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 »
Posts Categorised: General Dental Advice
Spring Has Sprung, How Old is Your Toothbrush?
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 »
What Health Problems Can Tooth Decay Cause?
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 »
Choices in Dentistry!
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 »
Different Types of Dental Implants
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 »
Do you suffer from a dry mouth?
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 »
Suffering from a Toothache?
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 »
Winter tips for a healthy mouth
Have you noticed that cooler temperatures during Winter cause sensitivity and even soreness? We aren’t always able to avoid the cold weather, however brushing with a sensitive tooth paste may provide the relief you need. Should you be experiencing pain that prevents you from attending to your day to day life, it is always a… Read more »
Brushing, Flossing and Mouthwash: When and Why!
As I walked through Health section at Woolies, I saw a man gazed blankly in front of the dental products. Standing in front of him was a giant wall of toothpastes, tooth brushes, flosses, mouthwashes, denture products and whitening products. As he picked up a toothpaste, he turned to look at the labels, made a… Read more »
Dental Care For Children
Dental care is important regardless of your age. In a perfect world dental professionals would see dental care start from a young age and continue until well after a person turns 100. Seeing a Dentist for regular check-ups and treatment from an early age is an essential part of maintaining a healthy mouth for life…. Read more »
