All Things Dental
Toothache at 2 am. A filling falls out over dinner. Your child knocks out a front tooth at Saturday sport. Suddenly, you’re trying to work out whether you need a dentist immediately, an appointment tomorrow, or a hospital emergency department. Dental problems have a habit of happening at inconvenient times.
October is here, Halloween is approaching, and before we know it we’ll be heading into the Christmas and summer holiday season. For many families, that means something else is about to increase too: Sugar. Halloween lollies. Birthday parties. Christmas treats. Soft drinks. Ice creams. Desserts. A lolly here and another
At Tooth Sparkler, we see plenty of people in their 80s who are active, independent and very healthy. We also care for many people in their 90s, all at very different stages of health and independence. Our oldest patient is 101! And that illustrates one of the most important principles
Hot flushes. Night sweats. Poor sleep. Brain fog. Mood changes. Most women have heard about these symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. But dry mouth, changes to your gums and an increased risk of sleep apnoea? Not so much. Yet hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause may affect the mouth, saliva,
The best toothpaste depends on your individual mouth. Your risk of tooth decay, saliva flow, sensitivity, age, exposed roots, diet and personal preferences all affect which toothpaste or remineralising product is most suitable. For many people, a fluoride toothpaste used twice daily is an excellent choice. Other patients may benefit
Choosing the right toothbrush and using it properly can make a big difference to your daily oral hygiene routine. As dentists, we see patients who diligently brush their teeth but still experience dental problems. Sometimes, it isn’t simply how often they brush but how effectively they are cleaning and whether
Children’s Tooth Decay Is About More Than Brushing When a child develops tooth decay, many parents immediately wonder, “Are we not brushing well enough?” Brushing is important, of course. But childhood tooth decay is rarely just a brushing problem. Dental caries, which is the disease process that causes tooth decay,
When people hear the word accessibility, they often think about wheelchair ramps, lifts and accessible parking spaces. Those things matter. They’re essential. But true accessibility in healthcare goes much deeper. At its heart, accessibility is about removing barriers. Sometimes those barriers are physical, but just as often they’re financial, emotional,
This article was inspired by Dr Kate Reid’s article, “Obstructive sleep apnea – A lethal threat to vision”, published by the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists. When people think about obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), they often think of loud snoring. Snoring can be a clue, but OSA is much more than
If you’re wondering how to stop grinding teeth, the answer isn’t always as simple as wearing a night guard. Tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, can be linked to stress, sleep quality, airway issues, medications, caffeine, alcohol, muscle tension, and even sleep apnoea. Understanding what’s causing the grinding is often
Whitening toothpaste can help remove surface stains and improve the appearance of teeth. However, understanding why teeth become yellow in the first place can help explain why professional whitening treatments often deliver more noticeable results. Tooth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments, but it’s also one
With the rising cost of living across Australia, many families are feeling the pressure of increasing household expenses. Unfortunately, dental care is often one of the first things people delay when budgets become tight. However, postponing preventive dental care can often lead to larger, more complex, and more expensive dental
Toothache at 2 am. A filling falls out over dinner. Your child knocks out a front tooth at Saturday sport. Suddenly, you’re trying to work out whether you need a
October is here, Halloween is approaching, and before we know it we’ll be heading into the Christmas and summer holiday season. For many families, that means something else is about
At Tooth Sparkler, we see plenty of people in their 80s who are active, independent and very healthy. We also care for many people in their 90s, all at very
Hot flushes. Night sweats. Poor sleep. Brain fog. Mood changes. Most women have heard about these symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. But dry mouth, changes to your gums and an
The best toothpaste depends on your individual mouth. Your risk of tooth decay, saliva flow, sensitivity, age, exposed roots, diet and personal preferences all affect which toothpaste or remineralising product
Choosing the right toothbrush and using it properly can make a big difference to your daily oral hygiene routine. As dentists, we see patients who diligently brush their teeth but
Children’s Tooth Decay Is About More Than Brushing When a child develops tooth decay, many parents immediately wonder, “Are we not brushing well enough?” Brushing is important, of course. But
When people hear the word accessibility, they often think about wheelchair ramps, lifts and accessible parking spaces. Those things matter. They’re essential. But true accessibility in healthcare goes much deeper.
This article was inspired by Dr Kate Reid’s article, “Obstructive sleep apnea – A lethal threat to vision”, published by the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists. When people think about obstructive
If you’re wondering how to stop grinding teeth, the answer isn’t always as simple as wearing a night guard. Tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, can be linked to stress,
Whitening toothpaste can help remove surface stains and improve the appearance of teeth. However, understanding why teeth become yellow in the first place can help explain why professional whitening treatments
With the rising cost of living across Australia, many families are feeling the pressure of increasing household expenses. Unfortunately, dental care is often one of the first things people delay