Why do we bother with baby teeth?
A lot of people think that the baby teeth are the ‘first go of it’ before the adult teeth come out. For this reason, they don’t worry so much about doing treatment on baby teeth. In fact, we should take extra care of your kids baby teeth for these reasons: Decay in deciduous teeth move … Read more
How can I prevent cavities?
This is the question on everybody’s mind! How can I prevent cavities? The easy answer is simple- brush and floss more, and stay away from sweet things. But you can be the best brusher and flosser with the best diet in the world and still get lots of cavities, while someone who eats a packet … Read more
The ins and outs of toothbrushing
We get so many questions about how to clean your teeth and toothbrushes. Here are the ins and outs of toothbrushing, and a breakdown of the different types of toothbrushes: Manual vs electric: This can be personal preference. Manual toothbrushes take more skill to use as you have to physically manoeuvre them around each surface. … Read more
Cleaning your teeth at home
Everyone knows that they have to clean their teeth, but sometimes there can be a lot of conflicting information to deal with. It’s not necessarily common knowledge either. Let’s break it down and talk about cleaning your teeth clean at home. Toothbrush Manual or electric? This is up to you. Go for soft bristles … Read more
What is a deep clean?
What is a deep clean and do I need one? A deep clean refers to removing calculus and build up from underneath the gum. Calculus (tartar) build up can accumulate when you miss areas when brushing and flossing. The build up causes an inflammation response in your gums and over time, the gum and bone … Read more
Teeth Whitening
Everybody wants whiter teeth, but what is involved in teeth whitening, and what are the benefits? Today on the blog, we’ll break down the reasons to get teeth whitening, what to expect from it, and where to fit it in your treatment plan. Why do our teeth discolour? Teeth are porous and can pick … Read more
Taking care of children’s teeth
How should you take care of children’s teeth? This can be a question that parents and carers struggle with everyday, especially as your children start gaining their independence. Let’s talk about the best ways to take care of children’s teeth, how and when to brush, and when to come in to the dentist. It’s easiest … Read more
What to expect at the dentist
It’s been a while since you’ve come in for a check and you’re not sure what to expect at the dentist. Here, we’ll go through the steps of coming in to see us, what questions we ask and why. Making an appointment: Our friendly receptionists will take your call and ask the nature of … Read more
Dry mouth
Let’s talk about dry mouth- Dry mouth is a condition where you feel that your mouth is consistently dry because of a lack of saliva. It can be uncomfortable and cause issue when eating and speaking. It can also give dental problems such as increased risk of decay, risk of oral infections such as thrush, … Read more
Prevent damage with mouthguards!
What is a mouthguard? A mouthguard is an important piece of equipment to prevent damage if you or your child are playing contact sports. Many accidents can happen while on the playing field or court, and a mouthguard protects the worst of the damage to your teeth. Jaw fractures, broken teeth, displaced and head traumas … Read more