THERE are a number of reasons that teeth stain. Foods, beverages, and medications may discolour teeth. Smoking or forgetting to brush and floss on …

SOMETIMES patients only want to ask their dentist a question because of a problem they currently encounter. Logically, why should they visit the dentist, …

THE name immediate dentures sounds like something produced by a fast-food version of a dental office. However, ‘immediate’ in this context means that the …

THERE are two basic methods to control an infection: prevention and treatment. In both cases, nonpharmacologic (not using drugs) efforts are of considerable importance. …

IF YOU would like to take years off your smile – and your overall looks – ask your dentist about cosmetic procedures that can …

While many dental patients are ashamed to complain about bad breath, what are some of the conditions and circumstances which can cause or aggravate …

EXTRACTIONS are often categorised as “simple” or “complex”. Simple extractions are performed on teeth that are visible in the mouth, usually under local anaesthetic, …

THE most important service you can do for yourself as a dental patient is to be informed. Be aware of what your dentist is …

FEVER blisters are different from canker sores or cold sores. They are caused by a virus, Herpes Simplex, Type 1, and is very contagious. …

Many persons come into the dental clinic requesting or suggesting a root canal. But it seems that root canal treatment is one of the …