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The idea of dental tourism has a certain logic in some parts of the world. Europeans who require a potentially costly procedure such as dental implants can easily travel to another country where the cost of the treatment is significantly lower. Poland is such a country, and it only requires a short journey from many points in Europe. Indeed, Germans living in the city of Frankfurt (Oder), some 80 km from Berlin, could just take a stroll across the bridge and arrive in the Polish city of Slubice. Read More»
Dentures require repair as the material they are designed from can wear or erode. It is not unusual for dentures to fracture after being in use for some time. The good thing is it is very easy to repair broken dentures due to their material. Reasons that call for denture repair include the following.
1. Normal wear
If you have been using dentures for a long time, then it is common for fractures to happen. Read More»
Children go through a whole lot of growth between birth and adulthood. Some of this growth is obvious, such as their height, but other growth remains hidden. Annual dental care is important because changes in teeth and oral health cannot be immediately seen by the parental eye. If you have been advised by your child’s dentist that it is time to consider straightening options because of overcrowding, you might be wondering whether this is an issue which needs immediate attention. Read More»
Your teeth can discolour for a number of reasons. Perhaps you are overly fond of drinking beverages which can stain your incisors as you consume them? Glasses of red wine, mugs of coffee and even common soft drinks, such as cola, will leave their mark on your teeth over time. There again, some foods can be staining as well. You might eat lots of beetroot, red cabbage or coloured icing sugar which will leave your teeth less white. Read More»
With at-home teeth whitening trays, you can either buy them over the counter or get the trays from your dentist’s office. Over-the-counter trays are the least expensive option of the two. However, looking past this clear cost advantage, you are better off getting your teeth whitening trays from the dentist for the following, among other reasons.
1. A Comfortable Fit
Unlike the store-bought, one-size-fits-all teeth whitening trays, you will get a customised tray that is an exact fit for your mouth at the dentist’s. Read More»
Bad breath is a common complaint dealt with in general dentistry. With the right treatment, you can overcome it. The first step is understanding the underlying cause of your bad breath. Consider whether one of these four conditions could be causing your halitosis.
1. Gum Disease
Bad breath can be one of the first signs of gum disease. Every day, dental plaque builds up on your teeth. If you do not manage to remove all the plaque by brushing and flossing, it hardens into a scaly substance called tartar, which causes gum irritation and leads to bacteria infecting the gums. Read More»
Teeth whitening is a bleaching procedure that eliminates stains found on the tooth enamel. While this process is safe, it’s best handled by dental professionals. Usually, patients can go for a gradual whitening or prompt whitening, depending on their requirements. For the former, the dentist prepares a take-home whitening kit that’s customised for you while for the latter the procedure is conducted at the clinic. You may also get teeth whitening kits over the counter, but due to their low concentration, the procedure takes longer, and eventually, it will be more costly than getting services from a dentist. Read More»
Dental infections like abscesses and gum disease all have one thing in common: they all involve bacteria. And while you can take pain medication for a toothache, that won’t help in the long run. In fact, that would be merely masking the problem while the oral bacteria multiply and spread to other areas.
Surprisingly, if you leave a dental infection untreated, there is a chance that the bacteria involved might spread to your skin. Read More»
If you have a sickness bug that is making you vomit a lot, then your mouth will be exposed to acids from your stomach. These acids can wash around your teeth, so you need to take extra care of your oral hygiene while you’re sick. What should you do?
Wait to Brush
Your mouth will taste unpleasant after a bout of vomiting. Your first reaction may be to brush your teeth to get rid of the taste and clean up your mouth. Read More»
One of the most common and favourite adhesives people use to fix things is super glue. Perhaps you have used it to repair numerous broken materials around your house once or severally. With super glue, you can fix shoes, household appliances bags, toys and just about anything. Due to its wide range of uses, it’s understandable to think that broken dentures can also be included in the adhesive’s long list of fixable materials. Read More»
