If you’re planning a tooth extraction, the last thing you might expect to discuss with your dentist is the contraception you take. However, if you’re on an oral contraceptive, this is a conversation you need to be having. Why?
Oestrogen and Extraction Bleeding
The oestrogen in oral contraceptives can affect the way your body deals with bleeding. Given that you’ll bleed after having a tooth extracted, the pill you take may affect your recovery time and the healing process.…
You may have experienced that slimy, sticky feeling on your teeth when you haven’t brushed them for a day or two, perhaps when you’ve been at a music festival or over a friend’s house and have been distracted from your daily brushing routine. This is plaque, a formation of bacteria that builds up on your teeth usually after eight hours, and can cause damage to the enamel because of it’s acidity. If it isn’t removed, then it can turn into tartar, a hardened yellowy substance that is a lot more difficult to remove and may require a trip to the dentist.…
If you have damaged or severely discoloured front teeth, chances are you are looking for ways to remedy their appearance. This is because, even though the primary function of your teeth is for mastication, they also play a pivotal role in the aesthetics of your smile. One of the cosmetic procedures that you could consider to fix these abnormalities are front teeth veneers. The following are some of the reasons why you should consider them as a viable dental treatment option.…
