7 Tools All Dentists Use & How They are Cleaned
Have you ever wondered – how many tools do dentists have? The exact number is hard to come by, but there are many different tools available for dentists, each with a use of their own. These tools are mainly categorised by their function, such as if they examine, manipulate, treat, restore, or remove teeth and their surrounding oral structures....
Mouth Tape – The Ultimate Review!
Mouth tape is essentially exactly what it sounds like. You simply use dental-grade tape to tape your mouth shut, before you go to bed. This home remedy forces you to breathe through your nose, instead of your mouth, even while you’re sleeping. While many swear that mouth taping is the ultimate solution to mouth breathing, the research behind this technique...
Dentistry and the Dental Dam – Is it Beneficial?
A dental dam, also called a rubber dam, is a thin square sheet of plastic that is used to isolate the tooth that is being operated on from the rest of your mouth and lips. Its main purpose is to keep the tooth dry whilst being treated, by preventing saliva or blood from interfering with the dental work, which reduces...
Periodontist Dental Costs – Are you Going to Pay More?
A Periodontist can cost, on average, 20 – 30% more than your regular Dentist. They are a specialist in diagnosing, treating, and preventing gum diseases and associated treatments....
Braces Elastics – Must Read Guide!!
Braces elastics are used for jaw alignments or teeth alignment within your jaw. If you have or need braces, you may have heard of braces elastics. So, what makes braces elastics different to normal elastics?...
Braces Wax – Options, Tips and Natural Alternatives!
It can take time to get used to wearing braces. Braces wax, also called dental wax or orthodontic wax helps with this. Designed to ease any discomfort you are feeling from where the braces appliances may have been rubbing...
Denture Stomatitis – Treatment Tips and More!
There is a condition know as Denture stomatitis which is when the soft tissues of the mouth are covered for a prolonged period, causing areas of your gums to become inflamed. It is caused by Candida...
Teething Remedies – Insights and Tips!
Teething can be a very difficult time for both parents and babies to undergo, but it can usually be taken care of with just a few home remedies and an added dash of patience....
Wearing Retainers – The Definitive Guide
A question that a Dentist commonly gets asked is – how long do you need to wear a retainer for? If you remove a retainer, your teeth may want to move back to their natural position. So, to keep a straight smile, I suggest that you wear...
Healing Dry Socket – Your Guide
A dry socket, also known as alveolar osteitis, is a relatively uncommon complication of some dental procedures, but in some cases, it may be an extremely painful outcome. So, if it does occur, how to best heal a dry socket?...