by Stephen Wong | May 31, 2018 | Dental Insurance, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention
Working out what type of dental health insurance plan is right for you and your family can be a real headache, but if you know what to consider and what you are looking for, it isn’t that complicated. Types of dental insurance cover You can choose from two types...
by Stephen Wong | Apr 30, 2018 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Treatment, Oral Hygiene Care
Clear removable aligners are perhaps the highest profile orthodontic treatment option currently available on the market. They are gaining popularity as an effective yet discreet method to straighten teeth, and to help adults and teenagers achieve a perfectly aligned...
by Stephen Wong | Mar 30, 2018 | Oral Health Children, Oral Hygiene Care
Mouthwash, along with toothpaste and flossing, are essential oral care products to maintain oral health for adults and children. However, for kids there are kid-friendly oral care products that have distinctly different properties to those for grown-ups. While...
by Stephen Wong | Feb 28, 2018 | Dental Education, Oral Hygiene Care
The leading cause of tooth loss is periodontal (gum) disease. There are a number of other causes that also contribute to the development of periodontal disease in individuals. These include tooth decay, cavities (caries) and oral injury. Risk factors A number of risk...
by Stephen Wong | Jan 26, 2018 | Mouthguard, Oral Hygiene Care, Oral Safety & First Aid, Prevention
Despite the outrageous claims of unscrupulous over-the-counter and online mouthguard retailers, nothing beats a custom-fitted mouthguard made by your dentist. In fact, these “do-it-yourself” mouthguards have been proven to be far less safe and effective in...
by Stephen Wong | Nov 16, 2017 | Dental Education, Oral Hygiene Care
If you want to take your oral health seriously and keep your teeth and gums healthy, you need to keep good oral habits. The good news is, you only need to spend about 10 minutes a day to clean your teeth and gums. However, the trick is to stay focused during your...