TO FLOSS OR NOT TO FLOSS – THAT IS THE QUESTION

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The dreaded question every dentist asks: “Do you floss and how often if you do?”. There is the casual squirming response in the chair and then (most of the time an honest answer) of: “not as often as I should” or “if there’s something stuck”…

WHITENING TOOTHPASTES

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These days everyone wants whiter looking teeth. The best and most effective tooth whitening is achieved with professional bleaching products such as OPALESCENCE, FLASH or ZOOM products. Any professional whitening needs to be maintained…

DENTAL FACTS FOR KIDS – X-GEL

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Deciduous (baby) teeth start appearing in the mouth at about 6 months of age. 20 Primary teeth will erupt and all need to be properly cleaned from the beginning. To facilitate future cleaning and to get your baby used to cleaning before the teeth erupt…

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR UPCOMING DENTAL VISIT

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It’s important for you to be clear of your expectations of your dental visit. Be precise and clear of what you require and voice any concerns or questions you may have. It is very important for you to be comfortable and to be clearly informed what treatment will be done and the…

FIRST DENTAL VISITS FOR KIDS

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Dental visits do NOT have to be a scary or tearful experiences. Children are clean slates and their first dental visit MUST be a good one as it will set the tone for their future visits and attitude towards the dentist and dentistry…