No we haven’t made a mistake, you’ve read that correctly. Finding problems early means we can spot them before things escalate, and just like any health concern, this always offers the chance of a good outcome. We’d rather treat a small crack with a filling than discover it later when it has decayed the […]
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Nov
Nov
All parents want their children to have healthy cavity free teeth. We’re constantly asked about the best dental advice for their children’s dental health. At Riversdale Dental we want nothing more than to keep you informed and armed with the best information. One question we get often is when to start caring for your child’s […]
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Oct
Oct
Modern life is complex and fast-moving, which means it can be easy to overlook the basics, such as a visit to the dentist. Regular dental check-ups fall off the to do list for many people, but not getting your teeth checked can have profound consequences. If something in your mouth seems strange, it’s important you […]
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Sep
Sep
By now, you’ll no doubt be aware of the importance of taking good care of your teeth and gums. But deciding which toothpaste, toothbrush or mouthwash you should use to do that can prove daunting, given the vast array of choices out there. Enter the ADA’S Seal of Approval, which makes this decision-making considerably easier. […]
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Aug
Aug
Myth busters on brushing your teeth Here are some of our myth busters on tooth brushing, to help you protect your teeth. Baby teeth don’t matter They do. It’s really important to start encouraging your child to brush their teeth as soon as their first teeth come through. It’s never easy to get a child […]
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Jul
Jul
Nearly all of us will lose at least one tooth in our lifetime, whether from decay or through an accident. Depending on where the tooth was situated, we may choose to leave the gap instead of having a tooth replacement procedure. Although few of us will want to live with a gap in our front teeth […]
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Jun
Jun
With kids now back at school we wanted to make sure that any bad habits which developed during lockdown are changed as a more normal routine returns. Many of us have understandably let children graze on foods which are bad for their teeth over the last few months. It’s been difficult on them not seeing […]
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May
May
When international travel restrictions lift in the near future, some might be tempted by cheaper teeth implant offers overseas. Although we are still some way off ‘normality’, the signs are there that things are slowly starting to open up. Included in this, albeit cautiously, is international travel. Whilst most people considering this will be doing […]
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Apr
Apr
Cosmetic dentistry is a diverse field that covers a lot of different dental needs. Due to various reasons, teeth can become stained, crooked or change color. This branch of dentistry improves the appearance of teeth regardless of what caused the change. Whiter teeth One of the most common uses of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the color of […]
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Mar
Mar
If you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist, you’re not alone. Perhaps you’re scared the visit might hurt or you haven’t been in a while and not sure what the dentist will find. Whatever your reason, our dentists at Riversdale Dental will make sure your dental and your emotional health are […]