3 dental symptoms you should not ignore
Many of us have been hesitant to go to the dentist over the past couple of months due to the Circuit Breaker measures. It can sometimes be easy to ignore minor dental issues however often they can be a warning sign of further issues in the future. As restrictions reduce, it is important not to […]
Worried about ‘buck teeth’?
What is the difference between an ‘overbite’ and an ‘underbite’? Ideally when the teeth are in biting position, the upper front teeth should close over the lower teeth. This is called the ‘overbite’, which is a proper dental term. An ‘underbite’ is actually a layman’s term. It refers to the opposite of the overbite where […]
The key life stages of your teeth
What happens to your children’s growing teeth and when are the key growth stages? We asked Dr Alison Roberts to explain all: How many teeth does an adult typically have? An adult has 28 teeth and may or may not have a further 4 wisdom teeth. Some or all of the wisdom teeth may be […]
Oral Cancer – the key to early detection
During your regular professional check-up and cleaning, your dentist will also thoroughly examine your oral soft tissues. Regular oral examination of the entire mouth is essential in the early detection of cancerous and pre-cancerous oral conditions. You may have a white patch, ulcer or lump that you are unaware of that needs more thorough investigation. […]
