As we get older suddenly we realised many things we didn't appreciate about being young - being fit, having smooth skin and having all your own teeth. As our loose teeth (and bridges) struggle to deal with chewier food we start eating bland mush and, there is no easy way to say this, OLD PEOPLE FOOD. I'm determined not to let that happen to me and I'm doing everything I can to keep my own teeth as long as possible, and when that's not possible to get the best possible teeth replacement. If you are like me and want to keep on eating whatever you want, I think you'll like my site. It's all about dental health and teeth replacement & maintenance.
29 November 2018
When it comes to having braces fitted, 62% of adults in Australia are considering it. Whether to fix a crooked smile or to correct a troublesome overbite, braces can change a multitude of dental sins. However, if you are someone who has not previously considered braces but who has received a recommendation for them by their dentist, you are probably pondering the benefit versus the cost. Here are four good reasons why you should seriously consider your dentist's recommendation.
26 September 2018
The health of your mouth is extremely important; otherwise, your whole body may become affected. Without your teeth, you cannot talk well, bite or choose the food you desire to eat. Consequently, you may develop psychological, social and nutritional complications. Furthermore, when you lose your tooth, you strain the remaining teeth, which can result in tooth damage due to premature wear and tear. In addition, it can cause changes in your bite, which in turn, causes jaw pain and headaches.
24 August 2018
If your child's dental checkups haven't thrown up any problems in the past, then you may be surprised when your dentist recommends crowning one of their baby teeth. While you may think that only adults have crowns, this isn't the case. Some baby teeth problems are best fixed by a crown. Why does your dentist want to do this on your child's tooth? Extensive Decay Minor decay on baby teeth is often managed with a filling.
27 July 2018
If you need to have dental crowns fitted, you may be given the option to choose between all-ceramic or porcelain fused metal (PFM) crown. As the name suggests, an all-ceramic crown is made from several types of ceramic. A PFM crown consists of a metal tooth crown that is covered with a thin layer of porcelain. While both have their benefits and drawbacks, you're probably better off choosing an all-ceramic crown, and here are just four reasons why.
6 July 2018
While it's becoming a lot more common for adults to wear braces to straighten out their teeth, you may be worried that wearing braces at work may make you stand out in the wrong way. For example, metal braces are noticeable and hard to hide. So, if you need cosmetic bracing work as an adult and are worried that metal braces may not make the right professional impression, then Invisalign aligners may give you a way of fixing your teeth more subtly.