Tag Archives: General Dentistry

HEALTHY GUMS HAPPY SMILE

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     WHAT IS GUMS?   Gums are the tissues that covers the part of the tooth. It appears like coral pink in colour.  Gums should have a scalloped margin with knife edged papilla. If gums get infected, becomes inflamed and reddish in colour. Loss of scalloped margin and blunt interdental papilla REASON FOR GUM INFECTION […]

TEETH WHITENING- Sparkle your Teeth

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  Teeth whitening or bleaching is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment to change the colour of natural tooth enamel to enhance the beauty of your smile            Why Did My Teeth Change Colour? Over time, your teeth can go from white to not-so-bright for several reasons: Food and Drink Coffee, tea and red wine […]

Dental Crowns- Next To Natural Teeth

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  What are dental crowns? Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that can be placed over your tooth. They are used to protect and restore the shape of your teeth when fillings don’t solve the problem. Dental crowns can be made of metals, porcelain, resin, and ceramics. When you need a dental crown? You may need […]

SMILE MAKEOVER TREATMENT

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What is a smile makeover treatment? A smile makeover treatment is the process of improving the appearance of your smile through one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures.                                                         […]

IMPORTANCE OF RESTORING SMALL DECAY

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What is a decay? Decay/dental caries are permanent damage in the hard surface of the tooth that develop into tiny openings or holes in the tooth. It is caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and not cleaning your teeth well.   Signs and symptoms: Mild […]

Why is wisdom tooth removal necessary?

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What is a wisdom tooth? Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes these teeth can be a valuable asset to the mouth when healthy and properly aligned, but more often, they are misaligned and require removal. When wisdom teeth are […]

Does Milk Teeth Require More Care and Attention?

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When Should you start seeing a dentist for kids? A dental visit should occur within six months after the presence of the first tooth. Early oral examination aids in the detection of the early stages of tooth decay, At Peach Dental Clinic we make sure to monitor all our kids at once in every 6 […]

PREVENT CARIES,NOT THE TEMPTATION

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Power Shields for the Sweet Teeth A very common preventive paediatric dental recommended procedure is pit and fissure sealants, or as we like to call them – “power shields” for teeth! Why do kids need them? Any molar surface that forms with deeper pits and grooves would be likely to trap food and bacteria and […]

INVISALIGN (INVISIBLE BRACES)

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Invisalign, often referred to as “invisible braces for adults” consists of clear plastic aligners which are barely visible to others, making it a very discreet option. Dentists use special Invisalign software, X-rays, and 3D computer images to fully customise them to each individual teeth. Depending on the complexity of your case, you could complete your […]

Endodontic Dentistry

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“Endodontic therapies don’t cause pain, they relieve it” The mid-day sun beats down on you andnothing beats heat like a cold creamy treat! As you bite into your favourite flavour a nagging feeling tugs at your mouth WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME I WENT TO THE DENTIST? Now you shove the concern off mind, as […]