29 November 2016
Your smile is your best asset. From your boss to your friends to your partner everyone notices your smile and their star attraction: your teeth. When your teeth are crooked, missing or all of those lattes and red wines have made them less than pearly white it's easy to become self-conscious about your smile. Cosmetic dentistry is becoming more popular as more people realise the value in having a smile they're happy with, but it can seem like a big investment.
9 November 2016
Biting your nails might seem like a relatively harmless activity. Sure, you might give the ends of your fingers a somewhat ragged appearance, but that's all, right? Unfortunately, this is not the case. Biting your nails can actually come with a number of oral health issues. Here are 5 important reasons why you should curb the habit. 1. Nail Biting Introduces Bacteria to the Mouth Your mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria, which should be supressed by a good oral healthcare routine.
19 October 2016
If you are looking for ways of improving your dental health, beyond basic brushing and flossing, you may be considering using mouthwash as part of your oral health routine. However, there are different types of mouthwash to choose from. Here are three of the most common types of mouthwash. Fluoride Mouthwash Fluoride plays a key role in maintaining your dental health by helping to strengthen your enamel. Enamel is the hard outer layer of your teeth.
28 September 2016
A missing tooth can be a source of discomfort that if left ignored will tend to exacerbate with time. Regardless of whether you have lost a tooth (or teeth) because of an injury, old age or tooth decay, you deserve a chance to smile again and feel good around other people. One of the dental treatments available for you is dental implants. Dental implants are essentially root canal replacements for the lost teeth.
15 September 2016
Composite resin bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure where special dental material is moulded over the surface of your tooth to make it look whiter and straighter. It can be used to correct a number of cosmetic tooth defects. Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about composite bonding to help you decide whether this procedure is right for you and what to expect from it. Can anyone carry out composite bonding?
26 August 2016
Cosmetic dentistry is much more common today than ever before; there are a number of procedures from which to choose, and many of them are very affordable. Cosmetic dentists may also offer their own financing options so you can pay for a cosmetic procedure over time, allowing you to always look your best. Note a few questions you might have about cosmetic dentistry and then discuss these with your family dentist or a cosmetic dentist if you need more information.
11 August 2016
Teenagers are under immense pressure to fit in with their peers, especially so in this day and age. That's why trying to explain to them that they probably need braces will often be like trying to perform a root canal on yourself. Not only can braces be painful and awkward when it comes to eating, but for many teens braces are a disaster that will all but ruin any social status they might have worked hard on up to this point.