With pregnancy, discomfort comes with the territory. Your body is changing, so a sore back or trouble getting comfortable is par for the course. But while you’re piling up pillows to help you sleep at night, you might notice another source of pregnancy discomfort: Your teeth. Sensitive teeth during pregnancy can happen to expect mothers,…
Pregnancy is the most beautiful journey in a woman’s life. Therefore, it is imperative to ensure a healthy nine months even with having good oral health. Unfortunately, sometimes women face dental problems during pregnancy. Any dental problems or toothache should not be left untreated at any stage of pregnancy. However, some pregnant women are concerned…
Child teeth grinding is a common concern we hear from parents. This is also known as bruxism. Grinding can happen while awake or asleep, and parents know when it happens because it sounds like nails on a chalkboard! Causes of Teeth Grinding Teeth Grinding happens for many reasons including stress and anxiety. Other sources of…
As a pediatric dentist, I am in the profession of saving teeth, but sometimes a kid’s tooth extraction is necessary. Common Reasons for a Kid’s Tooth Extraction Most often, teeth are recommended for extraction when there is infection under the tooth (known as an abscess). Another common reason for extraction is when the cavity is…
Although it’s largely preventable, tooth decay remains one of the most common childhood diseases, affecting 42 percent of children aged between 2 and 11. A routine of good dental hygiene and regular pediatric dental checkups can make a huge difference in avoiding this common problem. But, as your child gets older, it’s important to keep…
There are plenty of old wives’ tales that exist about our teeth (tooth fairy, anyone?) and although modern dentistry has come a long way, some myths persist. We asked Dr Adam Alford, dentist at Bupa Dental Brisbane, the truth about some common mouthcare misconceptions. Claim: You must brush your teeth harder to remove more plaque…
The Australian Government may have decided against introducing a ‘sugar tax,’ but the discussions this provoked have helped to raise awareness of how too much sugar can be hazardous to health, contributing to health problems such as obesity and tooth decay.1 Sugar occurs naturally in many foods, from fruit to dairy products, but it’s added…
Your days of tooth fairy visits may be long over, but it is still possible to lose a tooth in adulthood due to decay, infections or trauma. If you take good care of your teeth, however, it’s probably not something you’ll ever need to worry about. Bupa Dental’s Dr Greg Thomas says tooth decay is…
As ever when it comes to your teeth, prevention is better than cure. The best way to keep your smile looking bright is to avoid consuming staining substances in the first place. And if you’ve just undergone teeth whitening or are thinking about seeking it in the future, avoiding stains can help you get the…
Every child is at risk of tooth decay. The enamel (hard outer layer) is much thinner and softer on baby teeth, making them at greater risk of decay. The good news is that tooth decay is largely preventable. Baby teeth help children to eat and speak. They also guide the permanent adult teeth into position,…