Patients can have faith in their dentist While no-one wants to hear that they require dental surgery, there’s no need to fear the procedure. Your dental surgeon will explain exactly what’s involved and will strive to make the process as pain-free as possible. One of the most common dental surgeries is the extraction of wisdom… Continue Reading
A mouth guard is an effective device to protect teeth Mouth guards are a common choice for people who need to protect their teeth, gums and lips for various reasons. A person may need a ]guard for a number of situations, such as when participating in contact sports or to protect teeth while sleeping from… Continue Reading
Replacing missing teeth with dental implants has become the preferred alternative to dentures. People who have lost their teeth due to disease or injury use implants to make smiles more attractive and improve self-confidence. Like any other surgical procedure, the thought of surgery can cause people to become fearful about the amount of pain, the… Continue Reading
There was a time in sports history when people engaged in collision sports such as Australian rugby, American football, boxing and other contact sports without any protection to the head, neck, knee or mouth. Fortunately, sanity has prevailed and today safety matters. Many sports players now enter the sporting arena wearing protective padding and hard… Continue Reading
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 to fix… Continue Reading
Orthodontics is still the best way to give you the smile you have always wanted. In our practice, we have a visiting orthodontist who consults with our patients. We cater for all age groups—both children and adults who need orthodontic treatment. The consult appointment with the orthodontist is the first step. He gives our patients… Continue Reading
Teeth whitening is an effective treatment to restore the whiteness and brightness of teeth and leaves you feeling shiny on the inside too As the years go by there are several factors that affect the colour of teeth. Foods like chocolate, coffee, soft drink and wine all stain teeth, while some types of medication cause… Continue Reading
If your dentist has suggested that you have a crown installed instead of a filling, you may balk at the idea. After all, crowns can be more expensive than fillings. However, there is a very good reason why your dentist might suggest the use of a dental crown rather than a standard filling and that’s because… Continue Reading
Good dental care starts in childhood. 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 teeth. Visit your pediatric dentist You don’t have to wait until your children start getting… Continue Reading
