Bleeding Gums: Causes, Prevention & Treatments
You may notice your gums bleeding when brushing your teeth or after biting into an apple. It may be a tiny amount of blood, and it may not hurt at all. But it should not be ignored. Gums can bleed for different reasons, but unfortunately, we find the problem is commonly procrastinated on. Consequently, many …
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3 Dental Lessons from Remote Communities
Have you ever wondered what dentistry is like in other parts of the world? It may surprise you, even in the most remote communities, adults and children experience similar dental problems. In 2011, I had the opportunity to do volunteer dentistry work at a clinic in remote Cambodia. I went with a not-for-profit organisation called …
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Why do I wake up with bad breath?
If you’re waking up in the morning with bad breath, the good news is that it’s very common. And the even better news? It’s completely preventable. We’ve all been there. The alarm goes off, and you’re awoken first by the noise, and second by the waft of your bad breath. Or, perhaps, it’s worse in …
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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PLAQUE AND TARTAR
One of our favourite questions is: what’s the difference between plaque and tartar? Lots of our patients ask us, and it’s a great question. The Difference Between Tartar and Plaque Essentially, plaque is soft and sticky bacteria that stick to our teeth. In our mouths, there are nooks and crannies that harder to reach and …
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Why Do My Teeth Keep Breaking?
At Whitehorse Dental, we understand how inhibiting brittle, breaking teeth can be on your lifestyle. Frequent dentist visits for fillings and repairs can cost you a lot of time and money. And living with the daily fear of cracking or chipping your teeth can restrict you from eating your favourite foods. If you have weak …
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Wisdom Teeth 101: Why Do Wisdom Teeth Get Removed?
The mention of wisdom teeth may send some into fearful panic, but we’re here to explain the ins and outs of wisdom teeth removal. Giving you all the info you need will help you make an informed decision on your wisdom teeth! While wisdom teeth removal is a very common dental procedure for young adults, …
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Top 3 Reasons Why People Avoid the Dentist
So, you haven’t been to the dentist for a while? You’re not alone in your reasons for avoiding the dentist. From chatting to our wonderful patients at Whitehorse Dental, we find that some of our first-time visitors have left years, sometimes even decades since their last visit to any dentist! A big part of our …
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The Problem of Tooth Decay in Kids School Lunchboxes
The daily school lunch box is proving to be a prime culprit for children’s tooth decay. Worrying stats reveal that a staggering number of kids are being sent to hospital for preventable dental conditions. A recent news report from the Sydney Morning Herald shows that more than 100 children a week are having multiple rotting …
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Waterpiks & Air Flossers – Do They Work?
At Whitehorse Dental we see many weird and wonderful alternatives to dental care. Today, we’re looking at waterpiks and air flossers! In our daily dentist practice, we see many patients trying out alternate solutions to brushing, toothpaste and teeth whitening. Unfortunately, many have terrible results for teeth. These products are often pedaled as convenient, organic …
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Activated Charcoal Toothpaste are Terrible for Teeth
Activated charcoal has become a very popular ingredient in health products over recent years. We’ve noticed a huge interest in using activated charcoal in toothpaste, and as dental health professionals, we’re quite frankly not fans. We strongly advise against the use of activated charcoal toothpaste. In this article, we’ll take the time to explain exactly …
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