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Time to Have a Perfectly Straight Smile!
It has never been easier to have a perfectly straight smile, and here at Integrated Dental Care we have a great range of braces to treat all sorts of orthodontic problems. No longer just for children, we can straighten your teeth no matter your age. As well as cosmetically improving your smile, straighter teeth can…
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Is it Necessary to Extract Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth are renowned for causing problems as they frequently try to erupt into a mouth that is too small or overcrowded to comfortably accommodate them. However, this is not always the case which is why we prefer to take a ‘wait and see’ approach. If your wisdom teeth have not yet erupted, then we…
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Are You Brushing Your Teeth Long Enough?
Ideally, you should brush your teeth for at least two minutes each time, but it is very easy to over-estimate the time spent cleaning your teeth. If you use an electric toothbrush then it will have a built-in timer, but if you prefer a manual toothbrush then we recommend keeping a small timer in your…
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Five Reasons to Drink Herbal Tea
These days there is a terrific variety of herbal teas available and this drink makes a tasty alternative to traditional tea. We have listed five reasons why you should drink herbal tea. Herbal tea can have a therapeutic effect. For example, ginger tea may help relieve nausea and peppermint tea can be clearing if you…
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Sealants Can Protect Teeth from Decay
Our focus is very much on trying to prevent dental problems by using the best preventative dentistry treatments which include fissure sealants. These protect the chewing surfaces of your back teeth as these often have deep fissures that can easily trap food and bacteria, resulting in tooth decay. Fissure sealants are quick to apply and…
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What Is a Cavity?
Your teeth are protected by a layer of tooth enamel which is the hardest substance in the body. Directly underneath the tooth enamel is a much softer substance called dentine that is more easily eroded. If tooth enamel is damaged, then you are more at risk of developing a cavity in a tooth. This damage…
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Is It Worth Getting a Single Implant?
Dental implants are fantastic for replacing single teeth and are definitely worth considering, particularly if the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth are healthy and strong and do not need crowning. This is because we would need to cut down these teeth to support a dental bridge, which is always a great shame if there…
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Types of Mouth Rinses: Find One That Works for You
Mouth rinses tend to fall into three different categories. They can be cosmetic, therapeutic or natural or herbal rinses. So which is best? Cosmetic mouth rinses will temporarily mask bad breath and may help to get rid of some bacteria. Some contain whiteners to help remove some surface stains, but the effects are quite limited.…
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What’s the Best Orthodontic Treatment for You?
If you are contemplating orthodontic treatment then you are probably interested in finding out which brace might best suit your needs. This does depend on the issues requiring correction and their complexity. Relatively straightforward cases that only affect your front teeth can often be corrected within a matter of a few weeks or months, using…
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When Would You Need Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy is a great treatment for saving a tooth that is badly infected. You may need root canal therapy if you develop a persistent toothache or if it hurts whenever you bite down on a certain tooth. Other symptoms include noticing the gum around the painful tooth looks red or swollen and you…
Choosing Comfortable Dental Care When You Feel Anxious
Feeling anxious about the dentist can make even a routine checkup feel difficult. Choosing comfortable dental care does not mean pretending the appointment will feel easy for everyone. It means findin
Questions Seniors Can Ask at a Dental Check-Up
If you have searched for dentists for seniors near me, you may be looking for a dental checkup that feels thorough, respectful and practical for your stage of life. For older adults, a routine visit i
When Dental Care May Be Needed Today
If you have searched for ‘today dental’ because a toothache, broken tooth or swelling has appeared suddenly, the safest starting point is to work out whether you need sameday dental advice, routine ca
What Can Affect Your Dental Smile?
Your dental smile can be affected by far more than tooth colour. Gum health, tooth position, bite, enamel wear, missing teeth, saliva, lifestyle habits and general health can all influence how your te
How a Dentist Helps Plan Your Dental Care
A dental care dentist helps you understand what is happening in your mouth, what needs attention now and what can be monitored over time. Good dental planning is not just a list of procedures. It is a
Dental Cleaning and Whitening Near Me: How They Differ
Searching for dental cleaning and whitening near me usually means you want your teeth to feel fresh and look brighter, but these are two different types of dental care. A dental clean is mainly about
Finding a Lower-Cost Dentist in Pakenham: What to Check
If you searched for cheap dentist pakenham, you are probably trying to manage dental costs without taking unnecessary risks with your oral health. That is a sensible goal. Dental fees can feel confusi
When General and Cosmetic Dentistry May Be Considered
If you are deciding whether to book a checkup, repair a tooth or discuss the appearance of your teeth, the phrase general cosmetic dentistry may describe what you are looking for: dental care that con
