Whether you have traditional metal braces or a transparent retainer system such as ClearCorrect or Invisalign braces, the basic principle is the same. Your orthodontic device applies light, strategic pressure to your teeth, which is periodically adjusted (tightened) throughout your treatment, slowly readjusting your teeth until the predetermined ideal position has been reached. The thought of your teeth being forced into a new position might not sound all that agreeable, but remember that this is how an orthodontic treatment works, and that the process is a slow and steady one.
8 October 2019
Have small gaps begun to appear between your teeth? Then you should take special care to ensure you clean those areas thoroughly. Small gaps, especially those between crooked teeth, become food traps. Since these areas are hard to see and reach with a toothbrush, there is a risk that tooth decay could develop between your teeth. But, first, why does it happen? Why do spaces form between teeth that were once close together?
12 June 2019
From a young age, your parents teach you that you should brush your teeth twice a day. Doing so ensures that plaque and food debris cannot build up on your teeth and lead to tooth decay. However, one thing that many people aren't aware of is that brushing your teeth too aggressively will eventually do more damage than good. Do you suspect that you have been brushing your teeth with too much force?
12 June 2019
The start of each school year brings with it a long list of needs for your child. Stationery supplies, schoolbag, lunchbox, water bottle and uniform are all items that parents seek to replace. But when was the last time you took a closer look at your child's sports mouthguard at the beginning of the school year? As school sports and other outdoor activities become popular again, now is the perfect time to inspect your child's mouthguard, and here are three reasons why.
29 January 2019
If you get a lot of acid indigestion, then you may take antacids regularly. These medicines can keep your indigestion at bay and, as an added bonus, they help keep acid out of your mouth and away from your teeth where it can cause erosion damage. However, when you mention to your dentist that you take a lot of antacids, they may not be that happy. They may ask you to modify your antacid intake.
2 January 2019
When you're a busy student, the pain and discomfort you feel from an impacted wisdom tooth can seem secondary to everything else you need to do—from studying to socialising. However, if you do think you need your wisdom teeth removed, it's always best to prioritise your dental health and get it done sooner rather than later. Here are four reasons why. Waiting Could Mess With Your Grades If you wait until your wisdom tooth pain gets severe to get it removed, it could have a serious effect on your grades.
3 December 2018
From a young age, most people are taught the importance of having a toothbrush and regularly brushing their teeth. There are many cases where you may misplace your toothbrush, forget to carry it on a trip or it becomes damaged. While it may seem convenient to simply borrow a toothbrush from a friend or family member, sharing toothbrushes has many different risks. Your toothbrush is a useful tool used to prevent decaying teeth, prevent gum diseases and remove harmful bacteria from the mouth.
26 September 2018
