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Porcelain Veneers vs. Composite Veneers.

If you want to cover up tooth stains, gaps, minor damage or other aspects of your smile you're not happy with, your dentist might suggest dental veneers as an option. Veneers are thin coverings that can replace the front surface of your teeth to give you a whiter or more even smile. If you are inter.....
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Category: Cosmetic Dentistry

Why Is My Mouth Dry All the Time?.

Does your mouth constantly feel dry and sticky, even if you drink plenty of water? You might have a condition known as dry mouth syndrome (also called xerostomia). As well as feeling uncomfortable, a persistently dry mouth can also increase your risk of developing other oral health problems such as .....
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Category: General Dental

Does Sugar Really Rot Your Teeth?.

Tooth decay is the most common dental problem in Australia, affecting more than 90% of people in their lives, and the most common chronic disease affecting children. While teeth can decay for many reasons, the leading culprit is sugar added to food and drink. Even if you've already tried to cut down.....
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Category: General Dental

What Causes Sudden Toothache and How Is It Treated?.

Toothache can happen for many reasons. Sometimes the reason is obvious – if you've been hit in the face or bitten into something hard – but other times it can seem like the pain comes out of nowhere. Toothache isn't always a cause for alarm, but in some cases, it can point to an underlying problem t.....
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Category: Dental Emergency

What Causes Bad Breath (And How to Treat It).

Bad breath is fairly common, but in most cases it's temporary and goes away after you brush your teeth. More severe bad breath (halitosis) is thought to affect around 2.4 percent of adults. As well as being a source of embarrassment and lost confidence, it could also be a symptom of an underlying he.....
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Category: General Dental