by Stephen Wong | Jun 1, 2024 | Dental Check-up & Cleaning, Dental Education, Oral Health Care, Prevention
As you improve your brushing and flossing techniques and habits, you unlock new levels of oral health. Brushing twice a day is a great start, but it doesn’t go far enough to optimise your dental hygiene and overall health. Excellent self-care involves comprehensive...
by Stephen Wong | Feb 29, 2024 | Dental Check-up & Cleaning, Dental Education, Oral Health Care, Prevention
How to get your teeth gaps cleaner with interdental brushes Proper oral hygiene involves more than just brushing your teeth. Regular toothbrushing certainly cleans tooth surfaces well, but it doesn’t always reach the narrow gaps between them. Interdental brushes...
by Stephen Wong | Apr 4, 2023 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Check-up & Cleaning, Dental Education, Dental Treatment, Mouthguard, Oral Health Care, Prevention
6 tips for long-lasting veneers Veneers are a popular cosmetic dental treatment that can improve both the aesthetics and function of your teeth. They are thin shells made of porcelain or composite resin that are placed over the front surface of your teeth to cover up...
by Stephen Wong | Mar 28, 2023 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Education, Dental Treatment, Oral Health, Oral Health Care
A bright, white smile is something many people desire as it can enhance their appearance and boost confidence. However, over time, teeth can become discoloured for many reasons, including aging, smoking, certain medications, and consuming staining substances like...
by Stephen Wong | May 14, 2022 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Education, Dental Treatment, Mouthguard, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health, Oral Health Care, Oral Health Links to General Health, Oral Safety & First Aid, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Teeth grinding or bruxism is an oral condition where patients clench, gnash or grind their teeth. Bruxism can be experienced day and night but interestingly, each has their own set of causes or etiology that requires different treatment protocols and management....
by Stephen Wong | Aug 10, 2021 | Dental Education, Oral Health Care
In a recent University of Washington study published in July 2021, the extraordinary role played by white blood cells called neutrophils was revealed. Neutrophils can migrate from the bloodstream and gums into plaque biofilm. Healthy, thin biofilm provides neutrophils...