Dan's Dentistry Blog

Bonded to Your Baby Tooth: How Cosmetic Bonding Can Turn Your Baby Tooth into an Adult Tooth

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If you are over the age of 21 and still have a baby (primary) tooth nestled amongst your adult teeth, you are a member of a small minority of people that has what is termed “hypodontia”. Hypodontia affects around 6% of adults. The permanent tooth that should have replaced the baby tooth by the age of 21, is missing. Under normal circumstances, your body resorbs the roots of baby teeth, essentially unhooking them from the gum to make way for the developing permanent tooth. Read More»

What to Expect During Dentist Consultation

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Dentists are the medical practitioners that people turn to when they face dental problems. These medical professionals can provide a wide range of dental services based on the specific needs of each patient. Whether you want to improve the appearance of your smile, the functionality of your teeth, or your overall oral health, a dentist can always tailor a solution that suits you. But where do you start? The first and most important step is to go for dental consultation. Read More»

Understanding Front Teeth Veneers

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Dental veneers are wafer-thin shells of tooth-shaped porcelain or a resin composite material made to fit over the front surface of a tooth. Generally veneers are made to improve the shape and colour of the tooth. The use of porcelain veneers has other advantages apart from providing a natural tooth appearance. They are stain resistant and well tolerated by gum tissue. They don’t require extensive shaping of the tooth prior to fitting them on and they can protect the tooth from damage when the tooth is chipped or begins to wear. Read More»

Two benefits of getting dentures to replace your missing teeth

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If, as a result of an accident or an oral disease, you have lost several or all of your teeth, it might be worth investing in a set of dentures. Here are two of the main benefits of this dental accessory. A more attractive smile A full set of clean, straight white teeth is considered to be a sign of good health; as such, it’s common for those who have lost teeth to feel less confident and less attractive. Read More»

How to Choose the Right Dentist

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Have you just moved into a new area and need to find a dentist closer to home? Perhaps you need to register with a dentist for the first time. Whatever your circumstances, finding a new dentist can appear to be a challenging process. It is one of the most important decisions you will make. Your smile has an enormous impact on how you look and on how others perceive you. Taking care of your smile is vital, and you want a dentist who can help you do that. Read More»