Bruxism, the clenching or grinding of the teeth, is a common habit. You may do this without realizing it during the day, but it often happens during the night while you are asleep. This habit can be damaging to teeth, wearing them down over time. Often, a night guard will be prescribed to protect the teeth, but what is a night guard and is it always the best solution? Are there times when a night guard is not called for?
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There is an unfortunate tendency among many people to delay seeking treatment for dental issues. Barring an emergency or severe discomfort, many will overlook signs that should, in fact, be sending them to the dentist. Whether it be fear of the dentist or the simple hope that the issue will clear up on its own, they wait and risk having the situation grow worse.
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Our overall health is affected by our gut health, which in turn is related to our oral health. This means that having one microbiome out of balance can have a cascading effect across the body, including your mouth.
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Winter is here again, bringing cold weather, grey skies, and of course, snow. For some, winter signals time to stay inside with warm pyjamas, fleece sheets, and hot chocolate, along with a good book or movie. For many others, however, winter is a time to get outside and enjoy their favourite winter activities.
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It’s not too often that you will hear COVID-19 described as “perfect” in any way, but it has, in fact, provided a perfect opportunity for cosmetic dentistry. Since the beginning of the pandemic, interest in procedures such as tooth whitening have been showing a significant rise.
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Many of us grew up with parents who constantly reminded us about the dangers that sugary foods pose to our teeth. Far less often do we hear about foods that are actually good for them. We all know about dental care routines ...
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Part two of our Toddler Teeth Tips series is focused on milk, bottles and your childrens teeth. This is the 2nd part of our Toddler Teeth Tips series, where we have been answering all of your toddler teeth questions.
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In this two-part series, we are aiming to answer all of your toddler teeth questions, as well as to share some of our top tips and advice from our years of family dentistry experience.
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Your bite is important for both your dental health and hygiene, as well as your general health too. Upper and lower jaws that do not align correctly sometimes make it more difficult for you to access and clean all of your teeth as effectively as you otherwise could.
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Questions about a tooth extraction? Wondering how long it takes? Is it painful? Can you go back to work afterwards? Our tooth extraction FAQ has all the answers.
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