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Snoring is a common problem with some studies identifying up to 50% of the population as snorers. It is caused by a vibration of the tissues in the upper airways and apart from being annoying for a partner it has been postulated that snoring may be associated with cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, morning headaches, interrupted and daytime sleepiness. Furthermore, it is clear that simple snoring exists on a continuum with obstructive...

Wisdom teeth or third molars typically erupt between the ages of 17-25. Because there is often a lack of space for them and since they are the last tooth to erupt, wisdom teeth will often rotate or fail to erupt completely, this is known as impaction. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause a number of issues which may necessitate their removal. In this blog we will discuss some of the problems impacted wisdom teeth can pose and when wisdom teeth should...

Many patients will require dental treatment during their childhood, this may range from a simple check-up and clean to more extensive work. Taking your child to the dentist early on can, not only prevent serious dental problems, but also reinforce positive attitudes towards the dentist and thereby increasing the chance that they will be cooperative should treatment be required. Unfortunately some child patients will be uncooperative, the days...