Maintaining your oral hygiene
It has been scientifically proven that there is connection between plaque (bacteria) and dental disease to overall health. The link between bad oral hygiene and heart disease is well documented by...
View ArticleSealants and Decay
Dental sealants are a dental treatment consisting of applying a plastic material to one or more teeth, for the intended purpose of preventing dental caries (cavities) or other forms of tooth decay. A...
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Smile enhancement – Porcelain dental veneers.
If you have crooked teeth, tooth discolouration, or uneven teeth, it may be to your advantage to have porcelain veneers. A consult with cosmetic dentist at our Canberra based dental practice will...
View ArticleAmerican Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s (AACD)
28th Annual Scientific Session May 1, 2012 – Dr Sonika Sharma principal dentist Comprehensive Dental Care attended the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s (AACD) 28th Annual Scientific Session, in...
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What to expect with veneers
Dental Veneers – post-op Instructions Veneers are ultra-thin shells of porcelain or composite resin material. These are bonded on the front of the teeth. Dental veneers is a minimal invasive procedure...
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What to Expect When You Get a Filling
Unless you take good care of your teeth, it is likely that you will suffer from cavities someday. Fillings are used to repair teeth that have decayed due to cavities. Your dentist will make use of a...
View ArticleA Comprehensive Overview of Dental Bridges
If you have a gap between your teeth due to a missing or partially broken tooth, then dental bridges are used fill this gap. These bridges are extremely helpful in restoring your smile and change the...
View ArticleBeautifying the smile with porcelain veneers
Is your smile affected because one of your teeth is chipped or broken? Are your teeth discolored due to smoking or consumption of black coffee or tea? Overtime, teeth can become susceptible to staining...
View ArticleWhat is Good Oral Hygiene?
To keep your mouth clean and free of bacteria, you need to practice good oral hygiene on a daily basis that will result in a mouth, which looks good and smells healthy. This means that the teeth will...
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Bruxism Causes and Treatments
Bruxism, commonly known as teeth grinding is an oral parafunctional activity, which means that it is not related to the normal functions of the mouth such as eating or talking. Bruxism is a very common...
View ArticleDental Care – The Top 5 Causes of Dental Anxiety
Dental anxiety is a fear of the unknown and a reaction to the unfamiliar dangers involved with dental procedures. Dental anxiety is very common, and most people experience some degree of dental anxiety...
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Dental Crowns and Bridges Can Restore Your Smile
For those looking to perfect their smile or simply improve it due to some irregularities, a dental crown and / or a bridge can do wonders in restoring your smile. Restoration of smile and creating a...
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Root Canal Treatment – Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need a root canal? Generally people need a root canal treatment when the nerve of a tooth becomes infected with bacteria and the pulp of the tooth gets damaged. A pus pocket usually forms...
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Designing the Perfect Smile
What constitutes a smile? Contrary to popular belief and opinion, the perfect smile is not just a result of proper teeth alignment (although it does contribute to a major part of your smile). Depending...
View ArticleA Few Secrets about Teeth Whitening
Having beautiful, white teeth not only enhance the appearance, it increases self-confidence as well. The ones who hide their teeth in pictures no longer have to if they take care of their teeth. But...
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Your Child’s Dental Health – At What Age Should Dental Check-ups Begin?
Most new parents wonder when they should first take their child to the dentist. The answer to this question is “as soon as the first tooth appears”, or no later than the first birthday of the child....
View ArticleDental Fear: How to Get Past It
Do not consider yourself alone if the dentist’s chair is one of your biggest fears. Research dictates that between 9 to 20 percent of American avoid the dentist due to irrational fears. Thus it is...
View ArticleCosmetic Dentures Can Achieve Much More
Cosmetic dentures are mainly used to replace any lost or missing teeth. Without teeth, some very basic everyday activities that we take for granted, such as eating and talking, cannot be carried out...
View ArticleDental Cosmetic Surgery Statistics
Ten years ago, people only went to the dentist for routine check-ups and procedures, such as getting roots canals and fixing cavities. Most of the emphasis was on restoring the utility of teeth....
View ArticleWhy Flossing Teeth Is Important
We all know brushing our teeth is important for oral hygiene. While brushing teeth is a part of the daily routine for almost all individuals, most people tend to skip flossing their teeth. The American...
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