If your teeth have lost their natural lustre and appear discoloured, stained or yellowed, then whitening should be an avenue to consider. There are various options that promise to enhance your pearly whites, yet differ in price and method. Some rely on us professionally performing the procedure, whilst others are sold Do-it-yourself (DIY) using custom
The pulp of a tooth is the inside soft tissue or “nerve” of the tooth. The pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, connective tissue and reparative cells. The purpose of pulp therapy in pediatric dentistry is to maintain the vitality of the affected tooth so the tooth can be maintained until the correct time for normal
Aligners involves the use of a clear set of removable trays that are custom fitted to your teeth. Each new set of aligners applies a slight adjustment to your teeth. Aligners are very comfortable, because they’re made with a pliable material and fit snuggly to your teeth. And because they’re removable, you can take them
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants may be an option for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason. The ideal candidate for a dental implant is in
Tooth reshaping, also called dental contouring, is a cosmetic dentistry technique that removes small amounts of tooth enamel (the outer covering of the tooth) in order to change the shape, length, or surface of one or more teeth. The process is often combined with bonding, a cosmetic dentistry treatment that uses tooth-colored composite material to
Ever heard of the saying "prevention is better than cure" A regular dental check-up is an important preventative measure as it keeps your teeth and gums healthy. It is also one of the most cost-effective and pain-free dental procedures. A check-up every 6 months or as recommended as one can pick up potential dental issues
If a tooth is too damaged to support a filling but not damaged enough for a crown, capping unnecessarily removes more tooth structure than needed. But a large dental filling can weaken the remaining structure of the tooth, causing the tooth to break, crack or eventually need a root canal treatment. Inlays & Onlays can
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed with a special gutta percha material. This material hardens, is trimmed and the tooth
Aligners involves the use of a clear set of removable trays that are custom fitted to your teeth. Each new set of aligners applies a slight adjustment to your teeth. Aligners are very comfortable, because they’re made with a pliable material and fit snuggly to your teeth. And because they’re removable, you can take them
