Orthodontics: It’s never too late
Orthodontists are dental specialists, the experts when it comes to moving teeth, and are trained to see patients of all ages – children and adults. While it is recommended that a child’s first orthodontist check-up occur no later than age 7, there is no age limit for when adults can seek treatment. So, it’s never […]
Pregnancy and dental health – the facts
Pregnant? What an exciting time … it’s beautiful, amazing and yet also scary and overwhelming. As you embark on your pregnancy journey, it’s important to remember that your body is a cohesive and interconnected unit not a series of independent parts stuck together. For example, oral hygiene is important not only for your dental health, […]
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 […]
Teeth Whitening – what you need to know
Everyone would love to have a white and natural looking smile but we all live in a world filled with teeth staining factors such as coffee, soda, tea and that occasional glass of red wine. So how do we get that perfect selfie-worthy beautiful smile? Well, achieving those pearlie white smiles are easier than most […]
6 Simple ways to protect your teeth
1. Brush and floss. Brush at least twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste for two minutes; this cleans 60% of the tooth surfaces and fluoride is proven to reduce tooth decay by 50%. Floss once per day; this is important for children and adults. A significant portion of dental decay occurs in between teeth where […]