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Modern Dentures: Surprising Information for People with Missing Teeth

Dentures have come a long way over the years. While they used to be wooden, they now are made of materials that blend seamlessly with your teeth. In this blog, I am going to dispel old myths about dentures, and I'm going to share information about modern dentures. My posts are going to look at different materials for dentures, alternatives (such as bridges or implants) to dentures and more. You'll quickly learn that modern dentures aren't the same as the ones you may remember your grandparents wearing. I hope that you find the answers that you need and that you have a little fun on the way. Welcome to my blog, grab a cup of tea, settle in and enjoy reading!

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3 Reasons to Bring Forward Your Next Dental Checkup

Posted on 29 June 2021

Regular dental appointments can help to ensure that your gums and teeth stay healthy. If you develop a minor but ongoing issue when your next scheduled checkup is still several months away, what should you do? The following symptoms are not necessarily dental emergencies but are good reasons to move your next dental checkup forward if possible. 1. Bleeding Gums Gums that bleed easily are often one of the first symptoms of gum disease or gum inflammation (gingivitis). [Read More]

5 Ways to Prevent Getting Dry Socket After Your Wisdom Tooth Removal

Posted on 20 May 2021

For most dental patients, wisdom tooth removal is not a particularly complex or risky procedure. However, there is one complication you need to look out for after wisdom tooth removal surgery: dry socket. Dry socket occurs when there is an interruption in the blood clot that seals off the surgical site. If the blood clot becomes partially or fully dislodged, it will expose the nerves in your tooth, causing severe pain. [Read More]

4 Myths About Teeth Whitening

Posted on 26 March 2021

Teeth whitening is more popular than ever, but many people still shy away from the procedure because they believe one or more myths that surround it. Let's take a look at these myths to separate the facts from the fiction. 1. Myth: Teeth Whitening Damages Enamel Professional teeth whitening is safe. The procedure works by using bleaching agents to lift and remove stains from the dental enamel. Whitening does not strip away the enamel or weaken it. [Read More]

How Do You Choose a Dental Clinic?

Posted on 17 February 2021

It is not uncommon for your friends and relatives to recommend different dental clinics, leaving you overwhelmed from not knowing what factors to consider when choosing a dental clinic. Here are the things you need to consider. Proximity Choose the dental clinic nearest to your home or the places you frequently visit. This helps you access the dental clinic fast, especially when you need immediate dental care. You also want to save on transport costs and time. [Read More]