As a dentist in Maroubra, I spend years training not just to care for my patients’ teeth and gums, but also to look after my own. One thing I often tell patients is this. Good dental care is not about being perfect. It is about being consistent and avoiding the small...
Many dental conditions do not start with symptoms of pain. In fact, some of the worst conditions affecting dental health start from a very small scale and progress with time. When they appear very small and harmless, they are normally overlooked – until...
Though it’s not uncommon for babies and young children, thumb sucking usually invokes alarm in parents because of its potential to affect their child’s teeth. However, generally, this habit is a normal behaviour in the initial years of life. The critical...
When it comes to the care of your teeth, you probably have heard your dentist talk about plaque and tartar. Many people get the idea that they are the same thing, but they are not. Understanding the difference can help you keep your smile healthy for years by...
Most people do not jump with excitement at the thought of sitting in a dental chair. For many Australians, the nerves kick in long before the appointment even begins. You feel the tight shoulders, the racing thoughts, and that familiar “I really do not want to...
