been used for more than 45 years and it is considered to be a very safe and effective procedure. It will restore your smile by filling any gaps you have with aesthetically-pleasing and permanently anchored artificial teeth. Here’s more about…

Smile Makeover

Want that Dazzling Smile? It might take you by surprise with how easily you can transform your smile to be the perfect smile that everyone will notice. Do you Need a Smile Makeover? If you have teeth that are overlapping or crooked, teeth which are chipped or broken, have unattractive gaps, teeth that are yellowish in colour, teeth that are missing or have metal fillings then you might want…

Professional vs. at home teeth whitening – which is better?

So you took a look in the mirror after you brushed your teeth this morning and you weren’t quite happy with your stained teeth? I think we’ve all been there. The cups of coffee and occasional glass of red wine can really add up and start to make your once white teeth tinged with yellow.…

Wisdom teeth – The facts

Wisdom teeth usually appear in the late teenage years or early twenties and are the last teeth to erupt. There are some lucky people who have no issues with them, however, they can be responsible for causing misalignment or crowding of the other teeth in your mouth which can lead to significant discomfort. Here are some facts about these teeth and their extraction.…

How often do my children need to visit the dentist?

After your child is born, it is recommended that you take them to see a doctor at regular intervals to ensure they are growing, healthy, and happy. But what about dental visits? When should visits to a children’s dentist be scheduled? As babies don’t have teeth right away, going to the dentist may not immediately be on your radar. However, it is important to remember that your…