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October 16, 2013

Is Laser Dentistry Safe?

When we think of lasers, the first thing that usually comes to mind is something from science fiction or a nightclub. We don’t usually associate them with dentistry, yet we have been using them for years. In fact, dental lasers have been used since the 1990s with great effect. So what are they, how do they work and are they…

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October 10, 2013

Do Teeth Whitening Toothpastes Really Work?

We all want that gleaming white Hollywood smile, even us dentists. We all want our teeth to look good, our smiles to be confident and our smiles to be worth a million dollars. Most of us don’t have a million dollars to spend whitening teeth, so elect to use whitening toothpastes instead. But do they work? Let’s find out. The…

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October 2, 2013

Your Child’s First Dental Visit

If you’re a new parent, firstly, congratulations. Secondly, do you know when your child should first visit the dentist and what to expect? No? Read on to find out! Dentists are pretty unanimous that a child should come to see us by their first birthday. While teeth may be still in their growth stage at that time, it’s essential that…

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July 31, 2013

Does Dental Health Affect Mental Health?

Holistic dentistry is all about the whole. We don’t just concentrate on your oral health, but your total well-being. That’s why we offer complementary therapies as well as dental ones, because we know your mental state influences your physical health and vice versa. Your body responds physically to how you’re feeling and how you act. The opposite is also true, your mind…

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July 24, 2013

How is TMJ Diagnosed?

The Temporomandibular joint is the point at which the jaw bone meets the skull and sits just in front of the ear canal. Temporomandibular joint disorders are when problems arise with this joint and can be caused by a variety of situations. As dentists we see a lot of TMJ, especially in patients with busy lives, as it seems to…

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July 18, 2013

What Are Dental Veneers?

Dental veneers are a remarkably conservative modern innovation that is transforming smiles across the world. They are a great alternative to orthodontics, crowns and more serious dental procedures and offer flexibility to those who want to improve their smile. As dentists, it’s our job to make sure your mouth is healthy. As holistic dentists, we’re also concerned with your complete…

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July 8, 2013

How Do I Choose the Right Natural Toothpaste?

Toothpaste is an essential ingredient for your total oral health. The last couple of posts dealt with toothbrushes, so we thought it was high time we tackled toothpaste as well. Now, as holistic dentists, our take on toothpaste selection differs from many standard dentists, but we think our choices make better long-term sense. Holistic dentistry is about making informed choices that…

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July 2, 2013

Manual Toothbrushes vs. Electric Toothbrushes

This kind of head to head comparison is one that crosses every subject and every industry and will never stop. We love them as they spark debate, split opinion and get people talking about oral health and their choice of toothbrush. Anything that encourages that kind of discussion is fine by us! So, which is best, a manual toothbrush…

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June 25, 2013

Choosing the Best Toothbrush

Good oral hygiene is the foundation for the overall health of your mouth and your body. The cornerstone of that is the right toothbrush and that’s what we’re going to discuss today. As holistic dentists, we regard your oral health as part of a whole. That whole encapsulates all those things good oral health has influence over so we have a vested…

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June 20, 2013

What is Neuromuscular Dentistry?

The term neuromuscular dentistry sound serious doesn’t it? It sounds more like something a surgeon or heart specialist would perform rather than a dentist. Despite the serious name, it’s actually nothing to be afraid of and can actually be quite straightforward and painless. Neuromuscular dentistry is a procedure carried out by specialist dentists to cure the cause of TMJ, or temporomandibular joint…

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