Patient Blog
You’re thirsty – what’s the best drink to reach for? A fizzy drink? A sports drink? Fruit juice? Some flavoured milk? Answer – none of the above.
We’ve all seen the hilarious videos of people after getting their wisdom teeth out and saying outrageous things. But what does sedation actually do, and when is it necessary?
There are a lot of interesting ideas out there about oral health and what we need to do to take care of it. We went through and debunked some of the most common dental fables that we’ve seen floating around.
Some patients are surprised that we use a laser, as they tend to be associated mostly with skin treatments and sci-fi novels. But yes, we do use it for certain cases, and no, it doesn’t make any wacky sounds.
From x-ray machines, to cameras less than a millimeter wide, technological advancements have contributed hugely to the dental profession over the last century.
Once we are happy with the integration of a dental implant with the body, we teach our patients how to take good care of their implants at home. But if you have an implant and you need a refresher, keep reading!
The onset of COVID-19 has dramatically highlighted the importance of oral health for children, as a backlog of children in New Zealand are experiencing problems getting to community oral health clinics for care.
We’re all partial to a cheeky packet of chips or chocolate bar every now and then. And that’s fine. But continuously snacking throughout the day is a recipe for disaster when it comes to your teeth... Read on to find out why.
The pictures of people’s teeth on cigarette packets can be pretty gruesome, but after a while they become easy to ignore. We’re here to talk about what those pictures have to do with you, and why you might not want to ignore them after all.
Medical waste contributes massive amounts of non-biodegradable materials which either need to be burnt - releasing CO2 - or disposed of in land fills. What are we going to do about it?
Self-diagnosis is a common thing in the world of Google, WebMD, and social media, but it can create a lot of anxiety. Here are our recommendations for when you feel worried about your symptoms:
Sometimes we have patients who are unsure as to why they need to visit our clinic as well as go to their general dentists. Here’s an insight into why you might need to see a specialist - we hope it encourages you to always prioritise your health…
Drinking water - what’s that got to do with my teeth?
We all know that medical experts are constantly telling us to drink lots of water. It’s one of the mainstays of primary school health education - but why would that affect our dental health? Let’s find out...
Since the arrival of electric toothbrushes in 1927, the debate has always been which is better - electric or manual? We’re here to discuss some facts, fables, and things to remember about the electric toothbrush…
We feel lucky to be a practice that treats many ACC cases. We love these cases because we are able to take someone who had an awful, traumatic injury, and renew their smile at minimal cost.
The resurgence of COVID-19 in our community has brought with it many valid concerns for our regular hygiene patients. It can be very nerve-wracking to have an appointment cancelled or moved if you are suffering from serious symptoms. Here are a few things you can do to maintain your oral health during these worrying times.
As specialists, we deal with all different kinds of oral health issues. We wanted to make a resource for some of our patients with more complicated situations on how to look after their mouths.
Many of our patients walk in our doors having had very little education on the best way to look after their teeth. While the level of education is improving in New Zealand, we are writing this blog to help you - yes you! - with your daily routine, and some important things you might be leaving out.
In this economy, it is normal to feel anxious about your finances. However, it is crucial not to let your health slip, as this will only cost you more in the future. Here we will look at options for patients who are feeling concerned about money…
Studies suggest that the risk for developing an infectious disease through dental practice appears to be low. So why is it so nerve-wracking to ring up and make an appointment? We want to go through the actual risks that you face as our patient, and how we are managing these.
Every year, more and more New Zealanders are jet-setting off on ‘dental holidays’. These trips are to countries such as India and the Philippines, where dental treatment, implants and surgery are perceived to be significantly cheaper.