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This is a part of dentistry that is often neglected. In many ways, it is the most important element of your dental treatment. The aim is to get you to clean your teeth and mind your diet in such a fashion as to prevent dental disease in the future.
Cleaning your teeth properly is actually very difficult. It is not possible to remove all plaque residues by simply brushing your teeth twice a day. It is important to floss your teeth regularly. In addition, numerous dental aids are available which help remove dental plaque in difficult to reach areas. These include; inter-dental brushes, inter-space brushes and various electronic aids such as rotary and sonic toothbrushes (which are proven to remove higher levels of plaque in certain situations), the water-pik, and various other gadgets.
Dental decay is caused by bacteria digesting sugar and turning it into acid. It is therefore important to limit one’s exposure to refined sugars and acids to prevent cavities from developing. This is especially important at an early age when long-lasting habits are picked up.
Most oral hygiene and dietary advice are given by our Dental Hygienist. It is specifically tailored to each individual and monitored and reassessed at regular intervals. We are aware that due to the pressures of a busy lifestyle it is not always possible to follow dental advice to the letter and offer ongoing support and assistance.
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Dental hygiene is the practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean to prevent dental problems, like cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath. Good oral hygiene is required for healing and regeneration of the oral tissues following a dental procedure.
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Dental implants are designed to replace one or more teeth. The implants are made of titanium, biocompatible material that is not rejected by the body. The implants hold up the natural bone, stabilising the jaw bone levels and minimise further bone loss. The implants are placed through a quick and minimally invasive procedure.
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Periodontology focuses on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting and investing structures of the teeth including the gums, cementum, periodontal membranes, and alveolar bone. Diseases affecting the rest of the body, known as systemic diseases, can weaken the supporting structures of the teeth.
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Cosmetic dentistry addresses aesthetic issues that can make you feel selfconscious like stained, chipped and gapped teeth. Cosmetic dental treatments can improve the colour, position, shape, size, alignment and overall smile appearance.
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Orthodontics corrects teeth and jaw alignment problems using devices such as braces, special fixed and removable appliances, fixed and removable space maintainers, and invisible aligners. If you have crowded teeth, spacing, an underbite, overbite, crossbite, openbite, or a misplaced midline, orthodontics could be for you.
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A denture is a removable appliance which is worn to replace lost or missing teeth. Two types of dentures are available, complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain.
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Your dentist can suggest various treatments to prevent potential problems and to restore damaged teeth. These treatments help restore the appearance, shape and function of your teeth, and can help prevent the build up of plaque acids on the enamel surface of teeth and are of value in the prevention of tooth decay.
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At Star Smiles we offer many dental procedures including gum lifts, tooth extractions, and other surgical procedures. We offer the latest laser dentistry that eliminates the need for stitches, minimises bleeding, and sterilises the area on-the-go to minimise the risk of infection.