Stainless Steel Crowns: A Stronger Way to Repair Decayed or Underdeveloped Back Teeth Stainless steel crowns are strong, pre-formed metal caps designed to restore molars affected by tooth decay or improper development, such as hypomineralisation. Made from a blend of…
Silver fluoride and Tooth Dental What is Silver Fluoride? Silver fluoride (AgF) is a chemical compound that combines silver and fluoride ions. It appears as a white crystalline solid and dissolves easily in water. This dental compound is widely used…
Oral Health Therapists (OHTs) are skilled dental professionals trained in both dental therapy and dental hygiene. They play a vital role in helping you maintain optimal oral health by providing essential services such as check-ups, routine treatments, and preventive care.…
What is a Vape? E-Cigarettes are battery-powered electronic devices which heat liquid (E-liquid) and produce an aerosol inhaled by users (termed “vaping”). The main ingredients of E-liquids include: propylene glycol, glycerol as humectants, flavouring and often nicotine. Oral Health Effects…
It is commonly known that sugary fizzy drinks are bad for your teeth. The negative affects are two fold, the sugar can cause tooth decay, and the acid from the fizz can cause erosion. But what about sparkling water? According…
Mouthguards: Essential Protection for Athletes Mouthguards are crucial for athletes in contact sports, offering protection for teeth, lips, cheeks, and the tongue. They’re mandatory in many sports, including rugby, hockey, water polo, and basketball. Dentists recommend mouthguards as an essential…
At Tooth Dental we believe that dentistry shouldn’t ‘cost the Earth’. In 2015 when Dr Lou set up Tooth Dental, she wanted to make the practice as ECO Friendly as possible. Our eco ethos doesn’t affect our high standard of…
There are 2 things in your diet that have an effect on your teeth: Sugar Acid It is not only the QUANTITY of them you consume, but also the FREQUENCY that effects your teeth. If you keep sugary foods and…
Why straighten my teeth? Let’s get a few things straight! There are various reasons why people chose the orthodontic route. These include: Aesthetics Function and speech Periodontal TMJ pain Even wear Pre – prosthodontic work It’s important to remember that…
Looking for an emergency dentist in Ashgrove? Please read on. In any case of dental emergency it is very important to contact the dentist as soon as possible to try and find out if the situation requires immediate treatment or if…