Are you heading overseas for Christmas or New Year? Whether you're at home or abroad, bacteria in plaque don't take time off, so it's important to keep up with your oral hygiene routine when you're away. Follow these tooth-friendly travel tips to make sure you don't neglect your oral health and lowe..... Read more

With so much to think about over the holidays, a visit to the emergency dental clinic probably isn't a distraction you need. However, the festive period is typically when teeth are most prone to decay and accidents. Accidents can always happen, but by taking care when choosing food and drink and pla..... Read more

Are you confused about how often you need to visit the dentist? Regular check-ups are important for helping to prevent tooth decay, gum disease and other oral health problems, but not everyone agrees about the ideal time interval between visits to the dental clinic. There's no standard guideline con..... Read more

Some people's gums are more prone to bleeding than others, but if your gums bleed often, you should visit your dentist for a check-up and advice. That's because bleeding gums can sometimes be a sign of gum disease or other oral health and general health problems. Gingivitis (gum disease) If your gum..... Read more

Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic treatment that can remove some stains and discolouration from the teeth. But like all treatments, there can be side-effects or complications. Teeth whitening risks are reduced if you have a whitening treatment through your dentist, rather than using products bou..... Read more