An orthodontist is a specialist type of dental professional, working on the alignment and positioning of teeth. They will be able to offer treatments like braces to help with the alignment of teeth, helping to improve the cosmetic appearance and also helping rectify issues such as an overbite. Becoming an orthodontist takes many years of …
Is Dentistry a Good Career Choice for you?
Dentistry is a very profitable, very rewarding career choice for many people. It needs to be right for you though, and you need to know if it will be a good personality match for you, and if it will deliver on your career aspirations. So how do you know if you want to become a …
Digital X-Rays – What are they?
Digital x-rays are often used in dentistry, allowing the dentist to find out all the information they need about a patient’s teeth and general oral health. They will show everything from nerves to inner tooth construction, which means treatments can be tailored and better planned to achieve better results. Digital x-rays are in many ways …
Financing your new Invisalign Treatment
Invisalign is a revolutionary treatment for correcting crooked or overcrowded teeth in a subtle and non-invasive way. Like with any revolutionary kind of treatment, you can expect to pay more for it because of the amount of work that will be required and the premium products that will be used on your teeth. All in …
What are Some Key Indicators of Good Health?
Good health is something that you can often feel rather than see. You will have a sense of wellbeing and enjoy a feeling of being healthy and happy in your own body. These are some of the things that can indicate good overall health: Healthy teeth. Good oral health is a good indicator of general …
Finding the Courage to Visit the Dentist as a Nervous Patient
Being a little bit nervous about going to the dentist is a familiar feeling for many of us. For some, it is worse than others, and going to the dentist can become something of an ordeal. This could happen if you have had a bad or painful experience, or it can simply happen as you …
Should you Floss Every Day?
Flossing is an important part of your daily routine and if you don’t do it every day, you really should. It’s good for your general oral hygiene and will keep your gums healthy, meaning you are less likely to have problems with plaque and decay. It cleans up into the gaps between your teeth, right …
Ensuring your Dentist is the Right One for you
Finding a good dentist isn’t just about finding someone who is competent at what they do. It is also about finding someone who understands you, your needs and your health. Looking for a new dentist can be a little bit frightening, but don’t put it off whatever you do. Your oral health is too important. …
Is a Teeth Whitening Treatment the Right Option?
Teeth whitening is not something that you should ever attempt yourself without the help and advice of a professional dentist. It is quite an extreme treatment that, when applied incorrectly, can cause corrosion and damage to the teeth. If you would like to know more about tooth whitening, the best person to speak to directly …
How to Rectify Problems with your Teeth
Bad teeth can have a serious impact on your general health and can really affect your self-esteem. If you are suffering from problems with your teeth, you should take steps to ensure better overall oral health. Here are some of the things you should do: Brush your teeth at least twice a day, for two …