Alternative Dental Health versus Conventional Dentistry

Posted on: 6 August 2015

Crooked, twisted or uneven teeth can ruin your smile and affect your confidence.  Until recently, the recommended treatment for teeth straightening was unsightly braces.  Now, there's Invisalign®.  So, what's the difference?  Read on for an overview of the Invisalign® system. How does Invisalign work? Invisalign® is a discreet tooth straightening system used to correct gaping and crookedness of the teeth.  Instead of ugly metal braces, virtually invisible 'aligners' are used.  These aligners are custom-made for each patient and, unlike fixed braces, are removable.
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Posted on: 8 July 2015

If you want a bright, white Hollywood smile, but can't afford expensive cosmetic whitening treatments, you may be considering using hydrogen peroxide toothpaste instead.  But does it work, and is it safe to use? Here's a concise guide to hydrogen peroxide toothpaste to help you decide if this cheaper, over-the-counter option is the right way to go for you. How does hydrogen peroxide toothpaste work? Hydrogen peroxide is commonly-used as a bleaching agent.
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Posted on: 11 June 2015

People with dental fear/anxiety/phobia feel a sense of great unease at the thought of undergoing a dental procedure. As a result, they are likely to cancel or skip out on important dental treatments, much to the detriment of their dental health. However, dental fear/anxiety/phobia can be undone, and one way to do so is to see your dentist often. Read on to see how this can help: Understand that there's nothing to fear
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Posted on: 11 May 2015

These days, those with less than bright-looking gnashers can take advantage of teeth whitening toothpastes and treatments to achieve a Hollywood smile, but a dazzling grin won't suddenly make you invincible to discolouration from certain foods. If you're considering any such treatments, you should make every effort to hang on to your bright white smile for longer by eating the right foods. Here are our top food picks that can minimise teeth staining and help keep your pearly whites shining brightly.
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