7 Signs You Should Talk With Your Dentist About Implants

Posted on 18 September 2017

A generation ago, no one was talking about implants, but now, they've become increasingly popular. To put it in simple terms, a dental implant is a crown that is placed on a small metal post. The post is actually implanted directly into your jaw bone, and your bone grows around it. Here are seven signs you may want to consider implants. 1. You Want a Permanent Replacement for a Missing Tooth [Read More]

How Composite Bonding Can Be Used to Protect Teeth After Gum Recession

Posted on 31 July 2017

Gums recede for many reasons. Trauma caused by over-brushing, bruxism, and gum picking all lead to gum recession. Age too has also been linked to receding gums, for instance, a study in the US found that 71% of people from age 50 to 59 displayed some gum recession. In contrast, just 38% of people aged 30-39 showed some degree of gum recession. When gums pull away from teeth not only does this result in the teeth appearing longer than normal, but it also deprives the teeth roots of the protective layer of gingival tissue. [Read More]

How to Stop a Broken Tooth from Cutting Your Mouth

Posted on 31 July 2017

A broken tooth can very quickly become an unintentional instrument of torture for your tongue if not dealt with post-haste. When teeth are intact, you may not realise it, but your tongue is forever in contact with them, especially when you speak. Unfortunately, this means that any sharp edges created when a tooth was broken will cut your tongue whenever you eat, swallow or speak. This makes for a very painful situation. [Read More]

Teaching With Braces: 5 Reasons You Won't Regret Getting Braces as a Teacher

Posted on 14 March 2017

Are you considering getting braces as a teacher? You'll likely be wondering just how much braces might impact your ability to teach your students, and that's understandable. After all, your ability to speak clearly, while looking the part of a professional, is an important aspect of the job. However, have you considered the possible benefits? Despite the obvious affect on your appearance, there are several benefits that could actually make your teaching experience more enjoyable as well as more beneficial to your students. [Read More]

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Oral Health and Genetic Risk Factors

Hi! My name is Molly, and in spite of being diligent about brushing and flossing, I suffer from a lot of oral health issues including cavities and gum disease. I have realized over the years how big of a role genetics plays in oral health, and I find it to be such an exciting topic that I have created a blog about it. In this blog, I am going to include info about genetics and dentistry, but I am also going to include posts about what to do if you "inherited" challenging teeth from your family. For example, sealants have helped me to avoid cavities. I hope you find this blog useful, and that you keep returning to read its posts! --Molly

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