The importance of early dental check-ups
The importance of early dental check-ups Dr Graham Wong Early dental check-ups - It’s a common misconception that because kids will eventually lose their baby teeth, it’s less important for them to be seen by their local dentist. That could not be any further from the...
Missing Teeth by Dr. Tang
Missing Teeth Missing teeth - the perfect smile can't be complete without a full set of teeth! As we get older, the likelihood of losing some of our natural teeth increases if we don't care for them. This can result in either a partial or complete loss of teeth, also...
Periodontitis – How important really are my gums?
How important are your gums? What kind of dental issues can you gums suffer from and how to dentists treat gum disease? Let's take a look at periodontitis. Periodontitis and your Mouth The team at Fernvale Dental like to use an analogy of your mouth being like your...
Hypomineralisation AKA chalky teeth.
Hypomineralisation (also known as 'chalky teeth') is a developmental condition that affects teeth as they are forming during the last trimester of pregnancy and the first four years of life. Enamel on these teeth has marked, chalky looking areas with less mineral than...
Halitosis – Chronic Bad Breath
Bad breath (also known as halitosis) can impact your life more severely than you'd think. It can make conversation unpleasant, ruin the taste of your food, and it can cause problems in relationships and friendships. So what do you do if your breath stinks? Read one...
Going to the dentist when you’re pregnant?
Going to the dentist when you're pregnant - it's imperative you tell the dentist as, although normal checkups, scale and cleans, and 'normal' fillings can be done during pregnancy, sometimes major dental work (e.g. tooth extractions, root canals) can (and should) be...
Flossing – Is it really worth the effort?
Do I need to floss my teeth every day? This is a good question and one our friendly dentists get asked very frequently. Obviously brushing your teeth is super important and you need to perform it correctly 2x a day, but what about flossing? Just brushing will never...
Does your child need a mouthguard to play sport?
Does your child need a mouthguard to play sport? If your child is over 7 years of age and playing a contact sport, we recommend using a mouthguard to prevent injury. Read more below! Does your child need a mouthguard to play sport? Mouthguards are special devices made...
Baby Teeth (Deciduous) – Early/Late Loss
Baby teeth (also known as deciduous teeth) do eventually fall out, but they play a key role in tooth/mouth development. Let's take a look at what healthy deciduous teeth do for you! Baby Teeth / Deciduous Tooth - A Primer Before they fall out, healthy deciduous teeth...
Tooth Brushing Tips from Fernvale Dental
If your brushing and flossing habits aren't as regular as they might be, you leave yourself open to issues such as bad breath, plaque build up, or cavities, especially if you have braces. Today the team at Fernvale Dental are going to give you some of their favourite...