World Oral Health Day is the world's largest awareness campaign on oral health. The official theme of the 2022 campaign is Be Proud of Your Mouth. On 20 March, we ask the world to unite to help reduce the burden of oral diseases, which affect individuals, health...
Braces and Invisalign are both orthodontic appliances that straighten uneven teeth. Each device comes with its own pros and cons and you should learn more about each of them in order to make an educated choice. Braces have been used much longer than Invisalign trays....
It's a brand new year! It's a time when we make resolutions to get healthy, look better, and save money. Plan a resolution to improve your oral health, and you can achieve all three! A healthy and beautiful smile can make a big difference in the way you look and feel....
Wisdom teeth are the third molars that appear between the ages of 17 and 25. Some people have only 2 wisdom teeth while others have 4. A very few people have no wisdom teeth at all – a trait caused by evolution. Although most dentists recommend wisdom tooth removal,...
Are you looking for the right gift for people on your shopping list? Dental health products are perfect for gift-giving! Dental products, such as an electric toothbrush, a Waterpik or an Electric Flosser, are gifts that keep on giving. Often the gifts we receive end...
The holiday seasons are full of food, events, and sweets. Even when you are enjoying the celebrations, it is important to keep your oral health in mind. To maintain healthy oral hygiene and avoid unwanted dental problems, consider the following holiday oral health...
Despite your efforts in keeping your teeth clean and your mouth healthy, sometimes a cavity can form, and you will need a dental filling to restore and preserve your tooth. Dental fillings require the removal of the decayed or damaged portions of the tooth. Once the...
If you have dental fear or anxiety, you’re not alone. It’s common for people with dental fear to avoid going to the dentist for years unless they are in severe pain from tooth decay and periodontal disease. If you have dental anxiety, your Applecross dentist at Epsom...
The 2021 Dental Health Week (2-8 August) campaign focuses on the importance of caring for your teeth and gums to help you to keep your smile for life. Four Key Messages for Good Oral Health The ADA's oral health messages and the four key messages of the 2021 Dental...