Are you suffering from a parched or dry feeling in your mouth? Dry mouth syndrome, also known as xerostomia, is a condition that can become quite severe. But a reduced or absent flow of saliva is often the symptom of an underlying medical problem. Here is what you need to know! Your saliva is a vital part of your oral health. It’s made of 98 per cent water, the rest is composed of proteins and minerals that help to protect your tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay.  10 percent of the general population have dry mouth syndrome The Protectiv...

Have you ever found yourself grinding and clenching your teeth? It doesn’t usually cause harm, but when it happens on a regular basis, it can place excessive pressure on your teeth, gums and jaws, wear down your teeth and potentially affect your eligibility for All-on-4® and dental implant treatments. Here is everything you need to know about Bruxism and All-on-4®! When grinding your teeth during the night, your teeth are exposed to a lot of pressure, causing a range of oral health complications and even changing the appearance of your face...

After a rather challenging year, it is time to make your oral health a priority again. You might not have been able to see your dentist for routine check-ups during quarantine, but luckily there are lots of ways you can look after your dental health every day. Here are some of the dental products recommended by Next Smile™ dentists to keep your smile healthy and beautiful for years to come. With COVID-19 restrictions in place, a lot of people have been unable to get the medical care they require. That includes regular dental checkups and appo...

The holidays are for overindulging and enjoying time with your loved ones. Chocolates, nuts and mince pies – on Christmas you don’t want to think about all the limitations you have when it comes to enjoying the foods you love. With All-on-4® and dental implants, you won’t have to worry about a thing and can eat and drink just like you did with your natural teeth. Dentures Frequently Limit Your Food Choices Many people choose to start with dentures. And whilst dentures can be a good solution depending on the location of the missing te...

One of the main reasons for patients to choose All-on-4® with dental implants over alternative methods of teeth replacements is how easy to clean and maintain they are. Due to the clever design of the All-on-4® bridges which only use four implants, they are very easy to clean and offer a simple cleaning regime for recipients of All-on-4® restorative treatments designed by Dr Paulo Malo.  If you are amongst the rapidly growing number of people with one or two prostheses anchored on only four implants, the following dental hygiene protocol wi...