Teeth Grinding and Veneer Damage: Will a Mouthguard Help?

Posted on 9 December 2016

While dental veneers can improve the way your teeth look, they do come with some downsides that you need to think about before you opt for this kind of cosmetic treatment. While you may be aware that you may lose some tooth enamel so that the veneer shells can sit more naturally on your teeth, you may also need to think about other issues, especially if you suffer from bruxism or teeth grinding. [Read More]

What You Should - And Should Not - Do If You've Broken Your Dentures

Posted on 16 November 2016

Nothing lasts forever and this applies to your dentures, just like everything else. Over time they will become more susceptible to damage or breakage, no matter how careful you are when it comes to looking after them. If you're unfortunate enough to sustain some damage to your dentures, what should you do and what should you avoid, even though you may be tempted? What Goes Wrong? As you get older the shape of your mouth will change ever so slightly. [Read More]

4 Ways to Reduce the Staining That Occurs as a Result of Smoking

Posted on 16 November 2016

Smoking is one of the worst things you can do if you want to maintain a healthy smile. This is because tobacco smoke contains high levels of tar and nicotine, which can both bond with the porous surface of your teeth to create yellow or brown stains. This means that many smokers will frequently have their teeth whitened, but, unless the habit is kicked altogether, another whitening treatment will be needed in the future. [Read More]

3 Warnings Signs of a Cracked Tooth That You Shouldn't Ignore

Posted on 20 October 2016

It's sometimes obvious that a tooth has been cracked. You might feel it happen after experiencing a knock or while chewing something hard, and you may be able to see the crack by looking in the mirror. However, not all cracks are felt when they are made, and they might be either too small or too close to the back of the mouth to spot in a mirror. Cracked teeth can often be lived with quite easily, at least for a little while, but they are associated with a number of more serious issues. [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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