We were very interested to learn that tea contains fluoride. Apparently it is quite a well known fact. Like anything we indulge in, this won’t have a life threatening effect unless you were to go overboard. Tea plants readily absorb the fluoride directly from the soil and while the fluoride levels in tea are high,... Read more »
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Are you looking for the shiny smile of your dreams? If you are, then teeth straightening products are probably at the forefront of your search. But there are so many options. So how do you choose the right teeth straightening products for you? Well, there are a few different approaches that you can take. Of... Read more »
Have you been down the toothpaste aisle of your local shopping centre lately? If you have, you probably share in our astonishment at the number of oral hygiene products on offer. There are hundreds! So which ones do you choose? Well, that’s quite a big question. The oral hygiene products that are right for you... Read more »
Pollen causing allergies can cause oral discomfort. Sinus problems are often escalated with the onset of Spring and tooth pain is often the result. A few simple tests to try and determine if your pain is sinus related might be worth a try. Try a change in position, such as tipping your head back and... Read more »
Spring has Sprung!! Many of us don’t replace our toothbrush head every 3 months like our dentist recommends! It doesn’t matter how many times we see the faded worn bristles, the second we put that brush down, we often forget our intention to change it! There are several reasons on why we need to change our... Read more »
We’re all guilty of it; only going to the dentist once pain strikes. As hard as it can be to find time to book your next appointment, or to set funds aside for the bill, it’s important to remember that taking good care of your teeth is a lifelong investment. Attending regular check-ups with your... Read more »
The concept of ‘Window Shopping Phenomenon’ in the health system describes a consumer-orientated practice where the patient materialises dental services while obtaining different quotations for his/her required treatment from various facilities to compare and select from. One might think all dentists use the same materials for the same tooth and think that paying for a... Read more »
Are missing teeth getting in the way of you and a winning smile? Whether you need one or more teeth replaced, dental implants are an effective, safe and permanent solution for restoring your smile. Missing teeth can not only affect your smile and confidence, they can also affect your speech, muscle tone and face shape,... Read more »
Dry mouth syndrome affects about 10 per cent of the general population with 25 per cent of those being older people. Dry mouth syndrome is when there is not enough saliva (spit) in th e mouth. Having a dry mouth may be a symptom of an underlying problem such as certain prescription medications, symptoms may... Read more »
Toothache is one of the most common reasons for people to visit the Dentist. Even though someone may know that there is an issue, such as a cavity, they may avoid coming to the dentist because of anxiety, financial concerns, or because they do not believe there is truly a problem until pain develops. Even... Read more »
