Tooth Coloured Fillings

Children do not always describe dental discomfort in the same way adults do. A child may complain that food feels uncomfortable, avoid chewing on one side, become unusually irritable or simply stop ea...

Brushing every day is essential for keeping teeth clean, but it cannot remove every deposit that develops in the mouth. Plaque that remains undisturbed can harden into tartar, creating deposits that c...

A cavity begins with a small area of damage, but it can gradually remove part of the tooth's structure if the process continues. Once a portion of the tooth has been affected, the goal is no longe...

Losing a tooth changes more than the appearance of a smile. A missing tooth can create a gap that affects chewing, alter how neighbouring teeth meet, and gradually change the way the surrounding tissu...

Straightening teeth is no longer limited to one type of orthodontic appliance. Traditional braces have been used for decades, while clear aligners offer another approach for selected alignment concern...

Teeth do not always remain the same shade throughout life. Certain foods and drinks can leave stains, while natural ageing can gradually make teeth appear darker or less bright. Sometimes, what looks ...

A smile can be affected by several small details rather than one major dental problem. A tooth may look darker than the surrounding teeth, an edge may appear uneven, or minor spacing can make the smil...

A deep cavity does not always remain limited to the outer part of a tooth. When decay progresses through the enamel and dentin and reaches the pulp, the tissue inside the tooth can become inflamed or ...

A cavity rarely appears overnight. In many children, it develops gradually as bacteria interact with food particles and produce acids that weaken the tooth surface. Because early changes may not cause...

A loose baby tooth is usually a normal part of growing up. A badly damaged or infected tooth is a different matter. When a child has severe decay, an injury or a tooth that is interfering with normal ...