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 are essential in many contact sports to protect teeth, cheeks, lips and tongue from injury. They are compulsory in many sports including rugby, hockey, waterpolo and basketball. Dentists recommend mouthguards to act as a buffer zone to reduce severity…
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…
Tooth sensitivity is experienced as a short sharp pain when consuming cold, sweet or acidic foods and drinks. It can also be experienced with an intake of cold air or by touching the tooth. All About Tooth Sensitivity Sensitivity happens…
It’s an exciting time when your child gets their first tooth, but all of a sudden there is something else to look after. Along with the sleep deprivation and copious amounts of drool due to teething we start worrying about…
Prevention Visiting a dentist while pregnant is highly recommended for your own wellbeing and that of your unborn child. Routine dental treatment is safe during pregnancy, although some procedures or medication should be avoided in the first 3 months, so be…
What is Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)? Temporomandibular disorder relates to pain and dysfunction as a result of a problem with the jaw, jaw joint and/ or surrounding facial muscles that control chewing and jaw movement. TMD results in a large range…