Tooth sensitivity — also known as dentin hypersensitivity — affects the tooth or exposed root surfaces. This occurs when the enamel that protects our teeth gets thinner, or when gum recession occurs, exposing the underlying surface, the dentin, thus, reducing the protection the enamel and gums provide
Bad breath, medically called halitosis, can result from poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems. Bad breath can also be made worse by the types of foods you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits. Basically, all the food eaten begins to
Your smile is one of the first physical features that a person will notice; it is an important part in non-verbal communication. Smiles can show people that you are a welcoming and approachable person, creating a great first impression. However, damaged or stained teeth may discourage a
Teeth may become stained or discoloured over a long period time. This can be caused by the consumption of wine, cola drinks, coffee and tea, food with strong pigments and smoking or chewing of tobacco. Teeth whitening, or teeth bleaching can make discoloured teeth become pearly white
Inlays and onlays are types of restorations that are used when the damage to the tooth requires more than a filling but doesn’t necessarily require a crown. They can be used to replace a larger filling that is failing, such as metal amalgam, or to restore a
A dental implant is a titanium post which is placed in the jawbone and is used to support a crown, bridge or denture. The metal root acts as an anchor, making the implant just as strong as a real tooth. Dental implants have been in use for
Root canal therapy is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. In order to save the tooth, all the living tissue inside the tooth, including pulp and nerves, is removed and the resulting space is filled with special medicated dental materials.
Dental Care for Adults You don’t have to be a kid to be afraid of the dentist! Many adults experience dental anxiety, but fortunately at Teeth Health Life we know how to handle that. Our caring and compassionate staff will put you at ease and make sure
At Surrey Dental, we provide dental care for the whole family. No matter what stage of life you might find yourself at, caring for your teeth is still absolutely vital! Our expert staff will be happy to help you get the preventative care you need to keep
Tooth-Coloured Fillings At Teeth Health Life we can restore your teeth with composite, tooth-coloured fillings as a safer and more appealing solution to metal fillings. Amalgam material does not bond to the remaining tooth and may weaken it. It is also unaesthetic and not necessarily biocompatible. Composite