Extra Tooth in a Child: When to Check and What Dentists Do
An extra tooth in a child may delay eruption or need only monitoring. Learn when to book an assessment and how dentists decide what to do.
How to Clean Clear Aligners Without Damaging Them
Learn how to clean clear aligners gently, what to avoid, and when to ask your orthodontist about fit, odour or staining.
When Can You Brush Teeth After Vomiting? What to Do First
After vomiting, rinse your mouth with water and wait before brushing. Learn why stomach acid affects enamel, when to brush, and when to seek dental or medical advice.
Temporary Filling After Root Canal: Care and What to Do if It Falls Out
A temporary filling protects a tooth between root canal visits or before final restoration. Learn how to care for it, what to avoid, and when to call your dentist.
Are Cough Drops Bad for Teeth? Sugar, Acids and Safer Choices
Are cough drops bad for teeth? Learn how sugar and acidity affect decay and enamel, and how to choose and use lozenges more safely.
Bone Graft After Tooth Extraction: Why It’s Done and Recovery
A bone graft after tooth extraction may preserve the jaw ridge for future tooth replacement. Learn when it helps, what happens, and how to care for the site.
Does Chewing Ice Damage Teeth? Risks and What to Do
Does chewing ice damage teeth? Learn how hard ice can chip or crack teeth, what symptoms need a dental check, and why a persistent ice craving merits medical advice.
Can a Chipped Veneer Be Repaired? What to Do Next
A chipped veneer may be smoothed, repaired, rebonded, or replaced depending on the damage. Learn safe next steps and when to have the underlying tooth checked.
Denture Sore Spots After Fitting: What Helps and When to Call
Denture sore spots after fitting can signal a pressure point. Learn what helps, why professional adjustments matter, and when a persistent mouth sore needs assessment.
How to Protect Teeth From Acid Reflux
Acid reflux can expose enamel to stomach acid. Learn what to do after an episode, how to protect your teeth, and when to see a dentist or doctor.