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…
The benefits of chewing gum have long been debated. But did you know that chewing gum supposedly has positive effects on your oral hygiene? Perhaps you’ve heard in passing about how chewing gum can clean your teeth. Here’s the thing. Whether chewing gum is good or bad for your teeth actually depends on the…
You just walked out of your dentist’s chair. The hard part’s done – you got a filling. And honestly, all you want is a warm cup of tea or a hot choc after a filling to wash the day away. But then you pause and ask, “am I actually allowed to drink this right now?”…
