What is a periodontist? A periodontist is a specialist in treating gum disease. Gum disease is a condition caused by your bodies response to plaque and bacteria you have stuck to your teeth and under your gums. The immune response these bacteria stimulate can result in the destruction of your jaw bone causing your teeth […]
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease in which a person’s lymphocytes attack their own moisture-producing glands. Lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, infiltrate and destroy these glands causing decreased production of saliva and tears. Approximately 1.2 million Australians have this condition. The majority of sufferers are women who are in their late 40s at the […]
The placement of dental implants relies on the presence of sufficient bone. The implant must be encased in bone if it is to successfully support a dental restoration. Mini implants can be used as an alternative to conventional dental implants in cases where there is insufficient bone width (bone volume) and where bone grafting procedures […]
The sugar in alcohol (including beer) and the acid on other alcoholic drinks are the two main threats to your teeth and gums. The Damage Sugar and acid attack tooth enamel and leave your teeth vulnerable to tooth decay. Alcohol abuse puts you at a higher risk of developing mouth and throat cancer. Arriving home […]
A little know fact about smoking is that it tends to disguise the damage being done to teeth and gums. The damage Usually infected gums are red, swollen and bleed easily when they are brushed. Smokers’ gums are not like this – they are pale and thin and do not bleed readily. This can hide […]
Endodontists are experts in root canal treatment and other procedures involving the pulp (the internal structures of a tooth). An Endodontist is a specialist dentist, who, after qualifying and practicing as a dentist has undertaken a further 3 years at university to study the specialty of Endodontics. Endodontists restrict their practice to this specialty exclusively […]
Whitening toothpastes There are many tooth “whitening” toothpastes available to the public and most manufacturers produce their own particular versions of these toothpastes. Many experts believe that these labels can be misleading because these product tend not to whiten but rather simply clean the surface of the tooth. Most whitening toothpastes contain abrasive particles that […]
The short answer is no. Traditional dentures are held in place by suction. The periphery of the denture seals against the gums and as the denture is seated, air is expelled and a vacuum created holding the denture in place. Any denture movement that ‘breaks the seal’ has the potential to make the denture drop. […]
Reason 1: Experience On average, endodontists perform nearly 25 root canal treatments a week, while general dentists perform less than two. Reason 2: Efficiency Because they limit their practice solely to endodontic treatment, endodontists are efficient and precise. This means that you have a positive experience and heal faster. Reason 3: Availability Most endodontists offer […]
Wisdom teeth are your third set of molars. They are the last of your teeth to grow and are situated in the back of the mouth. Common misunderstandings surround the origin of their name, reasons for their removal and why they cause pain. “The term ‘wisdom teeth’ is age-related – third molars don’t erupt until the […]
