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Wondering what to expect from wisdom teeth removal? Wisdom teeth are the last or third molars at the back of the mouth. They get their name due to the fact that they most commonly erupt between the ages of 18 and 25, an age where adulthood (and wisdom) emerges. The removal of wisdoms is common. […]

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to appear, usually between the ages of 16 and 21. As this is typically the age that most people begin to mature and gain wisdom, these teeth are known as wisdom teeth. In reality, these teeth have nothing to do with wisdom, of course. Instead, they signify a late

Dental fear and anxiety still keeps millions of patients away from the dental office every year. If you are a patient that falls into this category, local anaesthesia is not enough to treat the psychological factors of this condition and hence a sedative is often needed to put you at ease during dental treatment. Conscious

Dental fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in many foods, as well as water and toothpaste. Diet plays an important role in fluoride consumption. It is vital for both children and adults to eat a diet rich in fibrous and wholegrain starches, fresh fruit and vegetables, nuts, dairy, meat, fish and other

Have you ever wondered why it is so important to your oral health that you brush your teeth twice a day? Every dental ad and toothpaste infomercial you have seen likely talks about the importance of twice a day brushing. Is it really so important to have a good dental routine in place? In short,

If you have been wondering when to make an emergency dentist appointment, you’re not alone. Whether you are experiencing pain, bleeding, swelling or even injury, it is not always easy to know whether it is safe to wait to make an appointment. Many patients put off going to the dentist as they feel that their

Children can have their first dentist appointment from the age of two years. But, that does not mean you should assume that babies and toddlers do not need any sort of dental care. You can start preparing your child for their first visit from a very early age, while also doing your part to keep

A veneer is a very thin, prefabricated, cosmetic restoration bonded to the tooth usually in the smile or aesthetic region at the front of your mouth.  They have a natural appearance and can help you achieve the perfect smile that you have always desired. Veneers are chemically bonded to the teeth with the acid-etch technique.

A root canal is a form of treatment that is used to preserve a tooth that has become infected due to a deep fracture within the tooth, a deep cavity, repeated dental treatment on the specific tooth or trauma. The procedure involves removing the pulp, as well as the nerve tissue within the canals of

Officially known as temporomandibular disorders, but often referred to as TMD, this condition affects the jaw, the jaw joint and the surrounding facial muscles that are responsible for chewing and movement of the jaw. This type of disorder is also sometimes known as TMJ syndrome, TMJ disorder, or TMJ dysfunction. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is