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Practical dental advice for patients in Ipoh Garden and beyond.

How to Care for Your Dentures — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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How to Care for Your Dentures — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Dentures need daily care too. Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, shares the simple do's and don'ts in under a minute — how to clean them, why to take them out at night, and why your gums still need check-ups.

Published August 10, 20261 min read
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Why Flossing Matters — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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Why Flossing Matters — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Brushing misses almost half of each tooth's surface — the bits between your teeth. Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, shows why flossing matters and how to do it gently, in under a minute.

Published August 3, 20261 min read
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How to Brush Your Teeth the Right Way — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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How to Brush Your Teeth the Right Way — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Brushing your teeth sounds simple — but small habits make a big difference. Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, shows the right technique in under a minute: time, angle, pressure, and the spots people miss.

Published July 27, 20261 min read
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How Do Clear Aligners Straighten Teeth? — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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How Do Clear Aligners Straighten Teeth? — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Ever wondered how clear aligners actually straighten teeth? Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, breaks it down in under a minute — the trays, the wear time, and why consistency makes all the difference.

Published July 20, 20261 min read
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Your Child's First Dental Visit — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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Your Child's First Dental Visit — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

When should your child first see a dentist? Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, explains the right age, what a gentle first visit looks like, and why baby teeth matter — in under a minute.

Published July 13, 20261 min read
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How a Cavity Forms — Explained by Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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How a Cavity Forms — Explained by Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Meet Lily, our LS ToothBuddy. In under a minute she shows how a tooth cavity actually forms — sugar, bacteria, acid, and the tiny hole that starts it all — plus the simple habits that keep decay away.

Published July 6, 20263 min read
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Why Do Gums Bleed When You Brush? — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy
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Why Do Gums Bleed When You Brush? — With Lily, Our LS ToothBuddy

Gums bleed when you brush? Lily, our LS ToothBuddy, explains in under a minute why it happens, why it is a warning sign and not 'normal' — and the simple habits that turn it around.

Published July 6, 20261 min read
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BIOREPAIR Toothpaste — A Fluoride-Free Way to Repair Sensitive Teeth
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BIOREPAIR Toothpaste — A Fluoride-Free Way to Repair Sensitive Teeth

Sensitive teeth from hot, cold, or sweet food? BIOREPAIR's microRepair technology chemically rebuilds enamel and closes exposed dentin tubules — without fluoride. Here's what Dr Kent looks for before recommending it.

Published July 2, 20263 min read
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Sleep Apnea and Your Teeth — What Your Dentist Can See That Your Doctor Cannot
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Sleep Apnea and Your Teeth — What Your Dentist Can See That Your Doctor Cannot

Loud snoring, morning headaches, and waking up exhausted are signs of sleep apnea — a condition that also destroys teeth through grinding, dry mouth, and acid reflux. Your dentist may be the first to spot it.

Published June 27, 20265 min read
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Mouth Breathing in Children — Why It Is More Than Just a Habit
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Mouth Breathing in Children — Why It Is More Than Just a Habit

If your child sleeps with their mouth open, snores, or always looks tired — it is not just a phase. Chronic mouth breathing changes how a child's face and teeth develop, and the window to correct it is limited.

Published June 26, 20265 min read
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Diabetes and Gum Disease — The Two-Way Link You Need to Know
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Diabetes and Gum Disease — The Two-Way Link You Need to Know

If you have diabetes, your risk of serious gum disease is significantly higher. And if your gums are badly infected, your blood sugar becomes harder to control. Here is what every diabetic patient should know.

Published June 25, 20264 min read
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Heart Disease and Gum Disease — The Link That Could Save Your Life
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Heart Disease and Gum Disease — The Link That Could Save Your Life

The bacteria in infected gums can travel to your heart. Research links severe gum disease to higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and endocarditis. Here is what every Malaysian with heart disease needs to know about their dental health.

Published June 24, 20265 min read
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Acid Reflux (GERD) Is Silently Eroding Your Teeth
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Acid Reflux (GERD) Is Silently Eroding Your Teeth

Millions of Malaysians have GERD or chronic acid reflux — and most do not realise it is dissolving their tooth enamel. Once enamel is gone, it does not grow back.

Published June 23, 20264 min read
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Common Medications That Affect Your Dental Health
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Common Medications That Affect Your Dental Health

Blood pressure pills, antihistamines, antidepressants, asthma inhalers — many medications taken daily by Malaysians have side effects that directly damage teeth and gums over time. Here is what to know.

Published June 21, 20265 min read
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Wisdom Tooth Pain in Ipoh — What to Expect
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Wisdom Tooth Pain in Ipoh — What to Expect

Pain at the back of your mouth? It could be your wisdom tooth. Here is what you need to know about wisdom tooth assessment and removal in Ipoh.

Published June 20, 20262 min read
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Scaling & Polishing — Why Every 6 Months Matters
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Scaling & Polishing — Why Every 6 Months Matters

Regular dental cleaning is more than just aesthetics. Here is why scaling and polishing every 6 months is one of the most important things you can do for your long-term dental health.

Published June 15, 20263 min read
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