Caries

Patient Education

• Preventing Tooth Decay

  Preventing Tooth Decay for a Healthy Smile. What you should know and what you can do.

• Colgate Duraphat 2800ppm Toothpaste Q+A

  Why do I need Colgate Duraphat 2800? Your dental professional has decided that you would benefit from using toothpaste containing a higher level of fluoride than ordinary toothpaste.

• Colgate Duraphat 5000ppm Toothpaste Q+A

  Why do I need Colgate Duraphat 5000? Your dental professional has decided that you would benefit from using toothpaste containing a higher level of fluoride than ordinary toothpaste.

• Tartar

  What is tartar? Tartar, sometimes called calculus, is dental plaque which has hardened on the surface of the teeth and gums. Tartar gives plaque more surface area on which to grow and a much stickier surface to stick to, leading to an increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Tartar can also form at and underneath the gum line and can irritate gum tissues.

• What Is Plaque?

  Plaque is a sticky, colourless film of bacteria which constantly forms on teeth. It is a major cause of gum disease and tooth decay and can harden into tartar if not removed daily.

• What Is Plaque?

  Plaque is a sticky, colourless film of bacteria which constantly forms on teeth. It is a major cause of gum disease and tooth decay and can harden into tartar if not removed daily.