Dental Blog

A toothache is a sign that something is wrong with a tooth or the gum around it. Pain medicine and

Dental anxiety is common, and it can be managed. Most people feel more comfortable once they have told the dental

Wisdom tooth pain is usually caused by a tooth that is partly through the gum and has become inflamed or

Vaping can affect your teeth and gums. It is linked to a dry mouth, a higher risk of tooth decay,

A holistic dentist is a dentist who describes their approach as considering the whole body, and not only the teeth,

After a routine scale and clean you can usually eat and drink straight away. You may be asked to wait

A dentist is a registered health practitioner who diagnoses, prevents and treats diseases and conditions of the teeth, gums, mouth

Most people with braces are advised to avoid chewing gum, or to chew only sugar-free gum if their dental practitioner

A deep clean costs more than a regular scale and clean because it treats gum disease below the gum line

Yes, a toothache can cause a headache. The teeth, jaws and much of the head are supplied by the same

A dental implant can last for many years, and often for decades, when it is well cared for. The crown

Baking soda (bicarb soda) can remove some surface stains from teeth, but it does not bleach them. It is a

Yes. Dentists in Australia can prescribe medicines, including antibiotics and pain medication, when they are needed for a dental condition.

Gums that bleed when you floss are common, and the usual cause is inflammation from plaque sitting along the gum

What professional teeth whitening costs, what changes the price, whether health funds cover it, and the current whitening offer at Penrith Dental Care.

What oil pulling is, what the evidence says about oil pulling and teeth, the risks, and what dental practitioners recommend.

Common causes of jaw pain, including jaw joint problems and teeth grinding, what helps at home, and which health professional to see.

How to whiten teeth at home safely: take-home trays, shop-bought kits, and why baking soda, charcoal and lemon juice are best avoided.

Which foods are fine with braces, which to avoid, whether you can chew gum with braces, and what to do if a bracket breaks.

How orthodontic braces move teeth, the types of braces, how long treatment takes, and when clear aligners are an alternative.