Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a term used to describe a group of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joints (TMJ) and the muscles that control jaw movement. The temporomandibular joints, or TMJ, are the joints that connect the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull. These joints are located on either side of the head, just in…
Is the prospect of getting your teeth cleaned making your entire body tense? Would you rather suffer the torture of a toothache than visit a dentist? You are not alone. Many people are so afraid of going to the dentist that they refuse any treatment. Sedation dentistry uses safe medicines to help patients relax during…
Visiting the dentist regularly can reduce the risk of dementia One of the more speculative ideas on how to reduce dementia risk comes from research into bugs in the mouth. A recent study in the US found that people with gum disease and mouth infections were more likely to develop Alzheimer’s, the most common cause…
A dental implant is an excellent treatment for many patients who have lost teeth due to illness, accident, or injuries during sports activities, for instance For many patients, dental implants are becoming the treatment of choice. They can be used to replace a single tooth, support a fixed bridge, or secure removable partial or complete…
No matter what is stopping you from visiting your dentist, bear in mind that there are few things that are more worrying than the consequences of missing your annual teeth cleaning. Regular dental hygiene is an essential part of good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist is vital. During the pandemic, it is encouraged by all health professionals, including the government bodies…
Align Technology, Inc the pioneering company behind Invisalign has developed the iTero intraoral scanner; a digital scanning technology to enhance digital orthodontic and restorative workflow that improves the patient’s experience. The iTero scanner uses advanced scanning technology together with artificial intelligence to capture pictures inside the mouth, creating a 3D model of the teeth and gums, which you can view in…
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Caring for your child’s teeth can be challenging at the best of times, but forparents of children with autism there may be additional challenges. The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD), the organisation of dentists who care for children’s teeth, has assembled some advice for parents of children with autism. In this blog, we have…
If you’re tired of hiding your teeth and want to make a change, Composite Bonding, also known as Cosmetic Bonding, may be right for you. Composite Bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that involves applying a tooth coloured composite resin material to your teeth to repair a range of common problems, such as chipped, fractured…
