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Posted on: 29 June 2015

Many people approach their routine dental visits with some degree of trepidation, but some are truly terrified of the experience no matter how gentle and pleasant their dentist is.  Really nervous patients welcome sedation for a simple check-up, and even undergo general anaesthesia for a routine filling.  Now some dentists are trying a new approach to help fearful patients: clinical hypnosis.  So, what does this entail and can it work for you? [Read More]

Posted on: 28 May 2015

Not everyone has a perfect set of teeth. It's common for people to have misaligned teeth, overcrowded teeth, or gaps in between teeth. Luckily, these conditions can be corrected through orthodontic treatment. One such orthodontic treatment is Invisalign. This treatment utilises clear braces that are different from the traditional metal braces. Read on to learn more about this teeth straightening option and whether it's right for you. How Invisalign works [Read More]

Posted on: 24 April 2015

One of the last things you ever want your dentist to tell you is that you have gum disease. This is a serious issue, and once it gets to a certain point, treatment is difficult and tooth loss may be inevitable. If caught early enough though, it can be treated. There are two types of gum disease you need to know about: gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis This is basically the first stage of gum disease. [Read More]

Posted on: 27 March 2015

Are you afraid of the dentist?  If so, you're not alone.  Some people are so anxious about a session in the dentist's chair that they won't even make an appointment and haven't paid a visit in years.  If you fall into this category, it's possible that you are experiencing toothache or that your teeth don't look nice. But what can you do? Read on to find out more. Understanding dental advances [Read More]