Since dental emergencies will almost always take you by surprise, you may not know the best way of handling the situation when faced with it. The first point of note is that you should stay calm so that you do not aggravate the damage that has occurred. The second thing to bear in mind is that you need to visit an emergency dentist as soon as possible, as this could increase your chances of saving a tooth and reducing the potential of adverse long-term effects. Read More»
Did you know that your mouth will go through a transition of sorts if you were to lose all your natural teeth? The underlying bone will not have to support the original teeth anymore and over time, it’s very shape will begin to change. This needs to be taken into account when you’re having full replacement dentures, as adjustments will need to be made as time goes by. However, there may be alternatives in your case that you hadn’t considered. Read More»
The symptoms of gingivitis are so mild that it is possible that a sufferer may not even be aware that they have it. Unlike periodontitis, the more advanced version of gum disease, gingivitis can be reversed. However, if left untreated for too long, even mild gum disease can progress to periodontitis. That’s why it is important that you act quickly to prevent this from happening.
If you have noticed that your gums are slightly swollen and have changed colour from a healthy pink to a deep red, it’s time to upgrade your oral hygiene practices. Read More»
Porcelain veneers can transform an otherwise average smile into a smile that attracts attention. However, at first, you may struggle to comfortably pronounce certain words, especially when it comes to the “s” sound. You may find yourself with a temporary lisp. But don’t fret. This doesn’t mean that your veneers were not fitted properly or that they are anything less than advertised.
Just like wearing a new pair of shoes for the first time, your body will need to adjust to the shape and feel of your new veneers. Read More»
Teeth whitening is generally performed with a bleaching gel – a chemical formula which will erode a small amount of your tooth enamel, leaving the whiter enamel underneath exposed. The gel is held against your teeth using a mould, or mouth guard, of some kind. The amount of time the mouth guard should be in your mouth for will vary between different treatments.
Whitening your teeth can be an expensive process. Read More»
