10 September 2026 · Dr Linda Huang
Silver Diamine Fluoride for Kids: What It Does, What It Looks Like, and When We Use It
Silver diamine fluoride arrests decay without drilling. Dr Linda Huang on how it works, who it suits, and why the black discolouration needs explaining first.
Read Article9 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
What Is a Dental Onlay, and When Is It Better Than a Crown?
An onlay covers part of the tooth; a crown covers all of it. Dr Melissa Huang on when preserving more tooth structure is the better call in Blackburn.
Read Article8 September 2026 · Dr Patricia Tan
Root Canal Treatment: What Actually Happens in the Chair
Root canal treatment hurts less than its reputation suggests. Dr Patricia Tan on what happens at each appointment at Whitehorse Dental in Blackburn.
Read Article7 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Porcelain Veneers vs Composite Veneers: What the Difference Actually Means for You
Both change the look of teeth, but they work very differently. Dr Melissa Huang on how we choose between e.max porcelain and composite in Blackburn.
Read Article6 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Sleep Apnoea: When a Dental Splint Works Better Than CPAP
CPAP is the gold standard for severe sleep apnoea, but many people cannot tolerate it. Dr Melissa Huang on the splint option, who it suits, and how it works.
Read Article5 September 2026 · Dr Linda Huang
Happy Gas for Kids: What Actually Happens, at 3, 5 and 8
Nitrous oxide works differently on a three-year-old than an eight-year-old. Dr Linda Huang on what happens at each age, and what CDBS pays towards it.
Read Article5 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
How Long Does a Crown Last? The Parts That Actually Decide It
Crowns rarely fail. The tooth underneath does. Dr Melissa Huang on what really decides how long a crown lasts, and which parts are yours and which are ours.
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4 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Why We Treat Your Gums Before We Fill or Crown Anything
Bleeding gums contaminate a bond and move the margin you are building to. Dr Melissa Huang on why periodontal treatment comes first in the sequence.
Read Article3 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
When Your Child Needs a Filling: Where No-Drill Stops Working
Silver diamine fluoride buys time, but not forever. Dr Melissa Huang on the point where a child's tooth needs a real filling, and how we get them through it.
Read Article2 September 2026 · Dr Kerry Chen
Should You Get All Four Wisdom Teeth Out at Once? The Case for Doing One Side at a Time
Dr Kerry Chen weighs four teeth in one appointment against splitting them by side, and why the answer changes when you are awake under local anaesthetic.
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2 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Is Brushing and Flossing at Home Enough to Prevent Gum Disease?
For some people it genuinely is. For others it will never be, and the reasons are mostly not effort. Dr Melissa Huang on how to tell which one you are.
Read Article1 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Crown or Implant? How We Decide Whether a Badly Damaged Tooth Is Worth Saving
Crown versus implant is the wrong first question. Dr Melissa Huang explains what decides whether a broken tooth can be saved, and what happens if it cannot.
Read Article1 September 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Fissure Sealants for Children: Which Teeth, What Age, What They Cost
A sealant on the wrong tooth at the wrong time is wasted money. Dr Melissa Huang on timing, which molars matter, and why CDBS usually covers the lot.
Read Article27 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Do Wisdom Teeth Have to Come Out? What the Evidence Says, and What Happens If You Leave Them
Healthy wisdom teeth do not need removing. Dr Melissa Huang on what the research actually supports, the real risks of leaving a bad one, and how we decide.
Read Article 27 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Plaque vs Tartar: Why You Can Brush One Off and Not the Other
Plaque is a soft bacterial film you can remove at home. Tartar is that film set hard by your own saliva. Dr Melissa Huang explains the difference.
Read Article26 August 2026 · Dr Linda Huang
When Your Child Is Scared of the Dentist
Dr Linda Huang on treating anxious children, including autistic and special-needs kids, in the chair rather than under a general anaesthetic. What it takes.
Read Article25 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
A Crown That Feels Loose Is Telling You Something
A loose dental crown has five likely causes and they are not equally serious. Dr Melissa Huang explains how to tell them apart and why it should not wait.
Read Article21 August 2026 · Dr Kerry Chen
Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery: What Actually Happens, Hour by Hour and Day by Day
Dr Kerry Chen maps recovery from the numb first afternoon to the socket closing weeks later, and what changes the timeline for a simple versus surgical tooth.
Read Article 20 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Why Are My Gums Bleeding? What It Means and What to Do About It
Gums that bleed when you brush or floss are not normal, and the fix is rarely to stop flossing. Dr Melissa Huang on what bleeding is telling you.
Read Article19 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Does a Two-Year-Old Really Need to See a Dentist?
Short answer: yes, and we see children from 18 months. Dr Melissa Huang on what a two-year-old check actually finds, and why waiting until four is expensive.
Read Article18 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Your Crown Has Come Off: What to Do Today, and What Not to Do
A crown has fallen out. Dr Melissa Huang on what to do in the first hour, what the inside of the crown tells you, and why waiting weeks costs you it.
Read Article15 August 2026 · Dr Kerry Chen
What to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal: A Two-Week Plan That Isn't Just Ice Cream
Dr Kerry Chen sets out what to eat, what to skip and why, from the numb hours after surgery through to chewing normally again a fortnight later.
Read Article 13 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Can Gum Disease Be Reversed? An Honest Answer, Stage by Stage
Gingivitis is reversible. Established periodontitis is not, but it is manageable. Dr Melissa Huang on how we tell which one you have, and what each takes.
Read Article12 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Can Wisdom Teeth Cause a Sore Throat? Yes, and Here Is How to Tell
A one-sided sore throat with a stiff jaw is often pericoronitis, not tonsillitis. Dr Melissa Huang on the difference, and when to ring a Blackburn dentist.
Read Article12 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
My Child's First Dental Visit: What We Actually Do
We see children from 18 months. Dr Melissa Huang walks through what happens at a first visit in Blackburn, why we do so little, and what CDBS covers.
Read Article11 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Getting a Crown, Appointment by Appointment: What Actually Happens
Dr Melissa Huang walks through every stage of a dental crown at Whitehorse Dental in Blackburn, from the scan and the temporary to the day it is bonded on.
Read Article5 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
9 Signs Your Wisdom Teeth Are Coming Through (and Which Ones Are Normal)
Dr Melissa Huang on what erupting wisdom teeth actually feel like, which sensations are ordinary, and the point where a Blackburn patient needs an OPG.
Read Article4 August 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Do You Really Need a Crown? Crown, Onlay or Filling, Answered Honestly
Dr Melissa Huang on when a tooth genuinely needs a crown, when a filling or an onlay is enough, and the questions worth asking before you agree to one.
Read Article29 July 2026 · Dr Kerry Chen
Simple vs Surgical Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Why Two Quotes for the Same Tooth Differ by Hundreds
ADA items 311, 322, 323 and 324 explained by Dr Kerry Chen, who does the complex extractions at our Blackburn practice, and what each step actually adds.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
10 Signs You Need an Emergency Wisdom Tooth Removal: A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Wisdom tooth pain flaring up? Dr Melissa Huang walks through 10 signs an impacted wisdom tooth needs prompt attention, and when to see a dentist rather than wait it out.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
7 Signs Your Tooth May Have a Root Canal Infection: A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Persistent toothache, lingering sensitivity, swelling or a gum pimple can all point to an infected tooth. Dr Melissa Huang explains the warning signs and when to see a dentist.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Does Apple Cider Vinegar Erode Your Teeth? A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Apple cider vinegar is a popular wellness trend — but its acidity can quietly erode tooth enamel. Dr Melissa Huang explains the warning signs and how to protect your teeth.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
What Results Can You Really Expect From At-Home Teeth Whitening? A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Take-home whitening works — but not the way the ads suggest. Dr Melissa Huang on realistic results, timelines, why custom trays outperform kit-shop kits, and maintenance.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
How Many Teeth Do We Have? A Blackburn Dentist's Simple Guide
How many teeth do adults and children have? Dr Melissa Huang explains baby vs adult teeth, the four types and their jobs, wisdom teeth, and when kids gain and lose teeth.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
How Should a Mouthguard Fit? A Blackburn Dentist's Guide for Sport
A poorly fitting mouthguard protects far less than you'd think — and often gets left in the bag. Dr Melissa Huang explains how a sports mouthguard should actually fit, feel and function.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Leaking Amalgam Fillings: Could They Be a Health Risk? A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Worried your old silver fillings are leaking or that the mercury could harm your health? Dr Melissa Huang explains what leaking amalgam actually means, the real risks, and when a filling should be replaced.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Maryland Bridges vs Dental Implants: A More Conservative Way to Replace a Missing Tooth
A missing front tooth doesn't always mean surgery. Dr Melissa Huang explains how a Maryland (resin-bonded) bridge compares with a dental implant — who each suits, and the honest trade-offs.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
The Truth Behind Oil Pulling: What a Blackburn Dentist Wants You to Know
Oil pulling is everywhere online, but does it actually work? Dr Melissa Huang looks at what the evidence supports, what it doesn't, and why it isn't a substitute for brushing.
Read Article23 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Which Toothbrush Is the Best? A Blackburn Dentist's Buying Guide
Standing in the supermarket aisle unsure what to buy? Dr Melissa Huang explains how to choose a toothbrush — manual vs electric, bristle softness and why technique matters most.
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19 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Why We Take Longer on Your First Visit (And Why That's a Good Thing)
A quick first appointment might feel efficient — but it often means things get missed. Dr Melissa Huang explains why a thorough first visit is the foundation of prevention-first dental care.
Read Article 18 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Your Gums and the Rest of You: Why Gum Health Is Part of Whole-Body Health
Growing evidence links the health of your gums to the health of the rest of your body. Dr Melissa Huang on what the research actually says — and why Whitehorse Dental works alongside preventive-health partners like Everlab.
Read Article 14 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
What Happens During a Dental Check-Up and Clean (And Why It Takes Longer Than You Think)
Wondering what actually happens during a check-up and clean? Dr Melissa Huang walks through each step — the examination, X-rays, the clean itself, and what we're looking for that you can't see.
Read Article12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Crowns on Children's Teeth: When and Why a Dentist Recommends Them
Wondering why your child might need a crown on a baby tooth? Dr Melissa Huang explains when they're recommended, what's involved, and why saving the tooth matters.
Read Article12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Plaque on Baby Teeth: What Parents Should Do
That filmy coating on your toddler's teeth is plaque. Dr Melissa Huang explains why it forms and how to clean it off safely at home, by age.
Read Article12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Does Pregnancy Take Calcium From Your Teeth? (And How to Look After Your Teeth While Expecting)
The old myth says a baby 'sucks the calcium out of your teeth.' Dr Melissa Huang explains what's really happening to your mouth during pregnancy — and how to protect it.
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12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Sports Drinks and Kids' Teeth: What Blackburn Parents Should Know
Your child's Saturday sport drink could be doing more damage than a missed brushing. Dr Melissa Huang explains what erosion looks like, why it matters, and what we can do about it — without the drill.
Read Article12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Teeth Whitening for Smokers: What Actually Works
Smoking stains teeth in a way regular whitening struggles with. Dr Melissa Huang explains why, what genuinely helps, and what to expect realistically.
Read Article12 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
Why Do Teeth Break or Chip? A Blackburn Dentist Explains
Wondering why your teeth keep breaking or chipping? Dr Melissa Huang explains the common causes, warning signs, and what to do if it happens to you.
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7 July 2026 · Dr Melissa Huang
What Actually Happens at Your First Dental Visit (A Blackburn Dentist Walks You Through It)
Nervous about visiting a new dentist? Dr Melissa Huang walks through exactly what happens at a first appointment at Whitehorse Dental — step by step, no surprises.
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