What Is It? Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be embarrassing and in some cases may even cause anxiety. It’s no wonder that store shelves are overflowing with gum, mints, mouthwashes and other products designed to fight bad breath. But...
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Fluoride’s Importance to the Teeth Enamel, the outer layer of the crown of a tooth, is made of closely packed mineral crystals. Every day, minerals are lost and gained from inside the enamel crystals. Losing minerals is called demineralisation. Gaining...
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Heart Disease And Gum Disease Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Disease? Overall the data indicates that chronic gum disease may contribute to the development of heart disease, the nation’s leading cause of death in both men...
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What is sleep apnoea? Sleep apnoea (or more correctly obstructive sleep apnoea) is a condition that affects about 5% of adults. In sleep apnoea the airway in your throat that leads from the nose and mouth to the lungs collapses...
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We recommend our patients have a routine check-up visit every 3-6 months. Regular dental visits are essential for the maintenance of healty teeth and gums. We assesses the condition of your teeth and gums by: * Examining the gums* Looking...
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I have a toothache! What should I do? There are number of causes of toothache other than tooth decay which is the primary cause of toothache for most children & adults. Other possible causes of toothache can include: An accumulation...
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Overcoming Dental Fear and Anxiety A certain extent of apprehension is normal before going to the dentist. But if your anxiety affects your oral health and prevent you from going to the dentist, you may be experiencing dental fear, anxiety,...
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Planning For Your Wedding Day Smile One tradition that has become universal in many cultures is photographing to record the magic of a wedding day. Whether bride or groom, you’ll want to look your best and in the midst of...
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Basic Protection Even if a tooth has been knocked out, it often can be saved if you get to a dentist quickly enough. Minor chips and cracks can be repaired. Dentists use tooth-colored materials that are nearly as strong as...
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Why do dentists keep using amalgam fillings (‘silver fillings’)? Dental amalgam (‘silver fillings’) have been used as a reliable, efficient, long lasting and safe filling material for over 100 years. While you may have seen or heard commentary suggesting that...
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