Imagine being able to know the person who’s going to transform your smile, and get a sense of the possibilities before you attend that first appointment?   Book Your Virtual Consultation Dr Andrea Shepperson is currently offering complimentary, no-obligation Virtual Consultations.  While Virtual Consultations are not a substitute for a thorough dental examination, it can be a good way to find out what a visit to the office might involve and the skills and services our practice provides, such as Digital Smile Design®, and The Longevity Project. Book your Virtual Consultation ..read more

What is the Relationship between Reflux and Teeth? Peptest measures pepsin, an enzyme of gastric refluxate, – stomach acid that bubbles up into the mouth in some patients, causing a lot of damage to teeth. We use Peptest in the dental office to rule out high rates of tooth decay or dental erosion. Often, our patients report no history of reflux when they complete their medical forms and may have no symptoms of heartburn or pain typical of the burning sensation experienced with reflux.   This is often referred to as silent reflux. We look for a specific pattern of tooth wear, or ..read more

Vaping has increased in popularity over the last few years.  There is a common myth that e-cigarettes are better for you than smoking. However, vaping still involves nicotine delivery into the body, and nicotine affects the blood vessels in your gums. Vaping uses an aerosol, or vapor, as a delivery system for nicotine which has the same negative impact on your oral health regardless of how it’s consumed. Nicotine has a significant effect on salivary flow.  Saliva is important to protect against tooth decay, acid erosion and allow bacteria to stick more easily to teeth and gums ..read more

Our practice is open and seeing patients in Red Light.  We are welcome new and existing patients.  Please email the office on info@citydental.co.nz to enquire about an appointment or book online.   Dentistry Is Essential In August 2020 the American Dental Association signed a resolution outlining dentistry as an essential service.  The ADA President said “Whether it’s the current pandemic, a future epidemic or a natural disaster in a particular area, this policy recognises the need for people to be able to continue to access the full range ..read more

It has often been said that drinking through a straw will lessen the exposure of your teeth to a drink which in turn reduces the risk of enamel deterioration, dental erosion and other harmful effects. But do straws really help protect teeth? A study published in the Journal of Dentistry in 2019 looked at whether using straws when drinking acidic drinks effectively protected University students from the effects of tooth wear and erosion. When it came to the frequent intake of dietary acids, the study showed that the use of a straw did not have a protective effect. The s ..read more

I’ve spent the last 34 years as a dentist wearing a mask to protect against aerosols and droplets from patient mouths.  It’s something we are very comfortable in, and we wouldn’t work without a mask.   New To Masks? If you’ve never worn a face mask, it can be a bit disconcerting at first.  Some of the challenges people describe are glasses fogging, feeling like you can’t breathe, wanting to hyper-ventilate and having to adjust the mask constantly. How to Wear a Face Mask Take a look at our team photos.  We are all wearing our masks high on our faces, covering noses ..read more

One of the biggest issues dentists and patients face today is the impact of lifestyle and diet which dissolves and damages tooth enamel. When it comes to Tooth Wear and Erosion, making lifestyle  changes is the number one solution.  It might mean stopping lemon juice in water drinks every morning; switching from sodas to water, and everything in moderation.  Prevention is also important.  Dr Andrea Shepperson shares her top recommended products to protect from further Tooth Wear and Erosion. Low-Abrasion Toothpastes Acid affected teeth can ..read more

Zoomed Out? I found my days during lockdown filled with Zoom and Skype meetings.  Sometimes I’d be delivering a webinar somewhere in the world, finishing after an hour with a dry mouth.  Was it just all that talking?  Or was there a biological reason for it? A day full of Zoom calls, webinars and coffee. Saliva Self Check Saliva is a critical player in keeping our teeth pristine. It maintains the chemical balance that keeps minerals in our tooth enamel, making teeth white and hard.  Saliva is also a lubricant – keeping the mouth slippery and protecting the lining and ..read more

  We’ve implement Swiss designed EMS AIRFLOW®.   Using a combination of a fine powder and warm water under pressure, we effectively water-blast stains and biofilm off your teeth.   Watch the video to see how it works compared with conventional treatment.     The treatment uses a Step by Step process called Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT).  It is a very targeted, effective and gentle way to remove bacteria and deposits on teeth.  Let’s walk through the steps to see why and how it works.   What Is Biofilm Have you ever felt that furry feeling on your t ..read more