Dentist Servicing the North Lakes Area
Regular visits to the dentist are essential for protecting your dental health, even when you don’t feel like you’re having any issues. This is because a large part of dentistry is preventative and prevention is better than a cure....
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If your teeth are damaged, decayed or missing, there is a range of options available to help restore a healthy, bright smile. Dental bridges are a way to close (or bridge) the gaps in your smile if you have...
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An abscess tooth refers to a condition where a pocket of pus forms in a certain part of your tooth, usually below the gum line near the root of the tooth. It can occur due to a bacterial infection...
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Dental implants are one of the best available treatments for missing teeth. When a tooth is removed, both the visible part of the tooth and the root are lost. This can cause additional health issues on top of restricting...
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Getting a tooth extraction can often involve some pain once the anaesthetic wears off. While the healing process can vary slightly depending on a few factors, the majority of it takes place within seven to ten days. Most people...
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A dental crown treatment involves placing a ceramic cap over an existing tooth. This can be done to strengthen, repair or improve the look of the tooth. They are often used after root canal treatments to strengthen the treated...
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After a tooth extraction, it’s very important to eat food that’s soft, easy to chew and won’t irritate the wound site. You should also ensure you’re getting the right nutrition. A nutritious diet minimises the risk of complications, helps...
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Every child is at risk of tooth decay. The enamel (hard outer layer) is much thinner and softer on baby teeth, making them at greater risk of decay. If a child loses a baby tooth to decay, this can...
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If you’ve just had a simple or surgical tooth extraction, you’ll need to follow your dentist’s advice to ensure it heals correctly and in a timely manner and doesn’t get infected or cause you any unnecessary discomfort. Fortunately, the...
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Not all tooth extractions are the same, so if you need to have a tooth extracted it will require a simple or a surgical tooth extraction. But what’s the difference and which of the two do you need? The...
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