wisdom teeth extraction

Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Extracted?

Are your wisdom teeth making their presence known in a painful way? You may feel some discomfort, pressure, or even swelling and all you can think about is why exactly do these pesky third molars need to be extracted?   Well, despite the inconvenience of it all, there’s actually an important reason behind it. Keep…

wobbly tooth dental matters

Your Child Has Wobbly Tooth, What Now?

  Losing a first tooth is a rite of passage and it usually happens at around 6-years-old. The tooth comes loose then falls out leaving a gap for the adult tooth to come through. This generally continues until age 12 when all their baby teeth have fallen out.   While you (your child more likely)…

Is vaping bad for your oral health?

Mistakenly, many people believe vaping is safe because it does not contain tobacco smoke like cigarettes do.   There is not much awareness around the dangers of vaping, which contains nicotine and other potentially harmful chemicals.   Concerningly, these substances can cause irreversible damage to your lungs and heart.   Vaping is also linked to…

How To Keep Your Smile In Check

There is no better feeling than being confident in yourself, better yet being confident in your smile. A study conducted by the Australian Orthodontic Society 55% of people are self-conscious about their teeth and 46% of people said their teeth would be the first thing they would change about themselves – even before weight loss!…

How to Deal with Dental Anxiety

Are you one of the millions of people who avoid going to the dentist because of fear or anxiety? Dental fear and anxiety are extremely common, you are not alone but when you put off visiting the dentist because of it, it becomes unsustainable. The health of your teeth and gums can affect your entire…

How to Clean Your Tongue?

6 benefits of Brushing your tongue   We should all know how important it is to clean your teeth, twice daily, but many people underestimate the importance of making sure your tongue is clean. So if you are thinking, am I meant to brush my tongue? The answer is yes!   Understanding your tongue and…