Blog - General Dentistry

A bright smile is always refreshing since it exudes self-confidence and happiness. However, there are some who, even though they have healthy teeth and gums, find it hard to smile. There’s just something that prevents them from fully expressing their ...

A trip to the dentist can be a stressful, or even frightening, experience for some people. Dental anxiety can stem from various reasons; a traumatic experience to the dentist in the past or a psychological condition that triggers a fear ...

Replacing a lost tooth isn’t as difficult to manage as it was in the past. Today, there are various options that a person can choose if they happen to lose a tooth due to an accident, dental fractures or tooth ...

Sometimes, you can’t help but lose a tooth by accident, no matter how careful you try to be. It could happen on a completely average day, such as by eating hard food or getting hit in the mouth while playing ...

In today’s society, many people consider straight teeth to be essential for a beautiful and confident smile. But if you have a misaligned bite or a crooked tooth, it can be hard not to feel self-conscious about how you look. ...

Even the most diligent of people forget to brush or floss their teeth from time to time. But if you haven’t been getting regular check-ups with your dentist, you’re at risk for some serious dental health issues. You may end ...

They say you are what you eat. Are you too sweet?

We are told to eat well but how exactly do we do that? Bombarded with so many different messages, trying to find answers can be simply exhausting.

Fats and calories have ...

In adults, approximately 20% of people will snore at some stage in their lifetime. Snoring itself, apart from the social problems is not a cause for medical concern. However, snoring can be an indicator of a serious underlying condition also ...

• Brush your teeth twice a day to remove dental plaque. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head, and fluoride toothpaste. Brush gently, placing the bristle at the gum line at 45 degrees angle.
• Floss your teeth once a day. If ...

Dental x-rays help dentists diagnose common problems such as cavities, gum disease and infections. X-rays can allow dentists to see inside teeth and also the supporting structures that surround them. Without them, diseases could go unchecked and treatment would begin ...

Both parents and dentists play important roles in making a child’s dental appointment a positive experience.

Keep in mind that it may be perfectly normal for children to be a little anxious or fearful. Some may be afraid of strangers or ...

Christmas is just around the corner and most of us have already begun celebrating the festive season with work functions, family gatherings and various social events. It is not hard during this time of the year to overindulge in cake, ...