Up-to-date articles on oral and dental health
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June 8, 2026
An X-ray or same-day procedure is not necessary at every first dental visit. Symptoms and examination findings come first; the reason for a proposed procedure, its alternatives and timing should be explained before you decide.
June 7, 2026
Dental X-rays help answer questions about areas that cannot be seen directly during an examination. The type of imaging depends on the clinical need; share previous images and tell your dentist if you are or may be pregnant.
June 6, 2026
Bonding uses tooth-coloured composite to repair suitable small chips or alter tooth shape. Bite, remaining tooth structure and shade expectations need assessment because not every gap or fracture can be treated in the same way.
June 5, 2026
Repair depends on how far the fracture extends and how much sound tooth remains. A small chip and a crack extending towards the root need different assessment; a photograph alone cannot determine the right restoration.
June 4, 2026
The location of discolouration affects how it is assessed and managed. Mention any change in a single tooth; professional cleaning, whitening and restorations are different approaches and are not interchangeable for every colour concern.
June 3, 2026
Do not automatically postpone dental problems until after pregnancy. Tell your dentist your stage of pregnancy, medicines and relevant maternity advice so necessary care and any imaging can be assessed for your situation.
June 2, 2026
The effect of a missing tooth depends on its position and your bite; chewing habits or relationships between teeth may change. Problems are not identical for everyone, so describe new chewing difficulty or food trapping during assessment.
June 1, 2026
Gum recession may make teeth look longer or expose a sensitive root surface. Brushing habits, gum health and tissue characteristics need assessment; brushing harder or simply changing toothpaste does not address every cause.
May 31, 2026
A natural-looking smile involves tooth shape, facial balance and personal preference as well as whiteness. Discuss which healthy features should be preserved and whether any proposed changes to tooth structure are reversible.
May 30, 2026
Gum healing and an implant’s integration with bone are different processes. Feeling comfortable does not confirm readiness for the final tooth; your clinician assesses when loading and the next treatment stage are appropriate.
May 29, 2026
A crowned tooth still needs daily cleaning around its edges and nearby gums. A crown does not make the tooth immune to decay; ask how to clean between teeth and report looseness, odour or food trapping.
May 28, 2026
Floss, interdental brushes and water flossers suit different spaces and practical needs. Your choice depends on tooth spacing, restorations and ease of use; none replaces brushing, and your dentist can demonstrate a suitable technique.