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Dental Work and Holidays: A Guide for Travellers

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Dental Work and Holidays: A Guide for Travellers

Just because you go on holiday, doesn't mean that the bacteria on your mouth does. Hi! My name is Mandi, and as a lover of travelling, I have taken a lot of trips. Unfortunately, I have also had the misfortune to suffer from dental issues on those trips. This blog focuses on everything related to travelling and dental work. I plan to have posts on picking the right travel insurance for your teeth, dealing with a broken tooth when abroad, dental tourism and more. I hope that you find the information that you need and that your next holiday goes well. Now, let's smile together from wherever we are in the world! Happy travels!

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Chipped A Tooth? Consider These Cosmetic Dental Treatments

18 December 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Chipped teeth are one of the more common dental imperfections that you could acquire, more so if you are engaged in activities that could expose your teeth to trauma such as physical sports. Additionally, chips can also occur when the enamel of your teeth has severely worn down, making it weak and brittle. However, since chipped teeth do not usually affect the nerve endings o the tooth, some people neglect fixing them as they assume it is merely cosmetic. Read More 

Why Are My Teeth Loose After a Dental Cleaning?

28 November 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Your teeth are like any other stationary object when it comes to the accumulation of debris and other unsavoury items. If not cleaned on a daily basis, morning and night at the very least, a layer of dirt and bacteria will form on the surfaces of teeth. Initially, this layer contains good bacteria. However, in a short time, even as little as a few hours, bad bacteria begin to take over: Read More 

Learn These Four Signs Your Dental Bridge May Be Loose

16 October 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

It can be extremely inconvenient and alarming when a dental bridge falls out, not to mention embarrassing if you happen to be with company. In most cases, permanent bridges are naturally meant to stay in place without any need for attention, and yet sometimes this doesn't happen. The teeth themselves may shift, placing pressure on the bridge, or the bonding material may fail. Of course, the reason isn't what you should worry about, at least not initially. Read More 

Perfection Obsession: How Far Is Too Far When It Comes To Your Teeth?

16 October 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

There is nothing wrong with wanting to look fantastic, and seeking cosmetic dentistry services certainly helps to present an amazing smile. But, how far is too far when it comes to making dental changes? You have a teenager who is obsessing over their looks, which is quite natural at this age. So, what should you agree or not agree with when they ask for dental changes to be made? This list will help you decide when to draw the line to cosmetic dental correction. Read More 

Why Choose Custom Braces

20 September 2017
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Dental braces are now very popular, as they serve as effective treatment for misaligned teeth and for closing gaps between teeth, among other uses. They work by gently pushing teeth into correct alignment. Correctly aligned teeth can improve your smile, make your teeth easier to clean and help alleviate headaches, jaw and facial pain. How dental braces work Dental braces work by exerting gentle pressure over time on misaligned teeth with the aim of moving them back to their correct positions. Read More