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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Teeth Whitening – Should I do it? Teeth Whitening is a quick and easy way to ensure that you will be able to greet friends and family with a beautiful smile. Before you consider having your teeth whitening done we...
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Do you have an important event coming up where you need to look your best? Do you want a confident glowing smile for the rest of your life? Do you see your dentist every 6 months? If you answered “YES”...
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WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL? Root canal treatment is the removal of the tooth’s pulp, a small, thread-like tissue in the center of the tooth. Once the damaged, diseased or dead pulp is removed, the remaining space is cleaned, shaped...
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Bruxism is the involuntary clenching, grinding and gnashing of the teeth. About half of the population does it from time to time. Around five per cent of the population are regular, forceful tooth grinders. Often it happens during sleep, but...
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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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Dental X-rays are often necessary when assessing your oral health as they provide a picture of areas the dentist cannot see. Like the rest of our body, there is a lot going on in our mouth. While your teeth and...
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Wisdom Teeth Definition Wisdom teeth are the third and last molars on each side of the upper and lower jaws. They are also the final teeth to erupt; they usually appear when a person is in their late teens or...
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