5 Situations That Needs Emergency Dental Care
Emergency dental care visits pick up every December, and this year is even worse with the impact of COVID-19 on dentistry in Australia. It is essential for dental health preservation that you don’t ignore issues that may arise. This is especially true during the Christmas holidays, where tooth decay and damage are prominent. Take the …
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What Does Preventative Dental Care Involve?
When people discuss maintaining physical health, they often overlook proper dental care. Poor oral hygiene can lead to other health issues like diabetes, heart disease and even stroke. Not taking care of your teeth stops you from enjoying food, and treating tooth disease can sometimes be costly and time consuming. Fortunately, preventative dental care is …
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Are Electric Toothbrushes Better Than Manual Toothbrushes?
Many dental patients wonder whether they’re using the best toothbrush when brushing their teeth. Your local store probably has a wide selection of electric and manual toothbrushes to choose from, so it’s perfectly normal to wonder whether you’re making the best purchase with your money. One question dentists are often asked is, “Is an electric …
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Severe Toothache – Is It a Dental Emergency?
If you’ve ever had a toothache, you’d know it can be very painful. It can be enough to interrupt your day, stop you from eating and even give you a headache. Severe toothaches should never be ignored as they may be a warning sign of a more serious issue. At Whitehorse Dental, we want all our …
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Hate Flossing? Here’s Why You Don’t Need To Do It
The eyes may be the window to the soul, but a bright and dazzling smile is the mark of a charming personality. Everyone wants to be adorned with one, and it is within easy reach if you take daily oral hygiene seriously. Brushing your teeth, while necessary, is not sufficient to ensure a perfect set …
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Parent’s Guide on How to Floss Kids’ Teeth
The Australian Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing at least once per day to prevent tartar buildup, cavities, gum disease, and even bad breath. While you probably know flossing is important, and you may even make it a priority for your own teeth, it’s a bit more challenging to instil the flossing habit in your kids. …
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What To Do With Your Child’s Wobbly Tooth
Sometimes it’s unfortunate that parenting doesn’t come with a comprehensive manual. For instance, what do you do when your little one first comes to you saying they have a loose tooth? Loose teeth are expected in a certain age range, and everyone goes through the process of replacing baby teeth with permanent adult teeth. How …
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What To Do When You Have a Tooth Knocked Out
If you suffer a blow to the mouth or fall and hit your face, this could cause severe damage to your teeth. Sometimes, an impact can knock teeth out completely. A tooth knocked out of your mouth is a dental avulsion. Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to save a tooth knocked out of …
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Why A Dentist May Recommend Tooth Crowns for Kids
Dental crowns (also known as caps) are protective and functional tooth coverings that rest on top of damaged teeth. A dentist may recommend a crown for a child if they have found large cavities that cannot be resolved with a traditional filling, or the primary (baby) tooth is chipped or not growing correctly. The purpose …
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When Do Kids Lose Their Baby Teeth?
Babies get their teeth at varying ages. There is no particular age by which they should have them. If you’re wondering when kids lose baby teeth — there’s a general age, but every child is different. We know the age range when each adult tooth comes through, however. As an adult tooth pushes up, it …
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