Chipping or cracking a tooth is something that is relatively common with adults and children alike. While enamel is an incredibly strong substance biting hard substances such as ice can easily cause damage and chip your teeth. Teeth grinding and tooth decay can also cause your teeth to break or chip. And, while it may be tempting to just ignore a chipped tooth, especially if it is a back tooth, in this article we’ll look at the reasons why you shouldn’t ignore it.
Thinking of getting a dental crown but not sure if it is the right choice for you? Or, perhaps you just have a couple of questions that you need answers for. In this article, we’ll answer common questions that we get asked about crowns as well as some general guidance on the procedure.
Firstly, just what is a dry socket? Alveolar osteitis or dry socket is a painful condition that occurs following tooth extraction in adults. Usually, a blood clot forms at the site of the tooth extraction and protects the bone and nerve endings and aids recovery. Where a blood clot doesn’t develop or becomes dislodged this is known as a dry socket.
Did you know that a dental hygienist can do a lot more than just scale and polish your teeth? Hygienists are specially trained professionals who are able to prevent and treat gum disease as well as provide dental advice based on your dental hygiene. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the 7 reasons why you should book in a regular visit to your dental hygienist as well as your dentist.
While visiting the dentist regularly is an essential way to keep your teeth and gums healthy, did you know that making some simple changes to your daily habits can also make a big difference? In this blog, we’ll take a look at some of the habits that are detrimental to the health of your mouth and what you can do to make yourself more aware of the harm they cause.
For those with missing teeth, a beautiful smile can seem like a thing of the past, but there is some good news, this doesn’t have to be the case. Thanks to modern technology and new dentistry techniques there are now more ways than ever for you to get the smile of your dreams. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some of the best cosmetic options for replacing missing teeth and help guide you through some of the available options.
Tooth whitening is one of the most popular ways of improving the appearance of your teeth and is a highly effective way of transforming your smile. But with so many whitening kits available online why should you visit your dentist instead of doing it yourself? In this blog, we’ll take a look at the reasons why tooth whitening from your dentist is always the right option to choose.
Many people dream of having straight teeth and think that the only way to do this is with ugly metal braces that remind them of being in school. Luckily, dentistry has moved on and it is now possible to get a Hollywood smile without the need for traditional metal braces. In this article, we’ll look at some of the modern alternatives to braces and how they can help you create a smile to be proud of.
When was the last time you smiled with confidence?
If you have missing or damaged teeth, we can help you find your smile again with new dentures. Getting dentures will help you look and feel at your best again by replacing your missing teeth with perfect, natural-looking replicas.
Your dentist is essentially the person to whom you hand responsibility for your oral health. We only get one set of adult teeth so they need to be well looked after, which makes choosing the right dentist an important task. If you’re a nervous patient, or you’re looking for specific treatment, then this choice could be even more crucial. So how do you make sure that you get it right?
