Some foods we all know are obviously bad for your teeth like lollies but there are plenty of foods that we think of as ‘healthy’ that can cause dental decay. Did you know that its not so much how much sugar you eat, but rather how...
One question our dentists are asked every day is ‘do I really need to floss?’ So let’s look at why we floss. If you look at a 3D tooth it has 5 sides. 4 sides plus the top. Your tooth brush can reach the top, plus...
Tooth Decay Tooth decay occurs when a hole (cavity) forms in your tooth. It can affect people of all ages and even very young children. Having tooth decay can affect your health and lead to other conditions. However, tooth decay can be prevented or treated. What causes...
Most people are keeping track of a big, long list of things. Daily steps taken. Calories consumed. Calories burned. Heart rate. Their next doctor appointment. Thinking “am I getting my five serves of veges a day?” But what about their teeth? Just how is their oral health...
Kids Dentistry Your child will most likely see a children's dentist for regular check-ups to see how her teeth and jaws are growing and check how well she’s cleaning her teeth and gums. Your child’s dentist will give you and your child advice about caring for teeth with healthy...
Sometimes it may seem easier to put off scheduling your regular dental appointment, however if you experience any of these symptoms, then it is time to check in with your dentist and make sure you avoid any potential lasting damage. 1: Stained Teeth Teeth occasionally get stained...
Written by Dr Max Fertman We’ve all heard at some stage of our life that we should reduce sugary foods and soft drinks in our diet if we want to help avoid getting holes in our teeth (decay) and keep them healthy for as long as...
Fear is one of our most valuable instincts. It aids our self-preservation, reminds us to beware of certain situations and helps us with risk assessment however, unfortunately a fear of many Australians is regular, routine dental check-up. If you find yourself cringing at the thought of...