Sleep apnoea occurs when the walls of the throat come together during sleep, blocking off the upper airway & stopping breathing for a period of time. It generally lasts for a few seconds or up to one minute, until the brain registers the lack of breathing or drop in oxygen levels and sends a small…
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Teeth Grinding (bruxism)
Teeth grinding (known technically as bruxism) is involuntary clenching, grinding and gnashing of the teeth, which generally occurs in one’s sleep. It’s estimated that around 1 in 2 people experience bruxism, and around five percent are habitual and forceful tooth grinders.Most people don’t realise they are grinding their teeth when they are sleeping, so the…
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DENTURESFull dentures replace all the teeth and are made out of acrylic. Partial dentures are made out of either acrylic or metal and are designed to replace only a few teeth. Partial dentures constructed of metal are more comfortable and stronger than acrylic partial dentures.How are they done?A few appointments are necessary in the construction…
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Cosmetic dentistry is the use of tooth coloured filling material and in particular dental porcelain to improve the appearance of your smile. It may involve tooth coloured fillings, veneers, inlays, crowns, bridges and implants. Additional procedures such as crown lengthening and orthodontics can also assist in achieving a desirable result.How is it done?After finding out…
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Miss Universe Australia Victoria State Finalists 2023 Cosmetic Dentistry- Teeth Whitening If your teeth are stained, or you think your smile could do with some extra sparkle, a simple teeth whitening procedure could be just what you’re after. Teeth whitening is one of the most commonly sought-after dental procedures, and it is both a completely…
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Do you sometimes feel nervous about your dental appointment? We understand that not everyone enjoys a trip to the dentist. For some patients, it can be a scary and anxious experience.At Dendy Village Dental we pride ourselves on customer service. Our staff including dentists, nurses and receptionists are all very compassionate, caring and friendly. We…
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