Tooth decay is one of the most common diseases in the world and ironically one of the most preventable. A question that is frequently asked in the dental clinic is ‘Is tooth decay contagious?’
Tooth decay gradually breaks down and damages tooth structure varying in speed and severity from person to person. The bacteria which causes this destruction can be passed ...
Who can say they love going to the dentist?? Sadly, not many but this is a very common view concerning the dental environment. Many of us grin and bear it in the dental chair, but for some this fear can increase to a true phobia making the thought of dental care purely terrifying.
Dental phobias, also known as dental anxiety, can ...
The way in which your period may affect your teeth and gums are quite varied.
You could find that days leading up to the start of your period that you experience increased soreness in your mouth your gums may swell and bleed. This is caused by increased amounts of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone in your body as ...
If you’re going through menopause, which most women undergo between the ages of 47 and 55, you may have noticed a difference in your oral health such as inflamed gums, burning sensations, altered taste sensations and dry mouth.
You may also find you are more sensitive than normal to hot and cold food and drinks, and that everything tastes ...
Did you know that when you’re pregnant the increase in hormones can affect the health of your gums? These hormonal changes can increase your body’s response to plaque, the layer of germs on the teeth, therefore increasing the risk of gum disease.
You may find your gums are swollen, sore and bleeding when you brush and floss your teeth. This is ...
As we age, everyday use, wear and tear has an effect on your teeth. But there's still a lot you can do to keep them for life and in great shape.
All that chewing, grinding, and biting wears away the hard outer layer of your teeth (enamel). It also wears down the parts you use when you bite and chew.
You can't ...
Over time, eating, grinding our teeth, and the acids in foods wear away the outer tooth enamel and biting edges of teeth. Good habits and routine care can reduce these effects of aging and help prevent tooth loss.
Daily care
It's best to begin as a child, but you are never old to start a healthy, daily ...
Children are more susceptible to cavities than adults. Even in children with healthy teeth, the enamel in their primary, or baby, teeth is not as hard or dense as that in adults.
Holiday treats and foods that are not part of the child’s normal diet can increase the possibility of decay. A few simple ...
There are a number of possible causes of an aching jaw. Until the problem causing the pain is corrected, jaw ache can cause make it difficult to chew or drink. Severe jaw pain can even cause headaches and digestive problems. Arthur Street Dental has solutions for jaw pain.
Not all jaw ache is a symptom of ...
If you or your sleeping partner snore, chances are neither of you are getting a good night’s sleep. Even moderate snoring noise, 40 to 70 decibels, can be as loud as a vacuum cleaner running beside your bed.
Snoring is caused by a partial obstruction of the airway. The blockage may be the result of one or a ...
Have you ever brushed your teeth and noticed that your gums bleed a little? Perhaps you didn’t think much of it. However, gums that bleed consistently can hint that something is wrong with your mouth.
Bleeding is one of the first signs you would notice of gum disease. This happens when your gum line is inflamed ...
Using proper technique when brushing your teeth is important. There's much more to brushing your teeth than loading up your brush with toothpaste and sawing rapidly back and forth.
First of all, that sawing action is a no-no. It will damage your enamel and miss the debris between your teeth. Instead, place your bristles gently where ...
I would estimate that 80 percent of my patients show some kind of effect from tooth grinding at some point in their life. Grinding of the teeth during sleep, also known as bruxism, is a huge problem. Stress is the main cause of bruxism, but it's actually considered to be a sleep disorder. There has been no real diagnosis for ...
We are taught about the importance of oral health at an early age. However, while many people do brush on a regular basis, many people do not floss nearly as often as they should. And even if ...
When you make an appointment at a large dental clinic, you may find yourself meeting with the dental hygienist rather than the dentist him/herself. Some patients get a surprise as they didn’t realise the two were separate qualifications.
The profession of dental hygienist has been around a long time but people don’t always fully understand why they’re seeing ...
Every parent wants their children to grow up with strong, healthy teeth. It’s fair to say most don’t want their kids to develop cavities, an irrational fear of the dentist, or a condition that requires expensive orthodontic work.
Building sound dental hygiene habits is a step in the right direction. But brushing and flossing alone often aren’t enough to address ...
Are you looking for a dentist who can protect the oral health of your whole family? The right family dentist can look after the teeth of both adults and children, letting every member of the family enjoy good dental health. Here are five things to check for when looking for high-quality family dentistry in your local area.