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Dental Hygienists: Expert Tips for Homecare

In between regular cleanings with a dental hygienist, many people wonder what they can do to clean, protect and strengthen their teeth. If you are one of the many people with questions, this blog is designed to help you keep your teeth sparkling in between professional cleanings. It shows you how to adapt professional dental hygiene methods for your home, it explores home whitening techniques, it discuses the best flossing strategies and more. If you want to protect your smile, stick around. You will love the tips, tricks and ideas about dental hygiene that you learn from this blog. Although professional cleanings are necessary, these is a lot you can do in between your appointments, and you can learn about that here. Thanks!

Composite Veneers: A Cost-Effective Solution For Small Teeth

Everybody wants a white, even smile, but if one or more of your front teeth are noticeably smaller than the others, practising good dental hygiene will only take you so far. Teeth that are smaller than their surrounding teeth, a condition known by dentists as localised or focal microdontia, may have a serious effect on your confidence. If you have an uneven smile because of unevenly sized teeth, composite veneers applied by a cosmetic dentist can be a cost-effective solution. Read More 

Deceptive Dental Problems: Are You Experiencing Cracked Tooth Syndrome?

People tend to judge a dental emergency by its obviousness (often a damaged tooth is clear as day), or by their discomfort. A toothache is sometimes an erratic form of pain since the pain might come and go, triggered by bite pressure or even seemingly without cause. The cause of your pain might seem unclear, as the suspected troublemaker tooth might appear to be perfectly healthy. However, a tooth can be remarkably deceptive when it comes to identifying the cause of your symptoms. Read More 

Crown Crisis: Does a Lost Dental Crown Need Emergency Treatment?

A dental crown is attached to a tooth, restoring its outer surface while leaving the underlying tooth intact. The crown and the tooth are separate units, and while the dental cement that holds the crown in place is intended to last for the long haul, it's possible for a crown to be lost well before its time. Does this scenario in fact require emergency dental care? Immediate Sensitivity  No two patients are exactly alike. Read More 

Key Benefits of a Choosing an Emergency Dentist Close to Your Home or Workplace

When choosing an emergency dentist, most people do not think about proximity. However, just because a dentist offers emergency dental care does not mean you should drive an hour to their clinic. On the contrary, dental emergencies are considered urgent; hence, an emergency dentist should be within a reasonable distance. Why is it the case? This article highlights the benefits of choosing an emergency dentist close to your home or workplace. Read More 

Dry Socket After Tooth Extraction: What Is It, and Why Should It Be Avoided?

If you injure yourself and are bleeding, you would expect the blood to quickly clot. A small laceration quickly dries, and drying is part of the clotting process. However, there are times when bleeding shouldn't dry too rapidly, and this is the case when you have a tooth extracted. The dental socket that once hosted the tooth is now empty, and it's important that you don't develop a dry socket. Read More