The teeth are covered by the enamel, a material that is said to be the strongest and most mineralised substance in the human body. However, no matter how tough enamel is, its strength still has a limit and it can be broken, chipped or cracked through various means. A crack in the tooth can … [Read more...]
Oral Care – What Is A Dry Socket?
You have finally decided to get rid of that tooth that’s been causing you persistent and lingering pain for a long time - there’s just no point in keeping it. Despite your great fear of dentists, you make an appointment for tooth extraction believing that the procedure will also extract the pain … [Read more...]
Health Safety – How Often Should X-rays Be Taken?
Dental X-rays have made dental treatments more accurate to the needs of patients. They help dentists and oral surgeons better visualise mouth conditions that cannot be seen with a simple and traditional oral exam. Dental X-rays allow dentists to detect and treat dental problems early in their … [Read more...]
Mind-Numbing Pain: “How Can I Relieve A Toothache?”
Nobody really bothers to ask that question until the need truly arises. Many claim that a toothache is worse than most common pains the body experiences; it’s pain that seems to spread throughout the body and refuses to let it be productive. The pain’s often severe enough that most people resolve to … [Read more...]
What Type of Toothpaste Should I Use?
There are so many different types of toothpaste on the market that it can be difficult to choose the correct one. Common types of toothpaste include: Tartar control toothpaste. Plaque bacteria create a film over teeth during the day. Most of this film should be removed by regular brushing, … [Read more...]
