After an exam and hygiene. Generally, we ask you not to eat, drink or rinse for 30 minutes after the appointment. Sometimes patients haven’t experienced a hygiene cleaning in a while if at all, and it is common for the teeth and gums to feel a little tender afterward. Not to worry, this discomfort is […]
How to Prepare for Your Appointment
Top tips on how to prepare for your dental visit. Confirm the appointment ahead of time with the lovely staff. If you have dental records you would like transferred, be sure to contact the clinic well in advance so we can have this all organised for you. Take the stress out of traffic and driving […]
How to Brush Your Teeth
Pro tip – tooth brushing and how to brush your teeth effectively Use the bathroom mirror, lean in and take a good look. Break it up – brush each quadrant, upper right, upper left, lower left and lower right. First quadrant – brush the outer surfaces, the biting surfaces, then the inner surfaces, this should […]
Treating Anxious Patients and Sedation in Dentistry
Principles of treating dentally anxious patients. Treating dental anxiety is an incredibly important part of dental treatment in general. It is important to offer your patients a number of different methods to alleviate the stress associated with visiting the dentist. Use communication as a tool. In many cases, talking through the situation takes the stigma […]
Remedial Jaw Exercises for Sore Joints
This exercise should be carried out sitting in an erect posture in front of the mirror. It should be performed before meals and at bedtime, ie, four times a day. Once you are used to the exercise you can stop using the mirror and carry out the exercise as often as possible. With the mouth […]
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