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If you’ve ever wondered which food is best for healthy teeth, there’s never been more information available to answer that question. The problem is much of the information about which food is best for healthy teeth is conflicting. Wherever you look – especially if Google is your main source – it seems there are differing […]
READ MORETips for a healthy mouth: What you need to know
As dentists, we share our tips for a healthy mouth with every patient who visits us at Define Dental. Particularly when it comes to regular hygiene cleans, we take the time to educate and raise awareness with patients by sharing tips for a healthy mouth that are specific to them. Like many things in the […]
READ MORESugary drinks: Could the fizz permanently damage your teeth?
The rise of sugary drinks like soft drinks, energy drinks, sports drinks and even fruit juices has led to a host of corresponding health issues. Among these health challenges is the damage caused to teeth by sugary drinks. In my world, sugary drinks is a catch-all term for fizzy soft drinks, energy drinks, sports drinks […]
READ MORECan bone medications affect my oral health? 3 important things you should know about bone conditions and oral health
When people are diagnosed with a bone condition and prescribed bone medications, their first thought isn’t generally I’ll 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 isn’t 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! It’s a regular day and you check the mirror after your morning tooth brushing. Taking a second look, you think, Hmm, that’s not what I want. If it’s the first time you’ve noticed your teeth aren’t 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 […]
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