Dental

Getting your wisdom teeth shouldn’t be more painful than when your other teeth came through, but they are more prone to problems. If you feel pain or discomfort at the back of your mouth, or have other troubling symptoms, it’s important to see a dentist. They will examine your mouth and discuss treatment options, which…

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…

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt from the jaw. This usually happens between the ages of 17 and 25, but these teeth may appear earlier or later, or they may not grow at all. As the other teeth are usually well established by the time wisdom teeth start to come through, this can…

With so much to think about over the holidays, a visit to the emergency dental clinic probably isn’t a distraction you need. However, the festive period is typically when teeth are most prone to decay and accidents. Accidents can always happen, but by taking care when choosing food and drink and planning activities, you can…

How long has it been since you last had a dental check-up? Regular oral health assessments and hygiene treatments are important at all ages. The longer the gap between visits, the more chance there is of developing a serious problem and needing treatment. There’s no single answer for how often you should visit the dentist,…