Crowns
Crowns are also known as ‘caps’. When a tooth is damaged extensively by decay or trauma, a filling may not be suitable to restore the tooth and a crown is then the choice of treatment. Also for aesthetic reasons, a crown can cover a discoloured tooth. A crown is designed to cover the part of […]
In the news today…
Headlines today are reporting again the known link between gum health and heart disease..recent studies have again confirmed that patients with gum inflammation are more likely to go on to have heart disease. The recent research has accounted for factors such as lifestyle, exercise and diet and so confirms the advice we give… that regular […]
Headache
Many people suffer from headache, but few realise that the teeth or the bite may be the reason behind it. Headache can be caused by: Grinding/clenching The headache caused by grinding or clenching the teeth is usually a ‘tension’ headache. Grinding often happens during sleep and may last for hours, putting a lot of pressure on […]
Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth. Often the rest of the teeth have already taken up the available space in the jaw and the wisdom tooth is left with little or no space at all. This means the wisdom tooth can erupt partially (part of the tooth outside the gum […]
Thumb Sucking
Sucking the thumb is considered normal behaviour for babies and may even start in the womb. However, if it continues after the age of two or three, it can have negative effects on developing teeth and bite. Thumb sucking has the following effects on the mouth and teeth: An open bite in the front: The front teeth […]
Gum Disease
Gum disease is also known as periodontitis. It is a very common disease that can affect you without clear symptoms or pain. The condition may go undetected for years before a patient becomes aware of it. How it starts: We all have some plaque covering our teeth. If we do not clean our teeth thoroughly, the […]
Grinding
Grinding or clenching the teeth is also known as bruxism. Bruxism can occur at any age, from young children with milk teeth to adults. People are usually unaware of the condition as it occurs mostly during sleep. But there are a number of visible signs of grinding: Flat shiny areas on the chewing surface of […]
Tips to reduce enamel erosion….
Enamel erosion or wear is surprisingly common and one of the causes of sensitive teeth, these tips can help reduce enamel erosion: Reduce or eliminate carbonated beverages Skip the additives in tea such as sugar, lemon, and milk Drink acidic drinks quickly and through a straw Acidic drinks should be consumed at meals only to […]
Dry Mouth
Dry mouth is also known as Xerostomia. Not until we suffer from a dry mouth, do we appreciate the role of saliva. People may suffer from low saliva production for many reasons. The most common ones are: Taking medication such as antidepressants, antihistamines and medication for treating high blood pressure. After receiving radiation therapy in […]
Invisible braces
What are invisible braces? One type of Invisible braces use a method of straightening teeth gradually with a series of clear plastic trays or ‘aligners’ instead of conventional metal braces. The distinctive feature of this treatment is that the plastic trays are virtually invisible, making them less noticeable to others. How does it work? The treatment starts with: […]
