Denture Care in Aged Care Facilities A recent online article by health care academics on The Conversation, reported the shocking state of oral health in aged care facilities with residents having up to three times the risk of untreated tooth decay than people in the wider community. The authors note this is not something new: “In […]
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What Are Chrome Dentures? Chrome dentures, sometimes called metal dentures, are made from an alloy of cobalt, chrome, and chromium cast into a framework or base, supporting acrylic gums and teeth. Commonly, the first option people consider when they need a partial denture is an all acrylic partial denture. That is, a gum coloured acrylic […]
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Knowing what to expect when getting a denture, helps alleviate any concerns you may have. Be reassured: never before has dental technology been so good, nor the expertise so advanced. You will join the millions of people who have successfully adapted to life with dentures. The Procedure The removal of teeth is often a precursor […]
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How having no teeth affects your health and well-being Most of us expect at some point in our lives, to need dentures. It may be just one or two teeth if we’re lucky, but for others, it may mean whole dentures – that is both upper and lower sets, or just one or the other. […]
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Every denture wearer is made aware by their prosthetist that a healthy mouth depends on good hygiene practice when it comes to dentures. But a healthy mouth isn’t all that’s at stake. Moreover, a healthy mouth doesn’t mean a sterile one. There’s a lot been said lately about the human gut microbiome and its importance […]
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Have you ever looked in the mirror and been disappointed that your smile isn’t quite as sparkling bright as it used to be? Judging by the amount of advice offered on the internet, you’re not the only one. But wouldn’t you rather have the advice of someone who’s been making and fitting dentures for over […]
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Why denture choices must be made on an individual needs basis Imagine this: you walk into a huge fashion store. You can buy anything you want; the choices are limitless. But despite the vast selection on offer, not everything you try on suits you. Well, the same applies to your dentures. It may not be […]
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Who would have thought the Ezifit Denture was such an easy solution to my problem of a missing tooth? Having a full set of natural teeth has always been really important to me, so you can imagine how upset I was to become a “gap-toother”. I discussed options with my dentist and turned to the […]
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The importance of teeth to self esteem Did you know that ill-fitting dentures– or worse, no teeth at all–can have far greater implications than restrictions on what you can or can’t eat? At Northern Rivers Denture Clinic, we witness every day, the link between having good teeth and positive self esteem. Like it or not, […]
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