Most parents assume baby teeth don’t have roots. Parents often find this surprising and ask, “Wait, do baby teeth have roots?” Yes, they do. Baby (primary) teeth have real roots that anchor them in the jaw, just like adult teeth. However, as the permanent tooth develops underneath, the root gradually dissolves until there’s not enough…
Nobody has bright, paper-white teeth. If you’ve been side-eyeing your smile in every photo lately because of its slight yellow tone, the best way to treat yellow teeth depends entirely on why your teeth are yellow in the first place. Sometimes, having slightly yellow teeth is normal. This is because your enamel is translucent and…
Have you just been given the unwelcome news that you have gum disease? Your mind would’ve then immediately gone to the question, “can gum disease be cured?” The answer depends on how far gum disease has progressed. Catch it early on, and it can be cured. If you wait too long, it can be managed…
Nobody, we repeat, nobody likes to have stained or discoloured teeth. It’s not only an aesthetic issue, but it can also take a toll on your self-confidence. So, teeth whitening might be something you are leaning towards. And you may be wondering, “how long does teeth whitening take?“ The quick answer is that it depends.…
If you have decayed, damaged or infected teeth, you may find yourself torn between getting a root canal vs dental implant. While it’s not a decision you can make on your own (our dentists will provide their professional opinion), it doesn’t hurt to know about the two procedures beforehand. Especially because it will give you…
We’ve all had the unpleasant and embarrassing experience of realising our breath stinks well into the day. Sometimes, though, you may notice bad breath after brushing your teeth. When this happens, things get a little confusing. Because you just brushed your teeth and it’s not supposed to smell bad. Bad breath after brushing teeth often…
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, the dental implants vs dentures debate comes up more often than you think. At Ashgrove Dental, we get asked this question all the time. Before we go any further, let us assure you that it’s completely normal to feel this way. It’s a big decision. So it’s only…
Wisdom teeth have a reputation. A reputation for causing problems. Because almost every other person you meet has a story about how their wisdom teeth gave them so much trouble. That makes you assume that wisdom teeth must be removed. However, that’s not always the case. Sometimes, wisdom teeth emerge without causing you any trouble or…
