Category / Cosmetic Dentistry
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Myth Busting Teeth Filing for Veneers
If you have thought about having veneers, you may have heard that teeth need to be filed (or shaved down) as part of the treatment process. While this may sound scary, the process is anything but. With technical advances in dentistry, prosthodontists can achieve superior results with the lightest of touches. In this article we…
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6 Benefits of Veneers
You may have seen how porcelain veneers enhance the look of a person’s smile, but the benefits extend to more than aesthetics. Find out what veneers can mean for you. What are Veneers? Veneers are a thin casing of porcelain or composite resin that is bonded to the front of a tooth’s surface to improve…
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Dental Implants – Leave Them to a Specialist
There are probably multiple providers of dental implants in your local area. Some dentists and specialists promote dental implants as one of their services, but it doesn’t mean you should use them before doing a little homework. Qualifications and Experience A prosthodontist is a specialist in complex dental and facial issues including the replacement of…
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Which Type of Denture is Right for Me?
You may not realise that there’s more than one type of denture to choose from. The denture that most suits one person may be different for the next person. Here we explain the different types of dentures and how you can make the right decision. All types of dentures and dental prosthetics have their advantages…
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Why You Should Replace That Tooth
It’s common to lose the odd adult tooth. Many people feel it’s a normal part of getting older. Some act straight away to replace the tooth while others aren’t bothered by the appearance of the missing tooth and assume that because they have plenty of other teeth it won’t impact on function that much. But…
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Seven Ways to Make your Teeth Whiter
No one wants yellow teeth. Stained teeth can reduce self-confidence and can make person look older as it’s a common sign of aging. It is possible to prevent and rectify yellowed teeth. #1 Reduce Consumption of Staining Foods and Drinks Prevention is better than cure as the saying goes. There are foods and drinks that…
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Debunking the Myths of Dental Prosthetics
Like most industries, people make assumptions about dental prosthetics. The industry has undergone major change in recent years due to technological changes. Here we debunk some of the myths and provide you with the facts. Myth #1 – Prosthetics are Unreliable With proper aftercare, dental prosthetics can look attractive for a long life. Lifestyle factors…
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How You Benefit From Our In-House Technician
Not many prosthodontists in Australia can say they have a technician in the same building preparing their patients dental prosthetics. But for us at the Western Prosthodontic Centre, it was important that we invested in the staff and equipment so that our laboratory was in the same building. The Problem with Overseas Labs More dentists…
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What’s the Difference Between Cosmetic Dentistry and General Dentistry?
We all know what a general dentist does. You’ve probably been seeing a dentist since you were a child for check-ups, x-rays, and the odd filling. But you may not be as familiar with cosmetic dentistry as it’s relatively new. Advances in technology have made it possible to greatly enhance the appearance of a smile. …
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Are Dental Bridges Still Relevant Today?
Many patients say they have heard little about bridges in the last ten years. Some tell us their parent had one, and they assumed bridges are no longer fitted. While there are other alternatives to dental bridges that weren’t always available, we have not relegated dental bridges to the history books. A bridge is still…
