Smiles of Plenty1 minWhat 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhat 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhat 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...
Smiles of Plenty2 minHow to clean your teeth during orthodontic treatmentStarted the journey towards a perfect smile with braces but not sure how to keep your teeth healthy along the way? Read below for our...
Smiles of Plenty2 minHow 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minThe 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhat 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minDo 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhat is Invisalign?Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment option that uses a series of clear aligners, that are custom made for your teeth. These...
Smiles of Plenty1 minFlossing Made EasyWater 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....
Smiles of Plenty1 minEasiest 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! ❤️ 🦷...
Smiles of Plenty1 minHow do I floss?Traditional string floss is the most widely available and recognised amongst interdental cleaning products. It can be waxed, flavoured,...
Smiles of Plenty1 minInterdental BrushesInterdental brushes (or Piksters) are like toothpicks that have bristles on them. They are great for larger spaces between teeth and if...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhy 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minHow 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWhen rinsing is bad...Do you rinse your mouth out with water after brushing and flossing? This might actually be counterproductive! Toothpastes are loaded with...
Smiles of Plenty1 minHow 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minHow 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minHow 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...
Smiles of Plenty1 minWill 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...