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When it comes to tooth decay, plaque is always the enemy. Plaque is a bacteria-filled film the settles over teeth and greatly speeds up tooth decay, especially after meals. If plaque is left unaddressed, it can harden and turn into...
READ MOREDuring the early stages of development, children go through many natural processes which determine how well their teeth develop. A child’s teeth are more prone to fracture and tooth decay, which is why most dental experts recommend that children have...
READ MOREThumb sucking is one of the cutest things we see our children doing. This is a normal reflex in infants and toddlers and plays several important roles in early development. It is a young child’s early way of controlling emotions...
READ MOREWhen it comes to dental terminology, things can get a bit confusing. Various terms are used to categorise certain procedures and these can mean different things. Many patients make the mistake of opting for temporary dentures due to their initially...
READ MOREHaving permanent dentures put in place is always a big step. It requires dental surgery, a period of healing with temporary dentures before the shift is made to custom made permanent dentures. The biggest challenge with dentures is becoming accustomed...
READ MOREInvisalign is an innovative new way to achieve straight teeth in a quick, painless and cosmetically subtle way. Clear aligners are easy to use and remove, and are more discrete than other dental treatments. However, Invisalign can involve a significant...
READ MOREThe Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world forever. As the world learns to control and live with the implications of this novel disease, scientists are working hard to understand all the effects the disease can have on the body. Fortunately...
READ MOREThey make it sound so simple; buy the latest mouthwash, and you’ll solve all your bad breath-related problems. Each product promises to blast away all traces of bad breath instantly, for hours. But why is it that most of these...
READ MOREA permanent or ‘fixed’ retainer is a piece of metal wire attached to the inner side of your teeth, usually after braces are removed. Metal wires are glued to the teeth to hold them in place so that they cannot...
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