When people are diagnosed with a bone condition and prescribed bone medications, their first thought isnโt generally Iโll book an appointment to visit my dentist. And we completely understand this thinking. Diagnosis of bone conditions and the prescription of bone medications usually rests with our general practitioner (GP) or bone specialist. Our dentists isnโt the […]
READ MOREDiscoloured or stained teeth: What are the causes?
My recent blog on tooth discolouration and stained teeth sparked interest among our patients. Based on the feedback, it seems stained or discoloured teeth, or teeth changing colour, is a common problem. In this blog, which is part two on tooth discolouration, we discuss some of the less common things that will stain or discolour […]
READ MOREHelp, my teeth are changing colour! What to do if certain foods stain your teeth
Help, my teeth are changing colour! Itโs a regular day and you check the mirror after your morning tooth brushing.ย Taking a second look, you think, Hmm, thatโs not what I want. If itโs the first time youโve noticed your teeth arenโt a lovely shade of bright white, you might feel disappointed. While more people […]
READ MOREShould I use a mouthwash? On the scent of fresh answers to mouthwash questions
A common question patients ask is Should I use mouthwash? My experience is they are usually on a mission. Some are searching for a way to bolster their oral hygiene habits using all the available resources. Others are looking for a solution to make oral hygiene a little easier. The big news is: mouthwashes offer […]
READ MOREWhich toothbrush is best? 4 great tips for choosing the best toothbrush for you
โWhich toothbrush is best, Dr Les?โ. Itโs a question Iโm asked regularly by patients, parents, and people at barbecues. Yes, people even ask about toothbrushes at barbecues. As a dentist, I get it. Why wouldnโt people ask which toothbrush is best? Itโs not the question Iโm asked which surprises me. Whatโs concerning is that so […]
READ MOREIs oral health the key to good general health? Part 2 (Why the mouth is the gateway to your best general health)
Iโve written previously about the connection between oral health and general health, so you might wonder why Iโm doing another blog on a similar topic. You could be forgiven for asking: Didnโt we already cover this, Les? Well, yes, we did. But thereโs more! And not only have I written about it, I spend my […]
READ MOREWhatโs the difference between a filling and tooth restoration?
When people are looking to replace amalgam fillings, or need a new filling, Iโm often asked to explain the difference between a restoration and a filling. Iโm also asked to explain the benefits of tooth coloured versus silver amalgam fillings, particularly for people who are concerned about the health risks. You know, these are good […]
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