The Maryland bridge is a lesser-known type of dental bridge often overlooked by patients. Developed and popularised by the University of Maryland in the early 1980s, Maryland Bridges provide a cost-effective option, particularly for patients seeking a conservative approach. What is a Maryland Bridge? A Maryland Bridge is a prosthetic item that is used when […]
READ MOREWater Flosser – A new way to floss!
What is a Water Flosser? A water flosser is an electric oral care device that uses pressurised bursts of water to remove plaque and debris from between teeth and along the gumline. Water flossers can be highly effective, especially for people with specific dental needs. They are ideal for those with larger gaps between teeth […]
READ MOREEnamel Erosion & Acid Wear
What is Enamel Erosion? Enamel erosion, or tooth erosion, is a common problem that can occur at any age. The enamel surface of your tooth is dissolved and softened by contact with acids. These acids usually come from your stomach or from food and drinks. What Causes Acid Wear? Gastric Acid (e.g. reflux, bulimia) Diet […]
READ MOREI’m scared of the Dentist! What do I do?
Are you Scared of Dentist? “No offence, but I hate dentists.” This is something I hear very often and it breaks my dental heart slightly but then it is usually followed up by: “Don’t take it personally but I’m just so nervous”… Then my achey-breaky dental heart feels a bit better! I never take it […]
READ MOREAirway Obstruction in Children
What is Airway Obstruction (in Children)? Airway Obstruction in children is characterised by mouth breathing, snoring, tooth grinding, bedwetting, allergies or frequent ear or other ear/nose/throat infections. Breathing is primary and when obstruction is present, the body adapts muscle positions to create as much airway space as possible. If muscle positions are not normal, then […]
READ MORESnoring in Children
What’s all the fuss about snoring in Children? It’s normal for children to snore when they are tired isn’t it? The answer to that is actually – NO! Too often we assume snoring to be the social norm for tired people (big and small) however research has shown that snoring may be more detrimental to […]
READ MOREEarly Orthodontics
What is Early Orthodontics? Early orthodontics is basically doing orthodontic work while a child still has a mixture of primary (baby) and permanent teeth. This typically occurs between the ages of 7 to 12 although this can vary depending on the dental development stage of the child. The advantage of early treatment is that the […]
READ MOREOrthodontic Functional Appliance
What is a Functional Appliance? An orthodontic functional appliance is either a removable plate or a fixed appliance that aims to correct the relationship between the upper and lower jaws. Often a patient will have their lower or upper jaws set too far forward or too far back. The aim of a functional appliance is […]
READ MORETaking Kids to the Dentist -Top 5 Tips!
Top 5 Tips for Taking Kids to the Dentist! Taking your child to the dentist can be a bit stressful—for both parents and kids. However, with the right approach, you can make your child’s dental visits a positive experience and set the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health. To help you out, here […]
READ MOREBenefits of Dental Cleans
The Benefits of Dental Cleans: More Than Just a Brighter Smile While regular brushing and flossing at home are essential for maintaining good oral hygiene, they can only do so much. Even with the most diligent home care routine, plaque and tartar can still accumulate in hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. That’s where professional dental […]
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