Ever gotten a nasty toothache that makes you want to crawl into a hole? You’re not alone. Millions of people experience toothaches every year, and sometimes antibiotics are prescribed to fight the infection causing the pain. But what if there was a way to avoid the whole antibiotic situation altogether? This blog post will break down how to keep…
Simply put, no. But let’s talk a little about what tartar and plaque is first. Plaque is a collection of bacteria and their waste products that builds up on teeth (and other surfaces in the mouth). Plaque is sticky and colourless when it first forms, and is easily removed by proper oral hygiene procedures (i.e.…
Dr. Manish KumarManish joined Wainui Dental Clinic in March 2023 after graduating from Otago in 2018. As a trusted dentist in Lower Hutt, he brings experience from both public and private practice. He enjoys all areas of dentistry, with a particular interest in oral surgery, and uses modern technology to deliver high-quality care. Outside of…
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You are at home and have a bad toothache. What can you do?