Posts by Mosman 3D Dental

A white smile is associated with beauty, health and self-confidence, so it’s no surprise that teeth whitening treatments are so popular. If you’re thinking about brightening your smile, it’s important to learn what these treatments involve and what your options are so you can avoid disappointment and possible risks. Before making any changes to your…

If you have toothache or sensitivity caused by an infection, your dentist will usually recommend a root canal treatment. While that might sound worrying, root canal therapy is one of the most common dental procedures and is performed under local anaesthetic – so you won’t feel any pain while your dentist removes the infection and…

A cracked tooth can be a serious problem. If the protective enamel layer is damaged, bacteria can get inside a tooth, causing infections and health problems throughout the body. A cracked tooth can also be painful and more vulnerable to breaking completely, so it’s important to get it treated sooner rather than later. If you…

Regular dental visits are important for keeping your teeth and gums healthy and preventing problems, but if you feel nervous or scared about dental treatments, this can be easier said than done. Without timely care, minor oral health problems can become more serious and may cause permanent damage or need a more intensive treatment to…

A good night’s sleep is vitally important for your health. If you or your partner wake up during the night, feeling like you’ve stopped breathing, you could have a condition known as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). This is a serious sleep disorder that can have a major impact on health and quality of life without…

Tooth decay is a growing problem in Australia, but without water fluoridation it would likely be much worse. Fluoridation is the process of adding a small amount of fluoride to water supplies to help improve oral health in communities, but it also has its opponents who claim that fluoride is hazardous to health. Separating the…