What to look for? Colour difference Texture change Lesions Lumps To perform an oral cancer self-check, you will need: A bright light, gauze or washcloth and a mirror. Examine the floor of your mouth, roof of your mouth, cheeks, lips, tongue and back of throat. Make sure you examine the tongue and floor of [...]
During this time Jane has been an integral part of the success of our practice. We are sure all of you know Jane's warm voice and friendly smile. Jane, we thank you every day!
Regularly seeing a dental hygienist is necessary to maintain a healthy mouth. Brushing and flossing daily is not enough to reach the hidden areas where tartar, calculus and plaque can build up. A dental hygienist uses special instruments to clean your teeth, remove tartar and plaque, and help prevent gum disease. This includes preventing tooth [...]
Smile for life 1. Brush 2x daily with fluoride toothpaste 2. Cut down on sugary foods and drinks between meals 3. Chew a sugar free gum after meals Have a great weekend everyone!
Approximately 80% of New Zealanders over the age of 15 have some form of gum disease. It is important to know the signs and act early to reduce any effects on your overall health. Plaque build-up causes gingivitis. When you have gingivitis, your gums become red, swollen and bleed easily. The early stages of gum [...]
Here's 4 helpful tips in caring for your children's teeth: 1. Supervise your children's brushing twice daily 2. Limit in between meal snacks 3. To help prevent decay ask about "Fissure Sealants" 4. Limit fruit juice - these often contain a lot of sugar
Joining us late last year, Morgan's got quite a following already. "She's the gentlest clean I've ever had. I'm sure I nodded off." Have you had your teeth cleaned lately? Call us on 478 5233 or email reception@wmdental.co.nz to book.
We are delighted to introduce Dr Greg Chiu and Dr Domonique Joe who will be joining Dr Phil Martin. Following an extended OE in the U.K they have just returned home with their young family. Both are highly experienced general dentists. We all look forward to helping you maintain or improve your smile. Do check [...]
Eating lots of sugary snacks is worse than eating one sugar-filled meal. Some fruit smoothies can be more harmful to your teeth than others - kiwifruit, apple and lime produces more dental erosion than those containing strawberry and banana. We recommend brushing morning and night. The night time clean is the most important to remove all the food [...]
