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What Is the Cost of Orthodontic Treatment
This is one of the most common questions we had asked, how much will it cost to straighten my teeth. Unfortunately the answer is that it depends, however I will try to give some guidelines to give people an idea of how much orthodontic treatment costs. At Plaza Dental...
What Is the Cost of Dental Implant ?
Dental implants are the current state-of-the-art for replacing a missing tooth or missing teeth. They have the advantage that they do not rely on your gums or any of your other teeth for support. Instead, they are anchored in your bone like a natural tooth and are...
What Is the Cost of Dental Crown ?
Dental crowns are often recommended for people who have one or more of the following issues with a tooth.Heavily filledCracks in the toothBack tooth which has had a root canalBadly discolouredBrokenSevere WearCrowns are made outside of the mouth and then cemented or...
What Is All-on-4?
We are often asked what the All-on-4 treatment involves, and whether or not people might be suitable. In this blog, we are going to look at All-on-4, how it works, who it is for and what you need to do to look after it in the long-term.What is All-on-4 and how does it...
What Happens to Untreated Wisdom Tooth?
There is one of three things that tend to happen with wisdom teeth.Firstly, they come all the way through, so you can get to them well and keep everything clean. They work just like any other tooth in your mouth.Secondly, they remain completely submerged underneath...
What Can Dental Veneers Fix?
How can dental veneers fix my teeth, or should I get veneers, are very common questions we get asked here at Plaza Dental Mackay. Dental veneers can be a great option to enhance people's smiles in many situations. It is however not a magic bullet which will solve...
Should I Go To The Dentist When I’m Pregnant?
Yes. Congratulations! You are expecting! Oral health is critical during the next 9 months to ensure both yourself and your baby are at optimum health. For those of you who would like to understand more, here are a number of reasons why you should go to the dentist...
I Already Had Braces, Can I Have It Again?
The short answer is yes. Many people come and see us because the teeth have moved after their orthodontic treatment, usually because they have stopped wearing retainers. They asked what they can do, and the answer is that the only thing that will make their teeth...
What Are The Pros and Cons of Braces Vs Invisalign?
I am often asked whether Braces or Invisalign are better. Conventional braces and clear aligners (brands such as Invisalign, Sure-Smile and Clear-Correct) are the 2 main methods of straightening peoples teeth. Both options can give a good result, however both have...