Your first visit to Spit Road Dental
Your safety is our first priority, so at the first appointment we ask you to fill in a medical history form so we can check for any health issues that may affect treatment. We will do a thorough examination and discuss any issues you have with your teeth and suggest treatment options and fees. For […]
What to expect at Spit Road Dental
At Spit Road Dental we aim to exceed your expectations by providing the ultimate dental experience. Your mouth is an essential part of your overall well being, so our philosophy is to start with the prevention of disease and for any treatment to be as minimal and pain free as possible! What to expect: A […]
X-rays
X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an important part of dental care and treatment planning. They can help prevent potential oral care issues in a patient’s mouth before they become major issues. X-rays allow the dentist to see inside a tooth and beneath the gums to asses the health of the bone and supporting tissue […]
Would you know what to do if your child knocked out a permanent tooth?
First of all, handle the tooth by the crown (smooth white part) not the root. Gently rinse the tooth in milk or normal saline solution if it has dirt or blood on it. Rinse for a few seconds only.Replace the tooth in its socket if the child is conscious – make sure the tooth is […]
Tooth whitening
Tooth whitening is a process by which the discolourations or stains on the teeth are chemically lightened. When a whitening product is applied to the teeth, it breaks down into water and oxygen ions. The oxygen ions enter the enamel and attack the long stain molecules to effectively break them down to be short and colourless. These […]
Everything you need to know about a Dry Socket
A dry socket is a painful condition that you may experience after having a tooth extracted. Normally when a tooth is extracted a blood clot forms over the area, the clot protects the nerves and bone in the empty tooth socket. The blood clot plays an important role in the healing process by protecting the […]
Step-by-step guide on how to floss
1) Using roughly 15 inches, start by wrapping the floss around both middle fingers, leaving about an inch or two to work with 2) Hold the floss between your index finger and thumb 3) Slowly slide the floss between your teeth 4) Gently curve the floss around the base of each tooth (make sure you […]
The effects of smoking on your mouth
Most people are aware that smoking is bad for their health and can cause many different health problems. However, many people don’t realize the damage that smoking does to their mouth, gums and teeth. Smoking can lead to tooth staining, gum disease, tooth loss, and it more severe cases mouth cancer. Smoking stains teeth due […]
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is actually a replacement for the root of the tooth. Just like the root of the tooth, dental implants are secured in the jawbone and are not visible once surgically placed. They are used to secure the crown (the part of the tooth you can see). Dental implants are typically made of […]
What is an impacted wisdom tooth?
Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars at the back of the mouth that don’t have enough room to emerge or develop normally. They are the last adult teeth to come into the mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on the top, and two on the bottom. An impacted wisdom tooth can be painless. You […]