Dental problems are never any fun, but the good news is that most of them can be easily prevented. Brushing twice a day, flossing daily, eating properly and regular dental check-ups are essential steps in preventing dental problems. Educating yourself about common dental problems and their causes can also go a long way in prevention.
Here are some of the more common dental problems we get asked about.
Your Gums are Swollen and Inflamed.
Your gums are thick fibrous pink tissues that cover and protects your jaw that your teeth grow through. The tissue of your gums is pink due to the large number of blood vessels it contains. It’s also why they can be sensitive and easily damaged.
Your Teeth are Sensitive to Temperatures
Do you find that the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee is sometimes a painful experience for you? You may have sensitive teeth.
The Benefits of Dentures
If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. Dentures make it easier to eat and speak.
Ageing and Tooth Decay
As you age, it can be normal for saliva levels to decrease. Prescribed medications can cause saliva flow to decrease. Saliva is our mouths natural defence against decay. Understanding the background to the tooth decay process.
Wisdom Teeth Pain or Swelling in the Back
Healthy wisdom teeth are an asset to your mouth. However when they grow poorly positioned or unhealthily, they could cause problem.
What to do about Missing Teeth
If you are self-conscious because you have missing teeth, wear dentures that are uncomfortable and would prefer to keep the structure of your good teeth, dental implants may be an option for you.
Chips, cracks, stains or gaps in your teeth?
You don’t have to live with chips, cracks, stains or gaps in your teeth. Thanks to a dental technique called bonding or direct tooth bonding.
You have White or Brown Stains on your Teeth
Our teeth don’t always look as white as we’d like them to. Sometimes it’s the foods and drinks we like that cause staining. And, simply ageing can cause your teeth to yellow. It happens to almost everyone eventually.
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Professional Tooth Whitening
If you’ve noticed your teeth looking dull and not as bright as they once did, a simple, safe and effective teeth whitening treatment may be the answer for you.
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Teeth Whitening Treatments – Adelaide & Brighton
Look great and feel confident on your special day with a whiter, brighter smile in 90 minutes with the latest technology.
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Crowns and Bridges
If it hurts when you bite down, it is possible that your tooth is cracked. If a tooth is cracked, it is a serious condition and does usually require a crown.
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Veneers
If your teeth are chipped, cracked, crooked or stained, there’s no need to panic. Veneers help fix broken or chipped teeth, hide gaps, align teeth and more.
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Inlays and Onlays
Prevent the need for a dental crown with a dental inlay. Dental inlays are a natural-looking restoration and an excellent option to replace large dental fillings.
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Natural Coloured Fillings
The latest techniques and composite resins designed colour matched to your natural tooth shades.
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CEREC – Single Visit Dentistry
Advanced CEREC machine enables our dentists to create and fabricate your new restoration in a single appointment – saving you time and expense.
Dental Appointments Available. New Patients Welcome.
Whether you have an emergency or would like to speak to somebody about a smile makeover, there’s a fast and easy way to schedule your next appointment at either of our dental clinics.