by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Aug 10, 2017 | Dental Article, General Dentistry
Smoking After Tooth Extraction A dental appointment for a tooth extraction can be stressful. For smokers, it is even more stressful because of the fact that they must refrain from ‘lighting up’ for a period of time following the oral surgery. Your dentist will review...
by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Jun 12, 2017 | Dental Article, General Dentistry
How Do Hygienists Clean Teeth? Dental care is vital in order to keep and maintain healthy teeth and gums. A dentist and dental hygienist work together to assist you with your oral hygiene requirements. Part of good hygiene includes regular visits to your dentist. This...
by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Apr 11, 2017 | Dental Article, General Dentistry
Does Getting A Tooth Pulled Hurt? There may be a time during a dental visit when your dentist will have no choice but to remove a tooth. While this may sound painful, the procedure is designed to prevent you from experiencing much, if any pain at all. However, in...
by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Mar 9, 2017 | Dental Article, General Dentistry
What To Expect When I Go To The Dentist? Okay, you have found a dentist you think you will like. Finding a dentist you are comfortable with is important, as you want to be calm and relaxed when you go to see one and especially if you haven’t had a dental visit in...
by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Feb 10, 2017 | Dental Article, Straighten Teeth & Invisalign
Why Are Invisalign Clear Braces So Popular? The popularity of Invisalign braces is partially explained by the name of the product. Invisalign is a shortened form of the term ‘invisible aligners’. In other words, your teeth are slowly moved into proper alignment...
by Dr Richard Oxenbould (dentist) | Jan 10, 2017 | Dental Article, General Dentistry
Flossing Your Teeth – Is It That Important? Proper dental hygiene goes far beyond just brushing. While most people brush at least twice a day, far fewer are in the habit of flossing their teeth. The reason why brushing alone is not completely effective in keeping your...
