DENTAL FILLINGS • Dental fillings are used to repair worn, decayed or damaged teeth.• A healthy diet and regular tooth brushing can prevent tooth decay and the need for dental fillings, along with regular dental checkups. Types of filling material include; • Dental Amalgam ( also known as Silver)• Composite Resin ( also known as Tooth coloured fillings)• Glass Ionomer cement• Gold ( rarely used)• Porcelain Some types of material may be better than others, so discuss your options with your dentist. Ian, the Mosman dentist. Dentist Mosman.Image:Pixabay 0/5 (0 Reviews)
FOODS THAT STAIN YOUR TEETH If wine can stain a table cloth, it’s no surprise that red wine, an acidic drink known for its rich colour will discolour teeth. White wine which has even more acid also can. Fruit and berries: Especially blackberries, blueberries and other vibrant fruits can stain teeth. Soft drinks, juices, and sports drinks are also very acidic and can cause staining, along with Tea and coffee. When consuming these drinks/food it’s a good idea to rinse with water straight after, and brushing teeth as soon as possible is a good idea. Keep up your regular dental …
THE ARRIVAL OF BABY TEETH Most babies will develop teeth between 6 and 12 months. Around 3 months of age, babies will begin exploring the world of their mouth and have increased saliva and start to put their hands in their mouth. The first tooth usually appears around 6 months. Typically, the first teeth to come in are almost always the lower front teeth (the lower central incisors) and most children will usually have all their baby teeth by age 3. Parents can ease teething pain by massaging their baby’s gums with clean fingers, offering solid not liquid filled teething rings, or …
KNOCKING OUT A PERMANENT TOOTH A knocked out permanent tooth is an emergency, if you don’t get help as soon as possible it can be impossible to salvage the tooth and the socket can become badly infected. By taking quick action, you can save both the tooth and socket. Find the tooth Pick it up by the crown, not the fleshy root If it looks dirty, give it a quick rinse with a sterile saline solution, milk or saliva. Don’t scrub it or touch it So unappealing as its sounds, try to put the tooth back into the socket. Then …
INTERESTING FUN FACTS ABOUT TEETH The average person spends around 38 days in their lifetime brushing their teeth. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. Like finger prints, everyone’s tongue print is different. Giraffe’s only have lower teeth. If your right handed, you will chew your food on the right side. If your left handed you will tend to chew your food on the left side. The amount of money now left by the tooth fairy is $2. In 1866, Lucy Beaman Hobbs became the first licensed female dentist. Sharks continuously shed their teeth. 35,000 in a …
TOOTHACHE A toothache is most often caused when the nerve of the tooth is irritated. There are numerous reasons for a person to experience tooth pain: Dental cavities/tooth decay Hot or cold air Temperature sensitivity/hot or cold liquids or food Teeth grinding or clenching Orthodontic movement/braces Abscessed tooth Impacted wisdom teeth Pregnancy Gingivitis/periodontal disease Tooth fracture Acid Erosion Damaged fillings/crowns A toothache needs to be differentiated from other sources of pain such as facial pain, sinusitis, ear and throat pain or an injury to the Jaw. See your dentist as soon as possible to determine the cause of your …
Mouth Wash and your Dental Routine. Dental mouthwash can be a useful weapon in your dental health routine. Brush, floss and rinse? Brushing removes most food, bacteria and plaque from the surface of your teeth and flossing gets in where your brush can’t reach . Some of us wonder if they should include mouthwash in their dental routine . Check with your dentist as he will be able to advise you on which mouthwash is suitable for you. If you suffer from a dry mouth it is best to avoid mouthwashes with alcohol in them as it will dry your …
What to eat after an extraction Once you’ve scheduled the surgery, you might wonder what to eat after a tooth extraction. As you might expect, soft foods are ideal during the first few days of recovery. WHAT TO EAT: Unless you have particularly sensitive teeth, ice cream tops the list of what to eat after an extraction. It’s cool and soft so you can eat it comfortably even when your mouth is tender. Because ice cream is cold it can help minimise any natural swellings that occur in the mouth. Soft serve is ideal right after surgery as itdoesn’t require …
PORCELAIN VENEERS Porcelain Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain shaped to fit over the front side of your teeth. Veneers are strong, look natural and are made to match the shape and colour of your own teeth. Teeth that are discoloured, chipped, decayed, or poorly shaped are good candidates for veneers. To prepare your teeth for veneers, the dentist will remove about one millimetre of enamel from each tooths surface, then an impression of your mouth is taken and then the veneers are custom made. The veneers are then bonded on to the tooth. Discuss having your smile corrected with …
Acidic Foods and your teeth Oranges, Grapefruits, cranberries, coffee, alcohol, fruit juices are common foods and drinks that are acidic, which is why it is important to ensure that they don’t harm the enamel on your teeth. When the acids in the food you eat and drink cause the enamel to wear away, tooth sensitivity can occur as a result. The teeth can also discolour. Brushing after a meal is generally a good idea and making a habit of rinsing with water after acidic foods and drinks . See your dentist if you are experiencing tooth sensitivity. Your dentist may …
