Should You Worry If Your Child Has Bad Breath?

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Does your child complain of bad breath and, perhaps, that other kids at school have mentioned it? If so, it's not unusual and not necessarily something that you should worry about, but you should rule out some potential problems to try and get to the bottom of it. What could be causing this condition, also known as halitosis? Dry Mouth One of the biggest causes of bad breath is dry mouth syndrome.

2 December 2021

Three Common Dental Emergencies Explained

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Dental emergencies can be extremely stressful, especially if your teeth are painful or you're travelling and can't see your usual dentist. However, visiting a dentist as soon as possible can provide relief and peace of mind. This guide explains three of the most common dental emergencies and what you should do about them. A Dental Abscess A dental abscess is one of the most unpleasant and painful dental emergencies. It is a bacterial infection that can form inside a tooth or gum, causing a variety of symptoms from throbbing pain, painful gums, ear and jaw pain and even bad breath.

14 October 2021

Avoiding Discoloured Dental Bonding: Why Some People Might Find It Difficult

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Dentistry offers you a number of ways to give your smile a makeover. While dental crowns and veneers might be the best-known methods, sometimes only a minor alteration is needed. With dental bonding, your dentist applies tooth-coloured resin to your teeth, which then dries and covers any small imperfections. It's remarkably effective and cost-effective, although the trick with tooth-coloured dental bonding is to maintain its tooth-coloured appearance. Some people might find this to be a challenge.

3 September 2021

3 Tooth Whitening Questions Answered

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Although many people wish they had whiter teeth, myths and uncertainty around the process of tooth whitening discourage some people from getting the treatment they need. If you would like to learn more about teeth whitening, take a look at these common questions and their answers. 1. Why Do Teeth Develop Stains? Dietary factors can play a big part in the likelihood of teeth developing dental stains. For example, your teeth are more likely to become stained if you drink a lot of dark-coloured liquids, such as black coffee or red wine.

23 July 2021

Is Your Smile Bright Enough?

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You will smile at someone to convey your friendliness and your pleasure at meeting them. While you are doing these things, how confident are you that your smile is perfect? Are you afraid to open your mouth because there are gaps where there should be teeth or because your teeth are crooked? These are both situations where a good cosmetic dentist will be able to offer assistance. One other and perhaps more common teeth problem where a dentist can help is by dealing with grey or stained teeth.

11 June 2021

4 Benefits of Loose Denture Relining

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It is normal for dentures that once fit perfectly to become gradually looser over the years. This looseness can create problems with speaking and eating, so it is best to get it fixed as soon as possible. In many cases, loose denture relining is the easiest, quickest and most cost-effective way of making an old pair of dentures fit well again. Here are four reasons why you should ask your dentist about loose denture relining.

29 April 2021

Who Is A Dentist: A Complete Detail

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A dentist is a medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases related to the mouth, gums and teeth. A dentist is a specialized doctor and uses DDM (doctor of dental medicine) and DDS (doctor of dental surgery) after their names. A dental team provides treatment for oral health care. It includes a dental assistant, dental hygienist, and dental technicians.  What a dentist can do? Most of the dentists are general practitioners and can perform a variety of tasks.

23 March 2021