Lifelong reasons to smile
Teeth grinding is a common, yet serious condition that affects many people. Some individuals may even be unaware they suffer from it. Perhaps you’re one of them. Because it is involuntary and generally occurs during sleep, the symptoms are often difficult to pinpoint and attribute directly to clenching/grinding of teeth. Fortunately, there are ways to…
How often should I brush my teeth? Most patients recognise that good brushing habits can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. One of the most common questions we are asked by our patients is “how often should I brush my teeth?”. We recommend that our patients brush their teeth twice a day, for approximately…
Most dentists spend a lot of time promoting positive, proactive good oral health messages. Hopefully, that means that most people have heard them often enough for them to have sunk in. But we’re just going to mention them one more time (for context): Brush your teeth twice a day Floss at least once a day…
Sometimes we wonder if patients think, “Is There Anything Invisalign Can’t Do”? One reason for this is because Invisalign braces are a great dental tool. They have helped change the experience of having braces and straightening teeth so that it is a lot less uncomfortable for many people looking for that perfect smile. Perhaps because…
It is well known that tooth decay and gingivitis are the most common, yet preventable, dental conditions amongst individuals. Most people are also aware that the major cause of tooth decay and gingivitis is food and drink being left on the teeth and gums. This results in bacteria forming on the teeth and causes poor…
A dental bridge is a bit different to a bridge that goes over a river or valley, in that dental bridges also fill the gap they’re bridging … with false teeth. In other words, a dental bridge isn’t designed to simply provide a cover over the gap, but rather is a structure that anchors the…
