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When things get complicated

When things get complicated

Patients can have faith in their dental surgeon One of the most common dental surgeries is the extraction of wisdom teeth. This is a relatively straightforward procedure but things can get a little complicated when the tooth is impacted. This means it’s hidden under the gum line and can be difficult to extract. However, it’s… Continue Reading

Guarding for protection

Guarding for protection

A mouth guard is an effective device to protect teeth Mouth guards are a common choice for people who need to protect their teeth, gums and lips for various reasons. A person may need a mouth guard for a number of situations, such as when participating in contact sports or to protect teeth while sleeping… Continue Reading

Orthodontics – more than just straight teeth

Orthodontics – more than just straight teeth

Orthodontics provides more than just a pretty smile. Whilst it’s true that patients often use braces and other orthodontic devices to achieve their smile of choice, a little known secret is that the benefits of orthodontics can extend to include an improvement in overall health and well-being. Here are some of the lesser known benefits… Continue Reading

The smile maker

The smile maker

Orthodontics is still the best way to give you the smile you have always wanted. In our practice, we have a visiting orthodontist who consults with our patients. We cater for all age groups—both children and adults who need orthodontic treatment. The consult appointment with the orthodontist is the first step. He gives our patients… Continue Reading

Benefits of porcelain veneers

Benefits of porcelain veneers

Dental veneers are a common solution for people who are not completely happy with their smile. They are very thin (equivalent to a contact lens) shells made either from porcelain or a resin composite that adhere to the front of the tooth. Veneers change the shape, colour and size of the natural tooth to fix… Continue Reading

Mouthguards – Off The Shelf vs Dentist Fitted?

Mouthguards – Off The Shelf vs Dentist Fitted?

With over 5 million teeth being knocked out each year, mouthguards are a necessity for all contact sports players. The selection process for a sports mouthguard should include an evaluation of the differences between custom fitted and off-the-shelf varieties. What are custom-fitted mouthguards? They are a removable shield that is worn over your teeth to protect… Continue Reading

Night mouth guards

Night mouth guards

Countering the debilitating effects of teeth grinding Excessive teeth grinding and clenching—known as bruxism—is a common condition that can lead to debilitating problems over time. While this habit may occur during the day, the vast majority of teeth grinding and clenching takes place at night. After all, there’s no conscious control over this habit and… Continue Reading

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