We all know that dental care can be an expensive undertaking. According to a 2013 survey, about one third of Australians (33%) hold off their dental treatment because of the cost. Most of them look for dental treatments abroad in order to save money. It can be a tempting alternative, but is the cheaper cost
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Getting dental braces might not sound appealing for those who are looking to straighten their teeth. It can make the best of us feel a bit self-conscious when talking and eating while others just aren’t fond of how their teeth look when braces are installed. Fortunately, there are other alternatives to straighten your teeth and
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Let’s face it, all of us want to achieve that pearly white smile. Teeth whitening has become an important part in everyone’s grooming habits and perhaps it’s something you’ve been considering lately. You’re wondering whether teeth whitening is worth it and how can it actually impact your life. The reality is, teeth whitening is a
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Dental erosion is the loss of tooth structure that is caused by acids found in your diet. Acidity found in certain foods, drinks, and even your stomach acid can dissolve tooth minerals which leads to loss of tooth surface. The outer layer of your teeth is protected by a hard layer called enamel and is
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For people with one or two missing teeth, dental implants are arguably the best option available on the market today for replacing those teeth. Compared to other measures like dentures or bridges, dental implants are designed to mimic the look, texture, and function of the original tooth as much as possible; this gives the patient
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Going to the dentist is pretty much routine for all of us. But unless you take every possible measure to keep your teeth in pristine shape, there will come a time when you would need to undergo some serious dental treatment. Just to clarify, this treatment is not your typical prophylaxis or the occasional tooth
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Back in the day, there was a popular misconception that symptoms of diseases or underlying conditions are isolated in one part of the body, and they do not manifest in other parts, especially the mouth. Studies conducted in recent years show that this is, in fact, false. It’s true that there are instances when oral
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