Sugary Drinks and Dental Caries
Sugary Drinks and Dental Caries When it comes to keeping your teeth healthy, it’s important to make sure you brush and floss, but it’s just as important to be careful of what you eat or drink as well. There is a long list of foods and drinks that are not good for your teeth. In […]
Crowns
Crowns A crown or tooth-shaped cap is a type of dental restoration which completely covers an entire tooth. Crowns can be used on any teeth including, front teeth and molars, either primary or secondary teeth. Times when a crown may be required includes: The tooth has extensive decay A filling would be too […]
Veneers
Veneers In dentistry veneers are used to mask the imperfections of a tooth or teeth. A veneer is an extremely thin piece of porcelain which is custom made to fit over the tooth to improve the aesthetics of a smile. Veneers are a less intrusive option than crowns or braces of course sometimes, crowns or […]
Oral Surgery
Oral Surgery Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialised field of dentistry focusing on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries and birth defects that affect the jaws, mouth, gums, teeth and facial structures. Although no one likes the sound of oral surgery it is sometimes necessary. However, unlike other surgeries, dental surgery doesn’t […]
Merry Christmas
Our Christmas Dental Survival Guide for Festive Season This is the season to be jolly and pamper yourself in a few festive treats! Our days are becoming more and more filled with celebrations that make the holidays so special and our hearts so warm. Unfortunately, these festive seasons are also likely to have us visiting […]
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders TMJ disorders include different conditions that are related to the Temporomandibular Joint, which is the joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull. If you place your fingers directly in front of your ears and open your mouth, you will be able to feel this joint. The TMJ is very important […]
Mouth Ulcers
Mouth Ulcers Mouth ulcers are normally small, painful white lesions or open sores that can develop anywhere in your mouth or at the base of your gums. They can make eating, drinking and talking very uncomfortable. Mouth ulcers most often appear as a result of an injury. Causes include biting lips or tongue, sometimes after […]
Dental Anxiety
Dental Anxiety Dental anxiety is a term used to describe many types of dental fears and worries. Most people experience some level of dental anxiety when they visit the dentist, especially if they are having something they’ve never had done before. Dentists have a lot of experience in dealing with people who are anxious or […]
Dental Sedation
Dental Sedation For dental treatments sedation can be given in one of three ways: Intravenous sedation (IV), Oral sedation or by Inhalation. IV Sedation – this will be used by oral surgeons and dentists who have specialised training and certification. For this type of sedation, medications are administered directly into the bloodstream through and IV. […]
Xerestomia
Xerostomia is the clinical term used in dentistry referred to dry mouth. Our saliva has many important jobs such as: • Moistens and cleanses our mouth • Helps digest foods • Prevents infections in the mouth by controlling bacteria and fungi When we don’t produce enough saliva, our mouth becomes dry and uncomfortable leading to […]