Missing teeth: What are the tooth replacement options
Some people are born with the potential of missing teeth. Genetics can determine what teeth are present. If you have missing teeth, your family may have experienced the same. Similarly, teeth sometimes lack space to erupt and stay hidden in the gums. Teeth are also lost due to decay and gum disease necessitating extraction. Sports […]
Orthodontics: Red Flags to look out for
Are you concerned about your child’s teeth and would like to know more about orthodontic options? Dr Thushala Ubaya delves into Orthodontics for children and identifies red flags to look out for. As every child grows and develops from childhood to young teenagers, a common consideration for parents and children is whether orthodontic treatment is […]
CONFIDENCE | CALMNESS | CONTROL – How does a paediatric dentist put frightened children at ease?
Children are keen readers of body language; if anyone is worried or uneasy about the visit, you can be sure that your child will sense it! And if he or she is already nervous, the tension would only get worse. Paediatric dentists are trained to be confident and calm about what needs to be done, […]
5 habits you want to instil in your children
1. 2-minute brushing, 2 times a day Everyone knows we should brush twice a day, but did you know that research supports a minimum duration of 2 minutes each time? The longer we brush, the more plaque we remove from more areas in the mouth, and the longer the contact time between our teeth and […]
3 dental symptoms you should not ignore
Many of us have been hesitant to go to the dentist over the past couple of months due to the Circuit Breaker measures. It can sometimes be easy to ignore minor dental issues however often they can be a warning sign of further issues in the future. As restrictions reduce, it is important not to […]
Pregnancy and dental health – the facts
Pregnant? What an exciting time … it’s beautiful, amazing and yet also scary and overwhelming. As you embark on your pregnancy journey, it’s important to remember that your body is a cohesive and interconnected unit not a series of independent parts stuck together. For example, oral hygiene is important not only for your dental health, […]
Mouthwashes – do they actually work?
What are mouthwashes used for? There are many different types of mouthwashes on the market as well as some you can make at home. They are used to control and treat different oral problems. What ingredients are in a mouthwash? The active ingredients vary depending on the purpose of the mouthwash. The most common ingredients […]
Worried about ‘buck teeth’?
What is the difference between an ‘overbite’ and an ‘underbite’? Ideally when the teeth are in biting position, the upper front teeth should close over the lower teeth. This is called the ‘overbite’, which is a proper dental term. An ‘underbite’ is actually a layman’s term. It refers to the opposite of the overbite where […]
Clinic sterilization
How important is sterilization in the dental clinics? Sterilization refers to any process that eliminates, removes, kills, or deactivates all forms of life (microorganisms). After sterilization, an object is referred to as being ‘sterile’ or ‘aseptic’. Sterilization is extremely important in any medical environment as the sterilization process breaks the chain of infection. Sterilization processes […]
