Everything You Need to Know about All-On-4 Dental Implants

Posted on 28 June 2019

There are a number of reasons why people would want to invest in dental implants. A person might have had an accident that has knocked some teeth out, some teeth might have deteriorated over time and need to be replaced, or perhaps a person has been wearing dentures for years and is ready to take the leap into the world of dental implants. It is much easier to decide that you want dental implants than to decide which type of implants you are going to go for, because there are just so many different options on the market. [Read More]

Should You Pop an Eruption Cyst?

Posted on 1 April 2019

When babies teethe or when older children's primary teeth are ready to erupt, they sometimes develop eruption cysts over the site where the tooth will come through. These cysts can look alarming; they often resemble a blue bruise on the gum filled with fluid. As the cyst looks large and painful, you may be tempted to try to pop it with a sharp object like a needle to get rid of it. [Read More]

Is Teeth Whitening Safe for Your Child?

Posted on 9 January 2019

The primary reason that a parent thinks of performing teeth whitening on their child is the fact that yellow teeth can bring negative attention and the child may become socially distressed to the point that he or she may avoid smiling. Remember that there are primary (temporary) and permanent teeth. The temporary teeth will eventually come out; however, if your child feels embarrassed, whitening is only safe if monitored and carried out by a qualified dentist. [Read More]

Follow These Easy Tips to Keep Your Invisalign Trays Clear

Posted on 16 December 2018

Many problems with crooked or misaligned teeth can be dealt with using Invisalign braces. Most patients prefer these over regular braces since they are completely transparent and promise relatively fast results. As such, you can wear Invisalign braces without anyone noticing – they aren't even attached like normal braces.  However, Invisalign trays aren't immune to staining. If you don't take care of them, you might notice them turning a little yellow. [Read More]

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Tooth Tips for Later Life

If you're looking for dental tips for seniors, you've come to the right place. I'm Marge, and I've started this blog to help other over-55s like myself keep their smiles looking great in their later years. The more years go by, the more I learn that taking care of your teeth gets more difficult as you age. From dry mouth to dark teeth to dentures, this blog is here to provide you with tips on how to deal with all the tooth issues seniors face. Whether you're already in your golden years or you're just looking to make sure your teeth are still healthy when you get there, I hope you'll enjoy my dental advice.

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