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...
The best way to maintain a clean and healthy smile is by brushing and flossing. Food debris can get stuck between teeth and in braces. If you do not clean your teeth regularly, the accumulation may turn into plaque. Bacteria in the mouth can cause periodontal disease,...
Dreading having your tooth removed? The procedure isn't as bad as it seems, and nearly everyone recovers quickly. Though, you may be concerned about what to eat after wisdom teeth removal. A nutritious diet helps reduce swelling, minimises the risk of complications,...
On 31 May 2021, there's no time like the present to kick the habit and start on the path to stop smoking for good. World No Tobacco Day is an effort from the World Health Organisation to stop the more than 6 million deaths from tobacco use and secondhand smoke around...
At Epsom Dental Care Applecross, we have put together many useful tips for your everyday oral health and a variety of helpful information for solving oral health problems. So, what are some of the lesser-known things to do and avoid for healthy teeth and gums? DOS...
Easter falls on Sunday, April 4 this year. As children look forward to eating chocolate eggs this Easter, dentists are advising it’s not just how much of the delicious treats we eat, but when we eat them, that can damage their teeth. Here are some ideas to keep Easter...
If you have one or more missing or damaged teeth, you are suffering from more than just a gap. Not only do missing teeth increase your risk for dental and oral infection, but they also affect the way you speak and chew. Gaps also cause the jawbone to deteriorate,...
New Look, New Name, Great Team! We are excited to share MyDentist Applecross’ fresher look and new name, with a family-friendly and professional team. Epsom Dental Care Applecross — now OPEN to serve you! We have been busy working on refreshing and rebranding the...
Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding, a condition that commonly affects people during sleep. If grinding occurs on a regular basis, it will damage your teeth and cause other oral health complications. Causes and Symptoms of Bruxism People can grind their...