192014Dec

Do you buy teeth whitening products over the counter?

Do you buy teeth whitening products over the counter? If so, proceed with caution. Many over-the-counter whitening products are not as effective because their chemistry is either very weak and cannot bleach the teeth for effectively or they are very strong and dangerous to use and ingest. Professional teeth whiteners are safe, effective, and done […]

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192014Dec

Are you thinking of removing your tooth to avoid Root Canal treatment?

Are you thinking of removing your tooth to avoid Root Canal treatment? When teeth are extracted and not replaced, teeth near the empty spaces begin to shift. This can affect your chewing ability, cause your mouth to sink in and your face to change appearance, and allow plaque to build up more easily. Make an […]

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122014Dec

Will gum disease recur after it is treated?

Will gum disease recur after it is treated? Since periodontal disease is caused by bacteria, you will greatly reduce your risk of the disease returning if you have regular checkups and practise meticulous home care. Certain medical conditions or medications may make you more susceptible to gum disease. They include pregnancy, birth-control pills, antidepressants, and […]

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052014Dec

How do you protect your newly bleached, bonded, crowned or veneered teeth

How do you protect your newly bleached, bonded, crowned or veneered teeth from getting stained? Any teeth, even cosmetically treated ones can be stained by tobacco and certain foods and drinks. Veneers and crowns are generally more resistant to stain than bleached or bonded teeth. To avoid stains, avoid tobacco products, coffee, tea, red wine […]

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052014Dec

Usage of straw to protect your teeth

Are you a person who always has a straw handy for any occasion? Using a drinking straw can help protect your teeth against staining that happens from long term exposure to dark-colored foods and drinks. Using a straw means you avoid constant and direct contact with the front of your teeth.This leads to reduced exposure […]

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032014Dec

What is the right way to brush your teeth?

How long should you really brush your teeth? You may have learned growing up that you should brush your teeth for at least two minutes. But if you’ve been using that as your only benchmark for brushing, it may be time to adjust your habits. The truth is, you need to brush your teeth in […]

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032014Dec

Dental Inlays and Onlays

Dental inlays and onlays are a sort of ‘middle ground’ between dental crowns and dental fillings. They are usually used in back teeth where there is an average degree of tooth decay or a gap between teeth. Inlays and onlays can also be used to restore fractured teeth, but a severe fracture might require a […]

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022014Dec

How much do you know about Molars?

Did you know that your molars can feel a piece of grit as small as 10 microns across between your teeth? They are a set of eight teeth (excluding your wisdom teeth) at the back of the jaw, with four on top and four on the bottom. Located towards the rear of the mouth, these […]

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