Crowns and fillings are done to repair a tooth worn down by damage and decay back to its original shape and size. At your dental appointment, the dentist will do a thorough examination of your teeth, the bone and gums around your teeth, your jaw joints and muscles. He will also take x-rays of the […]
Weak teeth are extremely inconvenient. When it comes to our dental health – most of us know which foods aren’t the best for our teeth, but we still consume the sweet, sugary, sticky, delicious treats anyway! That is totally fine, as long as we brush and floss and rinse and do the necessary ablutions after. […]
It is the season to be jolly, and for many of us, this means that we will indulge in mostly sugary treats. Eating and drinking loads of sticky, sweet snacks do not only affect our weight and overall health, but it can cause damage to teeth – irreparable damage if we aren’t careful! It is […]
There are many medical conditions that can destroy the mouth and the most devastating of the group is arguably oral cancer. Oral cancer, or mouth cancer, is one of several types of cancers grouped in a category called head and neck cancers. Mouth cancer and other head and neck cancers are often treated similarly, Mayo […]
Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable but can also be a sign of the state of your general oral health. Luckily, it may be treated with small lifestyle changes and seldom requires medical treatment. Causes of dry mouth at night The most common cause of dry mouth is the slow or low production of saliva, […]
Every year, billions are spent on teeth whitening products, whether it is professionally done or at-home whitening products. The product choice is so vast that unfortunately many of these products have unsafe, possibly lethal chemical bleach as an ingredient. Fortunately, there are teeth whitening options available that are both natural and safe to use. You […]
Participating in high-impact competitive sports puts athletes at increased risk of facial injury. It isn’t uncommon to see an athlete with missing teeth. All sportspeople must be equipped with the proper protective headgear (and other measures) before they engage in games and tournaments. Without these precautions, the injuries they sustain could be devastating. Although injuries […]
The mouth is a sensitive area but heals the fastest. We use our mouths to eat, drink and speak. Unfortunately, the moist, warm grooves and nooks of the mouth make it the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. If you do not have a proper, regular, dental health routine, you could get all sorts of gross, […]
You’ve all been following the latest updates regarding the state of our country during COVID-19 and its impact on our communities, neighbourhoods and families. As this has been a stressful and uncertain time, you may not be able to check-in with your dentist for routine dental procedures, or you might be extra concerned about seeking […]
Having your teeth extracted isn’t exactly a pleasant experience. With the right dentist, it can certainly be an easy process, but some pain is always expected, especially in the healing process. However, there is a limit on how much pain should be present, especially after a few days have passed. If your pain persists, or […]
