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.
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.
Those suffering from sleep apnea can experience a number of negative health effects which is why treatment is essential. Here we look at dental appliances to help treat obstructive sleep apnea.
As you near the end of your Invisalign orthodontic treatment, you'll probably begin wondering what happens next. Here’s a little from our Surrey dentist on what to expect once your Invisalign treatment is complete!
Whitening your teeth can significantly improve your smile with relatively little effort, but it's important to note that 'less is more' when it comes to teeth whitening! Here, our Surrey dentist explains why 'less is more' when it comes to teeth whitening.
As with adults, dental sedation is a very safe procedure for children. Here, our Surrey dentists explain a little about how dental sedation for children works, and some tips on how parents can make the process go more smoothly.
Dentures can restore your smile and your confidence, but adjusting to wearing dentures will take some time. Here are a few tips to help you adjust to your new teeth.
Yes, the teeth whitening strips you can buy at the store do work, but they’re not the most effective way to whiten teeth. Here’s a little from our Surrey dentist about how white strips work, how to use them safely, and what you should know before you try them.
Obstructive sleep apnea, also known as OSA, causes disruptions in breathing during sleep. Here’s a little from our Surrey dentist on how the obstructive sleep apnea cycle works.
When you first get dentures you may find that talking isn’t quite as easy with your new dental appliance in your mouth. Here are a few tips on how to get better at speaking while wearing your dentures.
Are you wondering if you should invest in teeth whitening? Here are some tips from our Surrey dentists on how to tell if professional teeth whitening would be right for you.
When someone suffers from sleep apnea they experience frequent pauses in their breathing during sleep. Here are a few of the reasons people experience sleep apnea.
It's important that your dentures fit securely on your gums. However, under certain circumstances they can become loose and stop fitting as well as they did when you first got them.
Typically, the dental implant process happens in multiple steps, meaning that several healing stages may be needed. Other factors that will affect your healing time include how many teeth you're having replaced, and your overall health.
Sleep apnea is much more serious than just snoring. If sleep apnea is left untreated it could lead to a wide range of serious health issues!
Flossing is important for your oral health! If you'd like to do a better job flossing, here are some tips to help you along.
You can probably guess that an implant-supported denture is supported by, and attached to, a dental implant. Here's a little about how implant-supported dentures work.