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What is a crown?
No we’re not talking about the one that Meghan and Harry gave up…we’re talking about dental crowns! When a tooth is damaged it can be...
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What are porcelain veneers?
Are you unhappy with the colour, shape, size, or length of your teeth? Veneers can be an option to address these issues. Porcelain...
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What are composite veneers?
Composite veneers, also known as ‘bonding’, is a cosmetic dental option to improve the shape, colour, position and size of teeth 🦷 A...
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How to clean your teeth during orthodontic treatment
Started the journey towards a perfect smile with braces but not sure how to keep your teeth healthy along the way? Read below for our...
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How do I keep my teeth straight?
Did you know that teeth have an elastic memory? This means that once teeth have been moved, they have a tendency to want to move back to...
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The dangers of mail order and direct to consumer orthodontics...
In recent years there are now many online orthodontic options available. They provide convenience and competitive prices. However these...
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What are invisible or lingual braces?
Lingual braces have the same components as conventional braces, but they’re fixed to the back of your teeth (on the tongue or lingual...
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Do I need braces?
Dental braces are a way of straightening or moving your teeth, to improve how they look and how they function. Braces can also help you...
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What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment option that uses a series of clear aligners, that are custom made for your teeth. These...
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Flossing Made Easy
Water flossers or air flossers are a more high tech version of flossing and claim to remove up to 99% of plaque from between the teeth....
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Easiest and fastest way to floss?
Now we know we shouldn’t play favourites, but... Our favourite flossing tool is the floss pick, also known as a flossette! ❤️ 🦷...
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How do I floss?
Traditional string floss is the most widely available and recognised amongst interdental cleaning products. It can be waxed, flavoured,...
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Interdental Brushes
Interdental brushes (or Piksters) are like toothpicks that have bristles on them. They are great for larger spaces between teeth and if...
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Why brushing is not enough?
Did you know that brushing alone only cleans 60% of your teeth? That’s almost half of the surfaces of your teeth being neglected. Decay...
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How to prevent dental erosion?
We all know the amazing benefits of lemon and apple cider vinegar for your gut and general health, but these amazing natural ingredients...
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When rinsing is bad...
Do you rinse your mouth out with water after brushing and flossing? This might actually be counterproductive! Toothpastes are loaded with...
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How to make flossing easier?
Do you find it difficult to get into the habit of flossing? We recommend using a flossette (looks like a mini harp), they make it easy to...
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How chewing gum can save your teeth?
Not just any gum but Sugar Free Chewing Gum! 😬 When we eat and drink our mouths become acidic, this is when our teeth become most...
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How do I brush my teeth?
How to brush your way to healthy teeth! 🦷 - Brush twice daily - Use small circular motions, and be gentle - Use a soft-bristled...
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Will a dummy damage my child’s teeth?
As most mums know dummies or pacifiers can be a lifesaver! Dummies are a great way to help soothe babies and children and can come in...