Read the Guildford Dental Blog for tips and advice on dentistry and information from our dentists about dental treatment options at our Surrey Dental office.
If you're considering dentures, you might first picture older patients who are seeking appropriate options to replace missing teeth. But do you need to be a certain age to have these tooth replacements? Our Surrey dentists explain who makes a good candidate.
Sometimes, our Surrey dentists will use a dental crown to restore the appearance and functionality of a damaged tooth. But were you aware that not all damaged teeth need a crown? In this post, we explain how we find out whether a crown might be your best option.
Invisalign custom clear aligners have been chosen by a few celebrities when straightening their teeth or undergoing orthodontic treatment since the clear custom aligners can be difficult to spot. Today, our Surrey dentists list celebrities who have chosen Invisalign.
Before you whiten your teeth, your dentist has to check your teeth to see if they are healthy enough for this cosmetic procedure. Our Surrey dental team lists the criteria we use to evaluate whether teeth whitening is an option for you.
Are you scheduled to have treatment with the help of dental sedation? There are a few things you should know to prepare for your appointment. Our Surrey dental team shares some guidelines on what to do leading up to your next dental sedation appointment.
Has your dentist recommended dental implants? If you lack healthy bone to support implants, you may need a bone graft before implants can be placed. Our dental team at Guildford Dental in Surrey explains the process.
Our Surrey dentists are sometimes asked why patients should floss if they’re brushing their teeth thoroughly twice a day. Here’s why you should take a few more minutes to check flossing off your task list when it comes to your at-home oral care routine.
While snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, not all people who snore have sleep apnea. Also, not all sleep apnea patients snore. Our Surrey dentists offer some insights into sleep apnea and snoring.
In today’s post, our Surrey dentists share 3 easy ways you can improve your toothbrushing habits and boost your oral hygiene, based on some of the most common mistakes many patients can make with this daily task.
Dental implants can be the ideal way to replace missing teeth but they aren't the best tooth replacement option for everyone. So how do you know if dental implants are right for you? Today our dentists explain...
If you're an adult with healthy teeth and gums, looking to straighten your smile, Invisalign may be the ideal for you! Today our dentists at Guildford Dental in Surrey share how Invisalign can be a low-profile way for you to achieve a straighter smile.
Ouch! Suddenly you have a pain in one of your teeth. Our Surrey dentists know that even when patients try hard to keep their teeth and gums healthy, cavities can strike. But how do you know if you have a cavity?
Our dentists at Guildford Dental in Surrey use dental implants to restore a natural appearance and function to many of our patient's smiles. If you are considering dental implants to replace your missing teeth, here is a little about what dental implants are and how the implant process works.
Our dentists at Guildford Dental in Surrey offer Invisalign to help patients achieve straighter, healthier smiles. If you are considering Invisalign to straighten your teeth or correct bite issues, you may be wondering if Invisalign's clear aligners hurt.
As we age there are a number of oral health issues that can arise which aren't typically seen in younger people. In today's blog, our Surrey dentists share some of the oral health conditions that you should be aware of as you get older.
The majority of our Surrey patients find that local anesthetic is sufficient to prevent pain during routine dental procedures. Nonetheless, some patients need additional help to get them through the essential treatment they need. That's where dental sedation can help.
To keep your Invisalign aligners free from bacteria and practically invisible when worn, it's important to clean the aligners properly. Here are a few tips from our Surrey dentists on how best to clean and care for your Invisalign aligners.
Professional teeth whitening can remove stains, brighten your smile and boost your self-confidence. Here, our dentists explain how the professional teeth whitening process works here at Guildford Dental in Surrey.
At Guildford Dental, our dentists understand that for some people, visiting the dentist can be very stressful. If you suffer from dental anxiety, oral conscious sedation may help you to relax and receive the dental treatment you need in a stress-free manner.
Invisalign orthodontic treatment can straighten your teeth, and correct bite issues, without the wires and brackets that come with metal braces. Here's more from our Surrey dentists on how the Invisalign treatment process works, from start to straight new smile.
Concerned parents often ask our Surrey dentists why their child's teeth look yellow or discoloured, and whether teeth whitening could help to address the apparent discolouration? At Guildford Dental we advise against teeth whitening for children and young teens. Here's why...
Our Surrey dentists want you to receive the dental treatment you need and deserve. If you suffer from dental anxiety or heightened oral sensitivity, dental sedation may be beneficial for you.
Dentures have been used to replace missing teeth for centuries. Thankfully, today's dentures are a far cry from those used in the past. Here, our Surrey dentist tells you a bit about the history of dentures and what dentures are made of today.
You may be considering whitening your teeth to brighten your smile, but remember not all whitening methods give the same results. Here's more from our Surrey dentist on the differences between at-home and professional whitening treatments.
People living with sleep apnea often experience difficulties in coping with day to day challenges, due to the effects of poor sleep quality. Our Surrey dentists share some strategies for living well with sleep apnea.
Getting used to new dentures takes time, and eating with your new dentures is going to take a little patience and practice. It's best to stick to soft foods while you adjust to your new teeth. Here's few of our favourite soft food suggestions to help you along.
If you want to whiten your teeth and brighten your smile, you may be wondering if whitening toothpastes will work for you.
For severe sleep apnea the best treatment is typically C.P.A.P (continuous positive airway pressure). If you suffer from mild to moderate sleep apnea however, there are a few other treatment options you could try.
Dentures replace missing teeth, restoring your confidence as well as the function and appearance of your smile. To get the most out of your dentures it's important to take proper care of them. Here's more on how to care for your dentures.
When replacing a number of missing teeth, both dental bridges and dental implants are natural looking options. However, each of these options has it's pros and cons. Here's more about dental bridges and implants from our Surrey dentist.