What Causes Chalky Teeth aka Hypomineralisation?

What Causes Chalky Teeth aka Hypomineralisation? What Causes Chalky Teeth aka Hypomineralisation is a developmental condition that affects teeth as they are forming during the last trimester of pregnancy and the first four years of life. Enamel on these teeth has...

Smoking and Dental Health – How Does Smoking Affect Your Teeth?

Find out more in detail about smoking and dental health here with us at Plainland Dental. Smoking…..we have all heard about the terrible effects it has on our lungs. However, smoking also has many negative effects in the mouth. It is also one of the leading...

Baby Teeth (Deciduous or Primary Teeth) – When Do They Fall Out?

Baby teeth are also referred to as the deciduous or primary teeth. Although deciduous teeth eventually exfoliate, they do play a very important role in development. Healthy deciduous teeth are important for: Straighter smiles Ideally deciduous teeth should be there...

What is Gum Disease (Periodontitis) and How Can It Be Treated?

How important really are my gums?  Everyone knows that a house or building needs a strong foundation to support it; a well-built house can still have a weak foundation which could compromise the integrity of the entire structure. Your gums form the foundation for your...

How Often Should I Floss My Teeth A Day?

Brushing our teeth twice a day…..surely it is enough to keep the teeth clean right? How often should I floss my teeth a day? Is flossing as important as brushing your teeth? This is certainly a good question and is asked frequently. Tooth brushing is very important....