Archive for 2019
Dental Tourism
Jetting off to a tropical paradise and staying in a nice hotel for a few weeks, all while saving money, sounds like a dream! Getting your dental treatment sorted for a fraction of the cost (compared to New Zealand) in between lying by a pool and having massages. How can there be a downside? Dental…
Read MoreTooth Whitening Sensitivity
Have you tried whitening your teeth in the past but found it really sensitive? Or do you want to whiten your teeth but worried that your teeth may become sensitive? Sensitivity during whitening can be a temporary side effect which is not very nice. Here are some things you can do to help: First: ensure…
Read MoreQuick Start Braces and Invisalign
Are you wanting to straighten your teeth and have a fantastic smile? Well if the answer is YES, then McKeefry Dental is here to help. At McKeefry Dental we have streamlined the whole process from start to finish. You can have braces or Invisalign on your teeth within a few short weeks (3-5) of your…
Read MoreWhat to expect at your Free Tooth Straightening Consultation
Are you thinking about straightening your teeth but want to know a few more details before proceeding with treatment? You’re in luck! McKeefry Dental offers free tooth straightening consultations for both braces and Invisalign. Before your appointment We will send you a welcoming email advising how you can find us. There is a link in…
Read MoreWhat 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 MoreAACD Conference 2019
After a recommendation from Angela, I attended my first American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) conference in Toronto three years ago and ever since I had been itching to get back to another conference. This year I was fortunate to attend the AACD conference in San Diego shortly after Easter. The AACD conference always starts…
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 MorePets of the Practice
McKeefry Dental spends a lot of time at work talking about our pets, either with our patients or over morning tea and lunch. Let us introduce them to you! *Disclaimer: For all dental concerns regarding your pet – we suggest speaking to your kind caring vet. Rachael and her cat ‘Teddy’ and her nephew ‘Douglas’…
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 Straightening: Invisalign vs. Braces
Have you been thinking about straightening your teeth and are trying to decide what is the correct option for you? Below we talk about some of the differences between Invisalign® and traditional braces to help you with your decision Appearance Invisalign® can be less noticeable than braces. Invisalign® however, does require attachments to be placed…
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