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»
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»
One of the most common issues faced by patients with braces is dislodged brackets. When a bracket dislodges from a tooth, patients can be left feeling confused and frustrated. The situation is made worse if the same bracket continually dislodges even after being replaced multiple times. Fortunately, this doesn’t affect the efficiency of the affected braces and is usually a matter of reattaching the bracket. If the problem persists however, you and your dentist should work out what is causing the problem so you don’t have to keep going back for repairs. Read More»
There are several aspects and considerations of dentures when you finally make the choice to move forward with the procedure. You are asked to choose the shade of the teeth, material that is used, and various other options. This gives you a more personalized option than your traditional dentures normally would. You may be wondering how much of this process you will lose if you go with same day dentures, and what the benefits will be for the option. Read More»
If your teeth are badly decayed, your dentist may have said you need to have them removed and get dentures instead. Many people worry that life with false teeth will be a drag, but this doesn’t have to be the case. Here are five common myths about false teeth that need to be busted. 1. Only Old People Have False Teeth People of all ages lose teeth. Perhaps a road traffic accident or incident on the sports field knocked out some of your teeth, leaving you needing partial dentures. Read More»
When you move to a new country, there are a lot of things to consider, but one that often gets overlooked is how to successfully transfer your medical and dental needs from one country to another. As a person who is about to emigrate to Australia, the orthodontic needs of your teenager must be considered in advance. You will not have any trouble finding an excellent orthodontist when you arrive in Australia, but how do you make sure there is no interruption to the quality of treatment your child is getting? Read More»
The urge to chew on things is a problem shared by many. However, while many parents and dog owners work together to find answers, adult chewers often struggle in silence, wondering why they can’t stop chewing on things. If this is you, then you may be one of approximately 500,000 Australians that suffer from OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). The obsessive behaviours of this group vary, but one of the known rituals is the overwhelming desire to chew on things. Read More»
Have you recently discovered what you thought was a flake of tooth in your mouth? It may not actually be tooth at all (that is unless you can see the damage with your own eyes). In fact, while it is possible for weakened teeth to become brittle, tartar (which is calcified plaque) is also known to flake off your teeth. So before you panic, you should first make sure that what you are looking at isn’t in fact a flake of tartar. Read More»
The pain of toothache can send anyone running to the medicine cabinet for relief. Of course, the best option is to have your dentist treat the underlying problem that is causing the pain, but it is not always possible to see a dentist right away. While you wait for an appointment, it pays to know which medications you can safely take to relieve your pain. Not all medications are equally good at treating toothache, so let’s take a look at four of the most common painkillers and assess how effective they are for toothache relief. Read More»
When it comes to caring for your teeth, you may know to brush and floss regularly, and these certainly are very important steps for having strong, healthy teeth. However, there are other things you need to keep in mind in order to ensure your teeth are always in their best condition and that you avoid early cavities, tooth loss, and other such problems. Note a few simple tips that are easy to overlook when it comes to caring for your teeth, and ensure you don’t omit these from your regular routine. Read More»