Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "The Nightly Grind"ByDr. Emma 09 November 2012With people putting themselves under more and more stress, teeth grinding - or "bruxism" - is becoming an increasing problem. Here's a few things you can monitor for, so if your dentist suspects bruxism, you'll be a bit more clued in...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Reflux and Dental Erosion"ByDr. Emma 26 October 2012Did you know that indigestion and acid reflux can have serious consequences for your teeth? In this article, Dr Emma explains what to look out for and what action to take...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Specialists"ByDr. Emma 19 October 2012Dr Emma answers a member's question about the different types of dental specialists, including endodontic and periodontic...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "A Smoker's Mouth"ByDr. Emma 12 October 2012A lot of people don't realise that smoking can lead to tooth loss. In fact, there are lots of effects smoking has on the mouth - and none of them are good. In this article, Dr Emma explains both the short and long term implications of smoking in regard to oral health...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Dodgy Dentists"ByDr. Emma 05 October 2012When it comes to choosing a dentist, there's a lot to consider. Who should you see, who can you trust? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explores the decision making process for selecting a dentist, and also explains why some dentists may charge more than others for the same service.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Fashionable Teeth"ByDr. Emma 28 September 2012We all want perfectly straight, white teeth, right? It's easy to forget that this is probably just the style of the moment. In this article, Dr Emma discovers that throughout history, perceptions of beauty and perfection are many and varied when it comes to teeth....Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Wisdom Teeth Worries"ByDr. Emma 21 September 2012Having your wisdom teeth removed is a common fear, but it's even scarier when you're told that part of your jawbone will need to be removed as well. In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains the process of wisdom tooth removal and helps to put a reader's mind at ease.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Dam Fine Dentistry"ByDr. Emma 14 September 2012In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the origins of a rubber "dental dam" and why it's beneficial to both dentist and patient...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Brushing Baby Teeth"ByDr. Emma 07 September 2012If you're a parent, you've no doubt wondered at some point about the "right time" to start brushing your baby's teeth. In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains the importance of brushing from an early age...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Adult Orthodontics"ByDr. Emma 31 August 2012If you've always thought that braces were only for teenagers, think again. The world of orthodontics has a lot to offer adults who desire straighter teeth - just look at Tom Cruise! In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the benefits of adult orthodontics and the different types available...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Bleeding Gums"ByDr. Emma 24 August 2012In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a reader's question about the causes of bleeding gums...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Halitosis Hell"ByDr. Emma 17 August 2012Halitosis can be a serious problem. Nobody wants to be that person with bad breath. If you're unsure if it's a problem you have, ask an honest, tactful friend. Is it a problem you just have to live with? Definitely not. Is a dentist the right person to see for help? As a starting point, yes...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments