It’s very fashionable to have a pearly white smile and you may have wondered how you can achieve this with your own smile. Not everyone has milky white teeth just like the models that appear on toothpaste commercials. The reason for this is people’s individuality, as with eye and skin colour, every individual has a distinct…
Now we know what periodontal disease is, how can we avoid it altogether, here are some of the risk factors. Smoking, smoking is one of the most significant risk factors associated with the development of gum disease. Additionally, smoking can lower the chances for successful treatment. Hormonal changes in girls/women. (Nothing we can do about…
Who has heard of periodontal disease? Let’s ask the experts and see what they say. Periodontal disease is a chronic disease that affects the tooth- supporting structure (bone, periodontal ligament and gums). Periodontal disease has two parts Gingivitis (Inflammation or infection of the gums) and Periodontitis (where there is already destruction of the supporting bone…
Dental bridges are recommended for patients who may have one or more missing teeth in which their smile, eating habits, oral health, and speech may be impacted. One of the most popular types of bridges on the market today is the Maryland Bridge because there is very little adjustment that needs to be made to…
Once you have had your implants placed you will need to consider some of the points below to assist in your healing process. You won’t be able to brush over the site of the implant after it is placed, you will need to wait until the stitches have either dissolved or have been removed. It…
This information can differ between dental professionals and this can change depending on each personal case. The most obvious one and the top of any list is to make sure you brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes. If you brush your teeth after eating and drinking you should wait at least 20…