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I am pregnant and my gums bleed every time I brush. Is there anything I should be doing?

There is no need to be concerned at this increased tendency for your gums to bleed when you are pregnant.

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I had a wisdom tooth extracted yesterday. It is still bleeding and clotting. Is this normal?

Apply a mouth pack (available from your local pharmacy) to the wound and bite on it for a half hour…

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My 3 year old son fell and banged his mouth and his front tooth has turned grey. Will he lose the tooth? Will it affect his permanent teeth?

There is no need to worry; your son will probably lose his front baby tooth at around six years of…

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My nine year old daughter has yellow stains and discolouration on some of her teeth, especially her top two. Is there anything I can do?

If you can, try to find out from your dentist what is the cause of your daughter’s tooth discoloration. If…

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The First Toothbrush?

Current thinking is that the first people to use a toothbrush were the Hindus of India, who used the end…

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Summertime & Sports Drinks Can Take a Toll on Teeth

People who are just trying to stay cool during the summer months or are active in summer sports are consuming…

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Can tooth whitening damage tooth enamel?

Is it suitable if teeth have already received white fillings? Tooth whitening treatments, if performed according to manufacturer’s instructions, do…

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Women’s Oral Health

Factors to Keep Your Smile Healthy for Life Can women’s oral health be affected by the changes in hormone levels?…

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Piercing: A Fad With Real Risks to Dental Health

Don’t be tongue-tied if you think you want it pierced. Ask questions and know the risks before you (or your…

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