There are many reasons why a person may want to improve the appearance of their smile, such as having missing, stained or damaged teeth. Cosmetic dentistry encompasses a range of options to make teeth look more attractive, including whitening, repair and replacement.

It is recommended that you clean your baby’s teeth daily, as soon as the first teeth appear in their mouth. From an early age, it is important to help children develop good oral hygiene habits.

Dental implants are commonly used by dentists to treat missing teeth. They are a more permanent solution than dentures. Follow how dental implants are inserted and listen about how to maintain them.

Missing teeth often cause difficulties with chewing and speaking and can affect the appearance of your smile. For this reason, many people choose to replace their missing teeth with dentures, or ‘false teeth’, which are custom-made to fit your mouth.

Clean and healthy teeth and gums are essential for good oral health. Regular brushing and flossing can help prevent tooth decay, gum disease and tooth loss. Together with regular dental check-ups and a healthy, balanced diet, your teeth can and should last a lifetime.

Orthodontic treatment is a branch of dentistry that deals with the alignment of the teeth and jaws. Common reasons for orthodontic treatment include poor appearance, incorrect bite and difficulty eating or speaking. Braces are a common example of orthodontic treatment.

Root canal treatment is a dental procedure used to save an infected or badly decayed tooth. It involves removal of infected or damaged pulp from within the tooth. This tooth will no longer feel hot or cold, but will still feel biting pressure and function normally.

Bruxism is the unintentional clenching or grinding of the teeth. While it mostly occurs during sleep, it can affect some people while they are awake.

Teething is the eruption of teeth through a baby’s gums. These teeth are commonly called baby teeth, or milk teeth and usually appear gradually from the age of six months up to three years. They begin to fall out from around six years of age, to be replaced by permanent teeth.

Teeth whitening, or bleaching, is a common procedure in dentistry that has been practised for many years. While there is a wide range of whitening methods available, such as home whitening, laser whitening and an even wider range of whitening products, not every method is suitable, or effective, ...

Wisdom teeth usually appear during the late teens or early twenties and are found at the very back of the mouth. Wisdom teeth do not usually require any treatment. However, if they do become impacted then they may need to be removed. This is usually a straight forward procedure.