Tooth Abscess
What is a tooth abscess? An abscess is defined as a localised collection of bacteria which has overpopulated. It is a long term infection which may or may not cause
September 19, 2019
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Options for Replacement of Missing Teeth
Options for replacement of a missing tooth. The questions that we ask our patients who have a missing tooth at Gentle Dental are Will you miss the tooth/teeth in terms
September 17, 2019
Child’s First Dental Visit
At Gentle Dental we follow the Australian Dental Association’s recommendation that your baby should visit the dentist when their first tooth comes through (usually around 6 months of age) or
October 30, 2018
Dental Tourism
Australian residents are increasingly travelling to overseas countries to have dental treatment done. This is called dental tourism. Dr Sherry’s Mum is from the Philippines so she does understand the
June 2, 2017
Oral Health for Cancer Patients
In 2017 it is estimated that 134 000 people in Australia will be diagnosed with cancer. That’s about 15 people every hour. It is a tough time for cancer patients
May 12, 2017
Pregnancy and Dental Care
What dental problems are common for pregnant mothers? Each woman and each pregnancy is different. Some women experience no symptoms at all (aren’t they lucky?) and some have difficulty throughout
April 28, 2017
Fluoride and your teeth
How does fluoride prevent tooth decay? Fluoride (F-) helps by inhibiting demineralisation and promoting remineralisation of the enamel, inhibits acid production and ability for bacteria to process the dietary sugars
March 31, 2017
Teeth Whitening
What is tooth whitening and how does it work? Tooth whitening systems employ hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide which penetrates teeth and targets molecules within teeth that cause darkening
March 24, 2017
Sedation for Nervous Patients
Sedation dentistry is an option for patients who prefer not to “be present” for their dental treatment. Wouldn’t that be nice! During sedation you are still conscious but very relaxed and
February 24, 2017
Custom Mouthguards
Are custom mouthguards worth the expense? YES!!!! What about the cheaper, boil and bite ones available from the pharmacy? The boil and bite mouthguards available will not adequately protect you
January 24, 2017
Do you have “bad teeth’?
Do you feel like you have “bad teeth’? That no matter what you do, every time you go to the dentist you always seem to need work done? And that
January 13, 2017
Smoking and your teeth
Smoking. We all know it’s bad for your overall health and your lungs, but what about your teeth? Did you know that smoking can cause a host of issues in
November 18, 2016
