Blog
Plain-English articles on keeping teeth and gums healthy from AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake, written by our team and clinically reviewed by our dentist.
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Prevention & check-ups
Looking after a night guard
How to clean, dry and store a custom night guard (occlusal splint), avoid heat damage, and when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after a temporary crown
Temporary crowns cover a prepared tooth until the final crown is fitted. Chew on the other side, floss sideways, call AMK Mortlake if it... -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after a temporary filling
A temporary filling protects a tooth until the final restoration. Soft foods, careful cleaning, and call AMK Mortlake if it loosens or comes out. -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after clear aligners
How to wear, clean and store clear aligner trays you already have, plus when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake for advice. -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after dental bonding
Practical care for tooth-coloured composite bonding: protect edges, limit stain habits, clean carefully, and when to call AMK Dental in Mortlake. -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after dental implants
Day-to-day implant crown or bridge care: soft brush, clean between as shown, keep check-ups, call AMK Mortlake if gums stay sore or the... -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after orthodontic retainers
How to wear, clean and store removable retainers after braces or aligners, plus when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake for advice. -
Prevention & check-ups
Looking after your teeth when you’re unwell
Keep oral care going through a stomach bug or cold: rinse after vomiting, wait before brushing, sip water, and when to call AMK Dental... -
Children's teeth
Loose baby teeth: what parents should know
Why baby teeth loosen, why to let them fall out naturally, careful home care, and when to phone a dentist. Guidance from AMK Dental...
