Why are my teeth sensitive?
Cold sensitivity can be caused by a few different reasons, and it’s hard to tell exactly without taking a look at your teeth. Cold sensitivity could be to do with:...
17 August, 2018
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I have a toothache, what do I do?
Obviously call us at 5444 7111 as early in the day as you can. We do our very best to fit genuine emergency patients in on the day. Sometimes either hot...
17 August, 2018
Why do my gums bleed and should I do something about it?
The simple answer is your gums bleed because there is some plaque hanging around them. Plaque is the soft stuff you try to brush/floss of your teeth. Essentially it is...
17 August, 2018
When should orthodontic treatment begin in kids?
Like most things, it depends. In the past, orthodontics was often delayed until all the adult teeth were present in early teens. Unfortunately that often meant that the benefit of interceptive...
17 August, 2018
Why should I worry about baby teeth?
Yes they fall out. But there are lots of good reasons to maintain healthy baby teeth. Pain: For a start, untreated dental decay can lead to infection, pain and swelling and a...
17 August, 2018
What happens at a child’s first visit?
Your child will have a ride in the chair, count teeth, get a balloon and a prize for being a great helper, and generally have an awesome time! We can show you...
17 August, 2018
When should I bring my child in for their first visit?
We suggest bringing kids in as soon as they begin to sprout their first tooth, or by their second birthday. This might seem early (there's not many teeth to look at!)...
17 August, 2018
Bad breath
If you want to know if you have bad breath, you just need to lick the back of your hand, let it dry for 10 seconds, then smell it- This...
20 July, 2018
After an extraction
With pressure, keep biting on the gauze pad for 20 minutes If heavy bleeding persists make a thick clean pad and bite on...
20 July, 2018
6 reasons to straighten your teeth
1. Less Toxic Bacteria Your mouth is the perfect breeding place for bacteria. It is warm and moist and has a consistent source of nutrients, including doughnuts, sugary drinks and pasta,...
20 July, 2018