By Cindi HoIt is natural for parents to want to look after their child’s health. From regular visits to the pediatrician for growth monitoring to keeping up to date with vaccination schedules, parents invest time and effort to ensure that their child grows up healthy and happy. However, when it comes to oral health, it…
Read more »The wisdom teeth or the third molars are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth, appearing usually when a person is between 17 and 24 years old. While some people have no problems with their wisdom teeth, there are many who will experience discomfort from these teeth. In many such cases, the removal of…
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By Darrell OngFrom losing weight to supplementing our daily vitamin C requirements, consuming lemon water related beverages have fast become a daily staple for many Singaporeans. It is not surprising, considering the ease of making lemon water and the ample health benefits it provides. But did you know – it’s not all sunshine and rainbows when it…
Read more »There’s nothing more attractive than a perfectly straight and healthy-looking smile. But while we all start our lives with a healthy set of pearly whites, sometimes time and circumstance can rob our smile of its lustre. We may lose teeth as a result of accident, injury or trauma or simply due to an extraction as…
Read more »So recently I had the pleasure of meeting a new patient in our practice who wished to have his braces removed. This is not a request we receive often, in fact it is quite rare. Most orthodontists or dentists who provide dental braces often remove them at the end of the treatment and place the…
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By Audrey LowEveryone wants to know the secret to whiter teeth. We have pride in our smiles, and our self-confidence can suffer when we no longer feel like we’re able to smile as openly as we once did. Discoloration can come in many forms from many sources. That cup of coffee you enjoy in the morning or…
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By Rachel YapWhat is tooth decay? Tooth decay results in cavities (holes) in our teeth. It is an infectious disease and is also one of the most common health disorders in the world. The good news is that it can be prevented and if detected early, it can be treated and controlled. How does tooth decay happen?…
Read more »A smile is the prettiest thing you can wear. Indeed, everyone loves a beautiful smile. In fact, latest studies show that people with straighter teeth are more likely to be happier, more likely to land a job, and more likely to be successful. With the advancement of dental technology, new and improved ways have been…
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By Kelvin ChuaHave you tried googling how often should you visit the dentist? The answer on Google varies. The most common answer is that you should visit your dentist every 6 months. Many dentists would admit 6 months was not a number postulated from clinical studies or researches but one of historical convenience. 6 monthly dental check…
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By Angela KhooAt de Pacific Dental, we don’t just believe in straightening your teeth – we believe in keeping your teeth straight for life! When most people think of orthodontics, they tend to only consider the time that they’re actively straightening their teeth with Invisalign or braces. Many patients don’t know that retention—that is, keeping your teeth…
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