Common Mistakes Made With Dentures

Posted on: 7 December 2016

When you are a new denture wearer, there are quite a few changes to become accustomed to. From taking care of your dentures to actually wearing them, it is important to give yourself time to adjust to them properly. It is equally important that you avoid the following mistakes, as they can have a negative effect on your dentures and your oral health. No Longer Worrying About Oral Health Just because you are wearing dentures, whether you have partial or full dentures, doesn't mean your oral health is no longer important.
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Is Your Nail Biting Habit Damaging Your Teeth?

Posted on: 7 December 2016

Many people bite their nails, whether due to nerves, excitement or boredom. This is a nasty habit your dentist wants you to get out of. Yes, it really is damaging your teeth. Here are four ways that your nail-biting habit damages your teeth. Chipping and Cracking of the Teeth Nail biting is weakening parts of your teeth. Your enamel and your actual teeth are more likely to crack or chip. After all, the teeth aren't designed to handle something as hard as your nails.
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What to Do If Your Dentures Break While on Holiday

Posted on: 7 December 2016

Having your dentures break is inconvenient at the best of times, but it's even worse if you're away on holiday. Chances are you won't want to spend the rest of your vacation struggling to eat and talk or feeling paranoid about the way you look, but you probably don't fancy flying home to visit the dentist either. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to deal with problem in the short term before you return home and consult your regular dentist.
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Everything Parents Need to Know About Teeth Grinding

Posted on: 29 November 2016

Dentists will often warn about teeth grinding. Many children do it and usually in their sleep. Many parents don't know why it happens or what problems it leads to. Here's all you need to know as a parent about teeth grinding in children. It Can Damage the Teeth Grinding the teeth causes friction on the teeth. The enamel is worn away, although it's not usually spotted by the naked eye. It happens slowly and can lead to tooth decay.
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