Helpful Tips
What to Expect for a Comprehensive New Patient Exam
Great! You have made an appointment for a new patient exam at McKeefry Dental. Thanks for choosing us to provide your dental needs. Below is some information about what to expect during your appointment. Before your appointment It is useful for us to have your previous dental records as that way we can understand any…
Read MoreGum Disease: It Doesn’t Just Affect Your Mouth
Gum/Periodontal disease is a concern when it comes to your mouth but do you know it can have an impact on other parts of your body as well? Below is some information on parts of the body that can be affected. Alzheimer’s Disease Porphyromanas gingivalis is one of the main bacteria which cause periodontal (gum)…
Read MoreDigital Dentistry
So many aspects of our lives have turned digital that we almost take it for granted. Our clocks, watches, cameras, computers and TVs are all examples of how digitisation has changed our day-to-day living. It makes sense that digital technology has affected dentistry, too. Some parts of digital dentistry have been around for a long…
Read MoreTeeth For Life – The Aging Population And Dentistry
As dentistry has progressed in preventive measures and treatments, many people have been better able to retain their own natural teeth. However, as we age, there is a growing range of factors that can influence our oral health. These include changes in our physical and mental health, medications, changes in our physical abilities and the…
Read MoreWhat to do if you have a dental emergency over the holiday period
Just a brief note wishing you a Merry Christmas and to discuss holiday emergencies. Our practice will close at 12.00pm on Friday 21st of December and will re-open 8.00am Monday 7th January. While we hope you don’t have any dental emergencies over your summer holiday below is some advice on what you can do if…
Read MoreWhat to expect during your dental hygiene appointment.
Your dentist has told you that you now have to see the hygienist for periodontal treatment. What on earth does that mean and what does it involve? Don’t dentists “clean” teeth? Why would I need to see a hygienist? Our dental hygienists work as part of the dental team in treating patients. They use…
Read MoreBooking Your Dental Appointment Online
Online Booking Now Available: How to use online bookings on our website At McKeefry Dental in Wellington we have listened to our patient feedback and have recently activated online bookings on our website. As a part of staying up-to-date with technology in this busy online world we feel it is important for our patients to…
Read MoreWhat to look for when choosing a dentist in Wellington
As your oral health is very important to your overall health and well-being it’s imperative you choose a dentist who is right for you and your family. Your choice of dentist can be vital for the health of your teeth and gums, and by choosing the right dentist, it might also be possible to increase…
Read MoreTeeth tips for teens
By the time we make it to our teenage years most teens will have some, if not all of their permanent teeth and this is a very important time for adult teeth. Here is some advice on how to look after your mouth to ensure a healthy smile for life. Diet Teenagers need…
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