Dental Articles, Guides & Tips
How to choose a good dentist? Cosmetic dentistry, is it for me? How early should dental care begin for my baby? Read our selection of dentistry related articles, guides and tips, written by various professionals in this field. Note: always consult with an expert before following any advices on information you found in the articles provided here. Do you have some useful dental related articles? Please, submit them - it is free.
| How to Choose a Dentist Narrowing the choice for dentist depends on various criteria such as your location, the type of medical procedures you need, whether you look for a specialist for yourself or for the entire family and so on. Also if you have better knowledge about the different dental fields you will be able to navigate easier in this selection. The first thing you should search for is a general dentist. He is licensed to diagnose dental problems, to treat them and to send to another specialist, practicing in narrower...Covering: United Kingdom Author: Dental Dentist |  |
| Eat, Talk, Smile and Laugh with ConfidenceFor anyone with missing or failing teeth, dental implants can totally restore natural oral function, appearance and confidence. Implant supported dental crowns, bridges and dentures look, feel and function just like real teeth.Covering: United Kingdom Author: Brian Niblett |  |
| What Is Orthodontics?Orthodontics is the dental discipline that studies and treats dental malocclusions (crooked teeth or incorrect bites). This problem is due to numerous causes and can be either aesthetic of functional in nature or even both.Covering: Hyde Park, Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| What Is Endodontics Care in Singapore?Endodontics, or root canal treatment (therapy) is a specialized discipline concerned with saving teeth severely effected by pulp pathology that used to be lost because of being extracted. Without Endodontic treatment the infection of the tooth and its surrounding area of support will most certainly result in the tooth being extracted. If you do not want your teeth to go into this stage, please take care of your teeth properly.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| What Is Dental Implants Treatment in Singapore?A relatively new field in Dentistry but one that has reopened a new vista for those who had lost all or some of their teeth when they were younger. Today with implants we have the ability to return lost function and aesthetics because of tooth loss. We can even replace teeth immediately should the situation arise.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| What Is Crowns and BridgeWorks Treatment in Singapore?Before the era of implants, crown and bridgework was the best way to replace missing or partially missing teeth. It is still an excellent way to replace missing teeth for whatever reason implants cannot be used. By using the existing teeth as a base for the reconstruction with the bridgework or crowns we have been able to return the dentition to normal function and indeed normal appearance as well.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| Tooth Whitening Treatment in SingaporeTooth Whitening treatment has been around for a while but most publicised by the recent reality series Extreme Makeover. Natural teeth age and this not just means wear and tear, it also includes yellowing or darkening of the enamel and dentine, the main components of the tooth. The likely causes are the absorbtion of various stains we introduce to our mouth in the food, drinks and of course smoking.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| Wisdom Teeth Surgery in SingaporeWisdom teeth are the third molars. Generally all of us will have four of them. They appear around 18 to 21-years of age but quite often they appear later because they are delayed somehow, usually by impaction.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| What Is Dental Scaling and Polishing?By itself calcium is not dangerous but as tartar it is teeming with bacteria and that is dangerous. Given time these bacteria filled deposits damage the gums and in severe cases destroy the supporting bone as well. In fact in as little as 48 hours the bacteria flora in accumulated plaque turns toxic and dangerous which is why one needs to brush at least twice a day. The early signs of gum disease are bleeding gums and is called Gingivitis. The bacteria in the mouth thrives on food left behind in the mouth can destroy the gums.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| What Is Orthodontics?Orthodontics is the dental discipline that studies and treats dental malocclusions (crooked teeth or incorrect bites). This problem is due to numerous causes and can be either aesthetic of functional in nature or even both.Covering: Central London Author: Terence Sim |
| Information about Dental BondingThe popularity of bonding is soaring, but some people are unfamiliar with how it can be used to restore damaged teeth or make the appearance of teeth more appealing. Bonding is now being used as a relatively affordable technique to repair tooth damage and correct cosmetic flaws. The procedure only takes 30 to 60 minutes per tooth, although you might need more than one session if you're having it done on more than one tooth. And best of all, dental bonding is usually painless. Unless...Covering: United Kingdom Author: Virginia Jacobs |
| Financial fear of the dentist worse than the drillIt used to be a fear of the dentist that kept us away from the dental chair but today it is more than twice as likely to be the cost of dental care that’s holding us back, according to research from Tesco Bank.Covering: United Kingdom Author: Tesco Bank |  |
| Don’t blame the DentistYour teeth are your own responsibility, but if you want to keep them healthy, the best thing you can do is visit your dentist regularly and listen to his advice. The crisis in NHS dentistry was a hot topic during the final days of the general election campaign. While Labour claimed to have renewed the fabric of the NHS and said the job is nearly done, Tories promised to introduce a new dentistry contract that will focus on good dental health rather than the number of treatments achieved. But none...Covering: United Kingdom Author: Deborah Klaassen |  |
| Basics Of Tooth Whitening For people who want a smile that is brighter, the process of tooth whitening can be easily administered. Tooth whitening can reduce staining and discoloration and ultimately grant a patient a whiter and brighter set of teeth. But how much really can your teeth become whiter? Some tooth whitening products claim that your teeth can become nine shades whiter. This is exaggerating. A whitening of two or three shades is more possible and can already provide a significant change in a person?’s smile....Covering: United Kingdom Author: Michael Colucci |  |
| Cosmetic Dentistry, Is It For You? A smile is something that makes a person. One of the first things that is noticed about a person is their smile. Their smile is their trademark in a way. Of all the features in your face, besides your eyes, your smile is the next most telling things. You cannot say a lot with your nose or ears, but you can definitely say a lot with your smile. Having a beautiful smile is something that is important to a lot of people. Getting the smile you want can be achieved through cosmetic dentistry. Cosmetic...Covering: United Kingdom Author: Dr. Ralph Reilly |  |
| Getting Over Your Fear Of The Dentist Dental anxiety or fearing the dentist is a problem that many people have, and something that is somewhat difficult to overcome. This fear normally prevents rational people from visiting the dentist and maintaining the health of their teeth. The key to keeping your teeth healthy is to prevent problems before they start. Those who suffer from dental anxiety will try to avoid going to the dentist, which results in problems. When someone who suffers from dental anxiety finally goes to the dentist, they...Covering: United Kingdom Author: DentoCafe |  |
| How Early Should Dental Care Begin For Your Baby? The majority of people take a long time before they embark on taking dental care for their kids. Before reaching age five, twenty five percent of children have their first cavity, and a lot more cross that number also ?– 50 to 70 percent of children will have at least one cavity when they are in the grade schools. Because we are grown ups, we can value the need of the right care of our teeth. But our children should also be made abreast of the importance. You should begin dental care before a baby...Covering: United Kingdom Author: Chris Hinde |  |
| Gum Disease And Dental Checkups About a year ago, my dentist and hygienist said that I had gingivitis. Actually, I suspect that I've had it for over a decade. The interesting thing about gingivitis is that it doesn't make much noise as it slowly erodes your gum tissue. Sometimes, a lot of bone loss can occur before you become aware of it. What made me pay attention was when the hygienist wanted me to sign a paper that the office would not be responsible if I lost my teeth. At first I saw this as a possible marketing ploy, since...Covering: United Kingdom Author: David Snape |  |
| 101 Reasons to Become a DentistIf you are looking for reasons to become a dentist other than the love of teeth, here 101 of them. The field of dentistry offers a wide variety of rewards and challenges to those looking for a well-paying rewarding career. The job is moire than just helping patients enhance and maintain the health of their teeth and gums ?– it also involves staying on top of cutting-edge technology and interacting with patients.Covering: United Kingdom |  |
