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26/08/2021

Dentaleh presents our interviews with dentists in Singapore. We'd like to introduce you to Dr Clara Gibson from Expat Dental. She is originally from Ireland where she qualified as a dentist from Trinity College Dublin with the highest exam results.

Do you want your questions asked in future interviews? Let us know! In the meantime, you can get to know Dr Clara a little bit in our informative talk with her at https://dentaleh.com/interviews/dr-clara-gibson

08/08/2021

A gummy smile is when an excess of gum tissue shows in the upper lip when you open your mouth. It covers part of the crowns, creating the illusion they are shorter. In the medical world, it is known as an excessive gingival display. It is estimated that between 10% and 30% of people around the world have this upper jaw condition. Even though it is common, it can make you feel self-conscious regardless.
The good news is there are various treatment options for it and we are about to reveal them in the paragraphs below. Keep reading to learn more. https://dentaleh.com/gummy-smile

A gummy smile is when an excess of gum tissue shows in the upper lip when you open your mouth. It covers part of the crowns, creating the illusion they are shorter. In the medical world, it is known as an excessive gingival display. It is estimated that between 10% and 30% of people around the world...

05/08/2021

What is dental surgery? What are the different types of surgery and which are the most commonly performed treatments in Singapore? Find out at https://dentaleh.com/types-dental-surgery

07/07/2021

It is estimated that at least 68% of adults have dental tartar or dental calculus. This post will break down what’s causing it, how to prevent it, and everything in between. A lot of people downplay the risk that tartar build-up poses on the teeth. But unless you stay on top of it, the hard deposits could cause serious long-term issues and even tooth loss. Let’s see what it is about.

It is estimated that at least 68% of adults have dental tartar or dental calculus 1. This post will break down what’s causing it, how to prevent it, and everything in between. A lot of people downplay the risk that tartar build-up poses on the teeth. But unless you stay on top of it, the hard depo...

05/06/2021

What is an Oral Dental Appliance for Sleep Apnea?
This is a term for a handful of custom-made appliances that help with chronic conditions like sleep apnea. They work in various ways but the goal is always to keep the upper airways open and unobstructed during sleep, which also has the benefit of snoring prevention. It is used until the sleep-disordered breathing goes away.

Sleep apnea is more than a nuisance to the person affected and his or her family. It is a sleep disorder that could cause a lot of health issues in the long run other than loud snoring. Some of the adverse effects include stroke, heart attack, arrhythmia, high blood pressure, and even death. Being a...

03/06/2021

Why is Good Oral Health Important?
Oral health is a many-sided topic that includes the health of teeth, gums and mucous membranes, as well as the ability to taste food, smell, speak and smile with confidence, without pain or discomfort. No matter how old you are, you should take proper care of your teeth and mouth. It is essential not only for your oral health but also for your overall health.

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Oral health is a many-sided topic that includes the health of teeth, gums and mucous membranes, as well as the ability to taste food, smell, speak and smile with confidence, without pain or discomfort. No matter how old you are, you should take proper care of your teeth and mouth. It is essential no...

23/03/2021

Invisible braces have flooded the market in Singapore. Offering a smile revolution, they are slowly replacing the inconvenient traditional teeth-straightening options, i.e. traditional braces. Until recently, patients knew that if they wanted to use invisible braces, Invisalign was the only way to make it happen.

Invisible braces have flooded the market in Singapore. Offering a smile revolution, they are slowly replacing the inconvenient traditional teeth-straightening options, i.e. traditional braces. Until recently, patients knew that if they wanted to use invisible braces, Invisalign was the only way to m...

20/03/2021

The Zenyum braces are then manufactured in multiple sets of aligners to cover the different stages of the journey so they match their owner’s teeth perfectly at all times. Patients have to wait around 4 weeks to get them. In order to work, they have to be worn 20-22 hours per day.
The good news is that they can be taken out before every meal. This is what makes them so conveniently different from traditional metal braces which - once attached to the teeth - can only be removed by the dentist in charge.

This blog post will take a look at Zenyum Singapore, an orthodontic treatment that aims to improve the aesthetics of one’s smile. Read on to find out how it works, what differentiates it from Invisalign aligners, and what limitations it has.

18/03/2021

What is the role of dentists in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is a medical condition that may have a dental solution. Dentists play a primary role in both the diagnosis of sleep disorders as well as the management of sleep apnea. The dental specialist is able to identify any nasal obstruction or resistance as well as airway size, stability and collapsibility and recommend appropriate treatments.

If you wake up feeling tired and fatigued every morning, if your loved one who sleeps next to you tells you are snoring and grinding your teeth during the middle of the night then you may have obstructive sleep apnoea. It is actually a very common condition and a lot of people have this problem with...

16/03/2021

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
It is one of the most common sleep disorders. This is when you stop breathing while sleeping because of an obstruction. This is often due to loosening muscles in the throat that block the upper airflow. As a response to this suffocation, the oxygen in the blood drops and excites the brain causing a short awakening. After that, the breathing is restored. You usually don't remember it and do not even realize it happened.

Do you often wake up feeling like you haven't slept? Do you all the time feel tired at work and you find it difficult to concentrate? And maybe your partner says you make a grinding or snoring sound during your sleep. If you are wondering why these unpleasant things happen and how you can deal with....

08/02/2021

What is and what causes gaps between teeth? How to fix them? How much does it cost? Find all the answers at https://dentaleh.com/gap-teeth

30/01/2021

Dental Crown Singapore - Types, Cost, Surgery, Process
What is a dental crown and how much does it cost? What types are the best dental crowns in Singapore and where to get the best treatment? Learn more by reading our full guide on

Modern dental crowns are a relatively inexpensive, esthetic, and almost universal way of teeth restoration. They not only help to restore chewing and speech functions but also improve the smile. A tooth is restored with a crown when it is badly damaged, devitalized, or broken as a result of trauma.....