Tag: teeth

How to care for sensitive teeth

You must have heard someone say that they suffer from tooth sensitivity, a feeling that makes even basic pleasures like morning coffee or sweets challenging. However, with the right treatment and lifestyle adjustments, tooth sensitivity can be controlled. Maintaining general oral health and minimising pain can be achieved by knowing how to take care of […]

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Do teeth whitening strips really work?

For people who want to brighten their smiles without the inconvenience of getting professional treatments, teeth whitening strips have become a popular choice. They might not work as well on deeper discolourations, but they can aid in removing superficial stains. Therefore, they are worth a try if you are looking for a quick remedy. Medical […]

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Are you constantly grinding your teeth? This is why

Do you involuntarily and constantly grind your teeth together, whether you’re asleep or awake? You do this so much that it causes you headaches, you sometimes even bite the inside of your mouth. You are not alone, this happens to me all day every day, especially when I’m working and I hate that I kinda […]

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Pros and cons of dental care

Taking care of our teeth is of utmost importance, they are a big part of our physical appearance. We smile confidently when our teeth are in good shape. Park Meadows Dental believes that, “while regular dental hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums, some daily activities we do might be harmful to our teeth. […]

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Why you shouldn’t rinse after brushing your teeth

Ever wondered why you experience tooth sensitivity, staining, and continuous tooth decay despite being devoted to brushing your teeth? The reason for this could be linked to how you clean your teeth. Although many of us spend plenty of time brushing our teeth twice a day, the results mean absolutely nothing, when a “proper clean” […]

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What happens when you don’t floss your teeth often

We all know that brushing teeth twice a day is important for maintaining oral health, however that alone is not enough. We also need to floss teeth as it helps with prevention of gum diseases and tooth decay. Flossing teeth can help with reaching the 40% of the tooth surface that toothbrushes can’t reach. In […]

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7 tips for great oral hygiene

September is National Oral Hygiene month. Dental surgeon Professor Hartshorne shares 7 vital tips to care for your teeth. By: Keletso Modisakeng 1.Start early with oral hygiene: Parents should begin brushing children’s teeth twice a day as soon as they start teething. 2. Strengthen teeth and prevent tooth decay: For children younger than 3 […]

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