If sipping an ice-cold drink or eating ice cream is a pain rather than a pleasure, you may have tooth sensitivity. This problem can arise if the tooth enamel covering your teeth wears down, exposing the softer dentine underneath. Whenever you eat or drink something hot or cold or sweet or sour, these sensations can […] Read more
If you’ve noticed blood in the sink or on your toothbrush after you brush or floss your teeth, it’s a sign you shouldn’t ignore. Strong, healthy gums do not bleed, and one of the most common reasons for bleeding gums is gum disease. Gum Disease Bleeding gums are one of the signs of early gum […] Read more
Autumn is in the air; as the seasons change, the nights draw in, and the days become shorter and cooler. These changes can also affect your oral health in several ways. Understanding the potential impact will enable you to maintain optimal oral health year-round more easily. Tooth Sensitivity Many people have sensitive teeth, and the […] Read more
Getting older carries a higher risk of dental problems, including oral infections and tooth decay. Tooth loss is normally due to tooth infections and can make it significantly trickier to eat comfortably, so it is harder to chew certain foods, including those that are more nutritious and can negatively affect appearance. Complete tooth loss is […] Read more
Many people are trying to take a more sustainable approach to life, including dental care products. Like many items, oral care products are often made from plastics or hard-to-recycle materials. Still, if you look around, it is possible to find oral care products that take a greener approach without compromising oral health. Below you will […] Read more
Dental technology is advancing at a terrific pace so that we can diagnose and treat oral health problems more quickly and effectively. Some of the latest advancements that are proving very useful within the dental world include digital dentistry, 3D Planning for Invisalign, 3-D printing, and laser dentistry. These advancements aren’t just limited to professional […] Read more
At Lakeside Dental Spa, we are on a mission to prove that dental visits can be a pleasant experience and here are five things we know you will love about our practice. Relax in a Spa-Like Environment If the thought of going to the dentist brings up memories of unpleasant chemical smells and a cold, […] Read more
Everyone visiting our dental practice always receives a warm welcome from our kind and caring staff. We have worked hard to create a relaxing environment so people can feel comfortable visiting us, but we realise this isn’t always enough. Many people feel a little bit of anxiety when visiting the dentist, but they can overcome […] Read more
Severe gum disease is a condition that is also called periodontal disease or periodontitis. It is, unfortunately, extremely common, affecting around one in ten of the world’s population. Periodontal disease is often called a silent disease, as the early symptoms are very easy to miss or ignore. Consequently, when it is finally diagnosed, the condition […] Read more
As a family-oriented dental practice, our Woombye dentists always enjoy seeing younger patients and treating them as gently as family. We recommend that a child sees a dentist in Woombye while they are still very young, as it is the best way to avoid cavities in children’s teeth. Early Childhood Caries Early childhood caries is […] Read more
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