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How safe is Home Teeth Whitening?
Teeth whitening makes teeth appear whiter, stain-free and makes the smile more aesthetically pleasing and is one of the safest and most popular procedures in dentistry. Hydrogen peroxide (in the active gel) is actually produced naturally in the body in small amounts. It’s effects on the body have been studied for many years and considered…
Read MoreAre there any risks or side-effects that can happen with home teeth whitening?
Generally, at home teeth whitening is safe however, like any chemical process, if a whitening treatment isn’t performed correctly, you could risk injury or uneven results. If the bleaching agent comes into contact with your gums or other soft tissues in your mouth, there may be a risk of chemical burns. That’s why it’s important…
Read MoreAre there any complications that can occur with home teeth whitening?
Minor complications can occur on rare occasions and are highlighted by gum irritation and heightened cold sensitivity in the enamel of teeth. If this occurs you must stop using the kit and talk to your dentist as soon as you can. If a whitening treatment isn’t performed correctly, you could risk injury or uneven results.…
Read MoreHow Risky is Dental Tourism?
Understanding The Risks of Travelling Overseas for Dental Work Disclaimer: this article is not meant to promote or advertise any of the business or operators identified; it is purely to educate on what dental tourism is and the associated risks. What is Dental Tourism? Also, known as dental vacations or dental holidays. They are…
Read MoreWorld No Tobacco Day: Quit Tobacco Teeth for a Healthier Smile
Say No to Tobacco for Healthy Pink Gums and a Stain-free Smile May 31st marks “World No Tobacco Day” and the team at Dental Care Professionals want to remind everyone of the negative impact smoking has on your oral and general health. Tobacco smoking is the largest preventable cause of death and disease in Australia. –…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Yellow Teeth
Yellow Teeth, Fluoridated Water and Living in Adelaide, Australia Understanding the most common cause of yellow teeth and what can be done about it, begins with water. In Adelaide, water fluoridation started in 1971 and is governed by the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. You may be wondering what water fluoridation has to do with yellow teeth……
Read MorePregnancy Your Teeth and Oral Health
How to Protect Teeth During Pregnancy During pregnancy a woman’s body changes dramatically, from the obvious shape changes as the foetus grows, to the unseen hormonal changes. It’s the changes caused by hormones that have the greatest impact on your teeth when you are pregnant. Your saliva changes, your jawbone density may change and so too…
Read MoreHow well does home teeth whitening work?
Dentists are often asked the question of how well home teeth whitening works and whether one method is better than another. To start with, any form of whitening does not make your teeth pure white; this would look strange and unnatural. With home teeth whitening, the change in whiteness is subtle. Though most people will…
Read MoreOral Cancer: What Are The Signs?
What is Oral Cancer and What Symptoms Do You Get? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month so we thought it was opportune to discuss oral cancer as many people know very little about it but it is actually more common than you may think. In Australia, every day, at least three Australians are being diagnosed with…
Read MoreDental Headaches: TMJ the Headache Your Dentist Can Fix
Do You Get Headaches? Your Dentist May Be Able To Help. Regular visits to your dentist can involve much more than just checking for cavities and practising how to floss. Your dentist can also help you determine why you might be having other issues, such as headaches or neck pain. TMD or TemporoMandibular joint Disorder…
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