fbpx

Parents beware!

This summer I have seen a number of young patients (under the age of 6) with decay in their teeth…. but they have healthy low sugar diets (very few sweets!) and motivated caring parents who do check their children have cleaned their teeth….. The thing these children have had in common , is their habit […]

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 […]

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 […]

Gumshield

A gumshield is also known as a sportsguard or a mouthguard. It is an appliance you wear if you run a risk of getting hit on the mouth while engaging in sports such as boxing,  football, rugby, martial arts, hockey etc. It is designed to protect the teeth and the surrounding tissue from trauma. The […]

Watch what you drink….!!

You may want to reconsider reaching for a soft drink or sugar-laden fruit drink the next time you’re in the mood for a beverage. Other than the high caloric content of such drinks, these drinks can have a profoundly damaging effect on your tooth enamel. The culprits – citric acid and sugar. The average soft […]

My son's dental treatment

This email was sent to us the same morning Harvey (age 5)  came to see us…he rang his Dad after his appointment with us here at The Courtyard Clinic…since then Harvey has had another succesful appointment…. I would just like to say a huge thank you for the time you spent with Harvey this morning.  […]

Children's dentistry

Hi Amit I just wanted to write and thank you for your help with Olivia yesterday. We were extremely worried about the decay and advice we previously received so we are very greatful for your advice and for the treatment given to Olivia.. You obviously have a gift for working with children as Olivia’s never […]