Are you not comfortable showing your smile? Do you have crooked teeth and not comfortable having metal braces? Did you wish there was another alternative? In our world, technology has changed everything. Fifty years ago, no one would have thought that we would
It is hard to believe that 2016 is nearly over… What a fantastic year it has been! 2016 we have celebrated Bryan’s 25th year at Duncraig Dental Care. It’s hard to believe that when Bryan took over the practice back in 1991 he was
Wisdom teeth – to remove or not to remove…That is the question! Have you been told before that you need your wisdom teeth removed even though you didn’t have any pain? Did someone tell you that they needed their wisdom teeth removed because it will
You may hear your dentist or hygienist talk a lot about periodontal disease (gum disease). It’s the reason why they ask you how often you brush and floss your teeth, come in for professional cleaning on a regular basis. So why are we so passionate about
So you may have been told that you need to have a tooth removed – this may be due to periodontal disease (gum disease), deep decay or a cracked tooth. Whatever the reason, you need to make a decision of what to
TMJ Dysfunction (TMD) – What is it? Temporomandibular joint dysfunction describes the pain and dysfunction of the muscles that move the jaw and the joints connecting the jaw to the skull. Most people experience pain and some restricted movement of the jaw. Although TMD is
We get questions relating to private health insurance/health funds every day. Here are our answers to the 3 most commonly asked questions… How much will my Health fund cover? This is a very difficult question for us to answer. I recently read an article
Overcoming your Fears – Tips for visiting Duncraig Dental Care Dental phobia has stopped many people from visiting the dentist. Dental fear in adults Many people fear visiting a dentist due to a previously negative dental experience. Other people might be afraid of the pain
We often have parent’s ask us questions about introducing their child to the dentist. When should they bring their child for their first dental visit, what is involved in the visit and How do I best prepare my child for the visit? When to bring
Dental Myth 1 – You cannot brush your teeth too much Fiction Excessive brushing or excessive force when brushing can be just as bad as not brushing at all. Extended periods of excessive brushing can wear down the enamel on your teeth and damage your
