General Dentistry
Check-ups, gum health, children’s teeth, emergencies and everyday oral care from the team at Dove Dental Waurn Ponds.
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
Dental x-rays are a diagnostic tool used to visualise all parts of a tooth and the surrounding bone. Here is what they show, and what the radiation exposure really amounts…
Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy
Our gums are the foundation of a healthy smile and are linked to the overall health of the body. Here are three simple steps that keep gum disease at bay.
The Benefits of Fluoride
Fluoride both prevents damage to teeth and strengthens enamel that has already been damaged. How nature’s own cavity fighter actually works.
5 Tips to Teach Your Kids How To Brush Teeth
Teaching kids to brush twice daily can feel like going into battle. Five ways to make it educational and fun, so the routine sticks for life.
10 Foods Bad for Your Teeth
Diet significantly impacts oral health — and it is not just sweets. Here are 10 foods that are bad for your teeth, some of which may surprise you.
Why Is Sugar Bad For Your Teeth?
Sugar is not the only culprit involved in the formation of cavities, but it is perhaps the main one. Here is how a sweet treat turns into tooth decay.
What Toothbrush Should I Use?
Size, bristle variety, electric or manual — with an abundance of options on the supermarket shelf, here is how to choose the toothbrush that suits you.
