Gental Dental Blogs

Brush up on your oral health with tips, advice and the best techniques for looking after your teeth and gums.

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11-10-2022

Do I Need Braces? 7 Signs You May Need Orthodontics

Dentists and orthodontists recommend orthodontics for many reasons. While there are some obvious signs a person might need braces, such ...

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21-09-2022

How to look after your child’s baby teeth

Many parents have questions about their child’s baby teeth, like when should they start seeing a dentist and what age ...

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26-08-2022

7 things you should know about Invisalign

Many people feel self-conscious about having crooked or misaligned teeth. While wearing orthodontics will realign your teeth, traditional braces made ...

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24-08-2022

How to Heal After Dental Implant Surgery

Here are some tips for post-surgery care and long-term maintenance to keep your dental implants healthy. Post-surgery care during the ...

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12-08-2022

What Causes Tooth Discolouration and Stains?

Tooth discolouration and stains on teeth are common and happen for various reasons. The good news is that many of ...

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08-08-2022

5 Types of Dental Fillings: Which Is Best?

A common misconception about dental fillings is that they are only used to fix cavities. Fillings have many uses, including ...

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03-08-2022

When Should I Book An Emergency Dental Appointment?

If you have a dental emergency and need to find an emergency dentist in Wellington, Lower Hutt or Upper Hutt, we can help! Sometimes ...

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11-07-2022

What to Expect From a Root Canal Treatment

Root canals might seem scary, but the procedure is necessary for preventing infected, decayed or injured teeth from further decay ...

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24-06-2022

How does sugar affect your teeth?

Even if you don’t eat a lot of sweets, it’s hard to avoid eating sugar altogether. Refined  sugar is found ...

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02-06-2022

Should I brush before or after breakfast?

Everybody knows that dentists recommend brushing your teeth for twice a day and that brushing should take two full minutes, ...

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23-05-2022

The top 3 dental concerns seniors should look out for

As we age, the risk of dental diseases increases. Our teeth, mouth and gums are put through a lot throughout ...

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16-05-2022

How to pack a lunch that promotes good oral health

Good oral health is important for everyone, but especially for children. If you are a parent, here are some ways ...