Resources: Treatment Guides

If we lived in a fantasy world, our children would look forward to seeing their dentist just like they wait in anticipation for the tooth…
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A dental crown is an effective treatment used to restore a tooth that has been damaged. It protects the vulnerable tooth and adds structural support,…
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Did you know that baby teeth in adults, also known as retained baby teeth are actually quite common? In this article, we cover the reasons…
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Partial dentures are removable dental appliances used to restore your jaw’s function and form and aesthetics by replacing one or several missing teeth. They look…
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Enamel hypoplasia is a name used to refer to underdeveloped or incomplete tooth enamel. But before we proceed further, what is the enamel? Simply put,…
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Toothache is one of the most common oral conditions. Although relatively straightforward to diagnose, access and treat, some toothaches can be a lot more serious,…
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The topmost layer of the tooth is known as the enamel. It is the part that protects the tooth from chemical and physical damage. For…
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Did you know that the straighter your teeth, the healthier they are? Other than being easier to clean, when your teeth are straight, there are…
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Our jaws play an important role in helping us eat, speak and breathe. Hence, any form of trauma or damage to the jaw can inhibit…
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As an athlete, getting hurt is more of a rite of passage. Many athletes wear their scars proudly as reminders of the preparation and the…
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Tooth pain occurs when the nerve in the roots of your tooth is irritated (1). A throbbing toothache is one of the most excruciating pains…
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Tooth decay is a problem affecting adults and toddlers alike. According to NICDR (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research), about 42% of kids aged…
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Not everyone has the luxury of having pearly white teeth. Some have discoloured teeth despite following a strict flossing and brushing regimen. Their teeth are…
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Some people are born with a natural gap in their front teeth, also known as a diastema. In fact, a report by the American Dental…
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One of the first and best oral hygiene practice you can teach your children at a tender age is brushing their teeth before they retire…
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Regular dental visits are essential. According to a survey conducted in 1993, kids who had regular dentist visits had fewer missing teeth in comparison to…
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Losing a tooth can be emotionally challenging. Fortunately, root canal treatments provide a great way to save your tooth. With a 97% success rate being…
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Fillings can loosen and fall out. While this is not an emergency, when your dental filling falls out, it can cause pain since it exposes…
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Teeth sensitivity is a common dental problem that can make even the most basic oral activities like eating, drinking and brushing uncomfortable. According to the…
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Most people never stop to think about their jaws until something goes wrong. Living with a malformed jaw can be incredibly trying. It causes severely…
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While some dentists may recommend braces to straighten teeth, not everyone fancies traditional dental braces. Fortunately, for some, there are other ways of straightening out…
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According to statistics, there is a high probability that you will face the following dental dilemma in your adult life – Dental Bridges or Implants?…
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Trouble finding a comfortable position to sleep, morning sickness funny craving and a sore back is all part and parcel of pregnancy. But it does…
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Although the tough outer covering of the tooth, known as enamel, is the strongest mineral in your body, it is prone to damage. This is…
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Did you know that your wisdom teeth are the last teeth to appear in your mouth and are the most commonly removed teeth? Not only…
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Dental procedures are essential processes that help you achieve optimal dental health. Prevention, restoration, diagnosis, endodontic, and orthodontic procedures are all classes of dental procedures.…
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Stained teeth may be as a result of poor dental hygiene, tobacco use, ageing, specific medication and even diseases. Fortunately, your dentist can recommend the…
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How your teeth meet and align when you close your bite is known as occlusion. Ideally, your teeth should match up against each other perfectly…
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Receding gums can be scary and painful at the same time. The good news is that you do not need to panic since the procedure…
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There are times when you might need a little cosmetic touch up to maintain a healthy, attractive smile. Tooth bonding also referred to as dental…
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The sight of blood when brushing your teeth is often an indication that you have injured yourself or that something isn’t right. Although traces of…
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Introducing Eagle Grid – now dentures can really be considered a thing of the past. More and more often we see patients who have lost most of…
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For best performance and appearance, all your teeth need to develop in healthy alignment. If your tooth is impacted, this may affect its function as…
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Recurrent Oral Ulcerations are small mouth ulcers that typically last for a few days, but keep coming back every few weeks or months. These sores…
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Are you battling with bad breath? According to research, bad breath or halitosis affects approximately 25% of people. It is the 3rd most common reason…
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Gum treatment is the treatment of active gum and jaw bone disease. The treatment can slow or stop the progression of the disease. Since there…
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