Dentures: Facts, Figures and Friendly Advice for Seniors

• The Danger of Gingivitis When You Have Dental Braces

  7 April 2021

  You'll notice the remarkable effects of your dental braces when your orthodontist finally removes them from your teeth. Sure, the most obvious benefits are visible, but there's a lot happening behind the scenes that you don't see. However, some of these invisible effects can end up causing a few problems, which is something that anyone with braces in their mouth needs to know about. Bone Remodelling Your teeth, gums and underlying bone are exposed to managed stress when you have braces.

• 4 Top Tooth-Brushing Tips

  9 March 2021

  Along with regular flossing and a healthy diet, brushing your teeth every day is one of the best ways to keep them healthy. However, many people cheat themselves out of the benefits of brushing by using the wrong tools or technique. The following tips can help you to get the most out of your daily brush. 1. Get into a Regular Brushing Habit Dentists recommend that everyone brushes their teeth at least two times a day.

• What Treatments Can You Expect from Orthodontic Dentistry

  22 January 2021

  If you or your child exhibit signs of tooth misalignment or crookedness, visit an orthodontist for specialised treatment. An orthodontist is a type of dentist who specialises in treating overcrowded teeth, overlapping teeth, crossbites, overbites and underbites. Some people may also suffer from temporomandibular disorders, abbreviated as TMDs; this is when you experience extreme facial pain that emanates from the muscles, nerves and joints in your jaw. Here are some different treatments you may receive from orthodontic dentistry:

• Preventative Dental Services You Should Have as an Adult

  24 November 2020

  As a child, most of your dental visits will be with a general dentist and have preventative services in mind. Though you can have visits for issues such as cavities or basic extractions, most will be for checkups and preventive services. As an adult, you may forget that you still need these and other preventative services. If you are planning your yearly visits and aren't sure what general dentistry services you need, here are a few to consider.

• Tips for Building a Child's Confidence During Dental Visits

  21 October 2020

  When should you take your child to a dentist? Most new parents wait until there is a problem or when their child is old enough. However, dentists advise parents against delays and suggest that a child's first appointment should be booked immediately after the first tooth erupts. It gives a dentist enough time to spot any dental issue as early as possible and prescribe corrective measures. Although the first visit to a dentist might be overwhelming to a child, you should use the opportunity to build their confidence.