4 Cleaning tips after a periodontal treatment
Damon Jones Damon Jones

4 Cleaning tips after a periodontal treatment

Knowing that plaque can transform into calculus within a day is crucial. As a result, it is essential to establish a regular routine of daily teeth cleanings at home after undergoing any periodontal procedure to avoid this issue in the future. By doing so, you can prevent the expenses and discomfort associated with treatment.

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What will happen if I don't treat gum disease
Damon Jones Damon Jones

What will happen if I don't treat gum disease

It is important to attend a scheduled periodontal treatment if gum disease is detected to avoid painful and costly complications and oral health problems. Neglecting gum disease can potentially lead to the following problems:

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Symptoms of gum disease.  What you need to know
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Symptoms of gum disease.  What you need to know

The symptoms of gum disease can vary depending on the stage and severity of the condition. The two primary stages of gum disease are gingivitis and periodontitis. Here are some common symptoms associated…

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This is what a clean, Scale and Polish Means at our office
Damon Jones Damon Jones

This is what a clean, Scale and Polish Means at our office

A "clean scale polish" typically refers to a specific part of the dental cleaning procedure known as scaling and polishing. Our gentle hygienists at our Dunedin Dental Practice will explain more in detail when we meet you.

Teeth Cleaning is where we

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Can dental Hygiene Fix Bad Breath
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Can dental Hygiene Fix Bad Breath

Bad breath has a technical term called halitosis. This can cause hesitation with social or work or be embarrassing or cause anxiety. It's no surprise we are bombarded wit mints, chewing gum, mouth rinses and more which are

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Can you fix a chipped tooth
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Can you fix a chipped tooth

Chipped teeth account for the majority of dental emergencies we see in Otago and Dunedin. Whether the dental accident came from rugby, mountain biking, skiing or other sports and recreation or a work related dental injury, rest assured our gentle dentists >

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How to protect a knocked out tooth
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How to protect a knocked out tooth

When a tooth gets knocked out you can save it with some quick action. Most importantly keep the tooth moist by keeping it in your mouth or a …

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What is a dental emergency
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What is a dental emergency

A dental emergency is when you suddenly experience a tooth ache, a tooth pain a broken tooth or a tooth gets knocked out due to an accident…

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LEVEL 2: Delta.
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LEVEL 2: Delta.

Here is what to expect at Level 2:

Patient Screening For Covid Contact Risk- we will assist patient with higher risk if they need urgent care with strengthened protocols. We have…

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4 Reasons Why Professional Dental Cleans Are So Important!
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4 Reasons Why Professional Dental Cleans Are So Important!

TO GET YOUR TEETH TRULY AND PROPERLY CLEAN

  1. No matter what home products you’re using or how thoroughly you brush and floss, bacterial deposits can build up in all sorts of hard-to-reach places (especially under your gums). This eventually hardens into tartar (which is more like concrete). You need special instruments (and trained expertise) to…

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What causes tooth pain?
Damon Jones Damon Jones

What causes tooth pain?

Tooth pain indicates a serious issue with the tooth. Having the affected area examined and treated quickly is key in the dental treatment process.

In simple terms, severe tooth pain is caused by damage to the nerve of the tooth. The nerve of the tooth becomes infected and an abscess occurs causing you pain and swelling.

Please be aware….

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Kids dental care is free!
Damon Jones Damon Jones

Kids dental care is free!

KIDS FREE DENTAL CARE

Your child is entitled to free dental care until they turn 18. You should enrol them on their first birthday so we can identify any problems early and correct them.

CALL US WE WILL HELP YOU WITH THE FORMS!

Your child's baby teeth save the space for adult teeth and are important for the proper growth of your child’s face and jaw. This is why….

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