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What is fluoride? Fluoride is a compound of the element fluorine that occurs throughout nature in soil and water. Initially discovered by an American dentist researching brown discolouration in teeth, fluoride has been proven to dramatically decrease the incidence of dental decay. Since its discovery in the 1930s, fluoride has been used worldwide in toothpastes Read More
When you look at the human body, the mouth seems relatively small. But when you delve in, you see it is a world of its own! So what is actually in your mouth? It is comprised of not only the teeth but all that pink and squishy stuff too: the lips, cheeks, palate, tongue and Read More
I regularly hear the question “How often should I have a check-up and clean of my teeth at the dentist?” The general guideline for adults is to have your dentist do a thorough dental check-up at least twice a year. We also recommend a professional clean by your dentist or dental hygienist every six months. Read More
From time to time I am asked by a patient whether they can use salt water instead of a proprietary mouthwash as an oral disinfectant. Here I describe the uses and relative advantages and disadvantages of the two. Salt water Salt water mouth rinses are an excellent short term treatment when you have wounds in Read More
Pain or discomfort in your mouth is not always tooth-related. Sometimes an ulcer may be the cause. An ulcer is a break in the tissue that lines your mouth or the membrane covering your tongue. There are two classes of mouth ulcer: recurring and once-off. Each can have various causes. Recurring mouth ulcers One cause Read More
For most of us, a big smile is all about our teeth, and at Core Dental the vast majority of new patients come in with questions, concerns, or ideas for improvement specifically regarding their teeth. But there’s more to a smile than just teeth, apart from our lips of course. Often forgotten but actually essential Read More
There are so many choices for your teeth when it comes to choosing the best electric toothbrush so we have put together a buyer’s guide that will help you make the choice that much easier. Oral-B Pro 6500 Smart Bluetooth “I loved this electric toothbrush and it made brushing an engaging 21st century experience with all of the Read More
We would hazard a guess that almost all dental patients get pre-visit guilt. What is pre-visit guilt? pre-visit guilt ‘preeʃ(vi)z(ee)t/gi(L)t’ verb a feeling that occurs in dental patients (typically the night before) as the direct result of not having taken correct care of their teeth prior to the appointment. “I’m embarrassed to go to see Read More
An iconic moment in any child’s life is the time when your parent teaches you about brushing teeth. Like learning how to brush your hair, ride a bike, and tie your own shoe laces, dental hygiene is an imperative part of the knowledge passed from one generation to another. Unlike brushing your hair or tying your shoes, Read More
The importance of inter-dental cleaning We all accept brushing our teeth is a great way to prevent buildup of plaque/bacteria and tooth decay. But how many of us consider the space between our teeth? This inter-dental space actually accounts for about 35 per cent of the surface area of your teeth – so it’s important to Read More
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