Author: Daniel Kaufman
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Should I Remove My Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the most commonly removed teeth in Australia — but not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. Here’s how to think about it clearly. Wisdom teeth — third molars — typically emerge between the ages of 17 and 25, though they can appear later or not at all. Most adults have four,…
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Sudden Sharp Pain When Chewing — What Is It and What Should You Do?
Sharp pain when you bite down is one of those symptoms that’s hard to ignore — and shouldn’t be. A sudden, sharp pain when chewing is your tooth signalling that something is structurally or biologically wrong. Unlike the dull ache of a developing cavity or the generalised sensitivity of enamel erosion, pain specifically triggered by…
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How Do I Get Rid of Halitosis(Bad Breath) Permanently?
Permanently eliminating bad breath isn’t about finding a better mouthwash. It’s about identifying and resolving the underlying cause — and maintaining the conditions that prevent it returning. Halitosis affects an estimated 25 to 30 percent of the population. The vast majority manage it symptomatically — mints, gum, mouthwash, repeated brushing — without ever addressing why…
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Hole in a Tooth — What Should You Do?
A hole in a tooth doesn’t fix itself. The longer it’s left, the more complex and costly the treatment becomes. Discovering a hole in your tooth — whether you feel it with your tongue, notice it in the mirror, or a dentist points it out — is one of those moments where the temptation to…
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Why Do I Have Bad Breath Even After Brushing?
f your breath still isn’t fresh after brushing, the problem isn’t your technique — it’s the source, and brushing alone can’t reach it. Bad breath after brushing is one of the most frustrating and socially distressing dental complaints. Most people respond by brushing more frequently, using stronger mouthwash, or consuming mints and gum in increasing…
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Why Are Teeth Sensitive to Hot or Cold?
That sharp, sudden pain when you sip hot coffee or bite into something cold is your tooth telling you something. The question is — what? Tooth sensitivity to temperature is one of the most common dental complaints we see at Tooronga Family Dentistry, and one of the most misunderstood. Many people accept it as normal,…
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Smile Makeovers in Glen Iris — Composite Bonding, Veneers and Cosmetic Dentistry
Your smile is one of the first things people notice. If you’ve been hiding yours, modern cosmetic dentistry offers more options than ever — and more affordably than most people expect. A smile makeover isn’t a single procedure. It’s a personalised combination of treatments chosen to address your specific concerns — whether that’s chipped, worn,…
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Best Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth in Australia
Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common dental complaints — but not all sensitive toothpastes work the same way. That sharp, sudden pain when you drink something cold, bite into ice cream, or breathe in cold air is tooth sensitivity. It’s caused by exposed dentine — the layer beneath enamel — whose microscopic tubules…
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Gum Disease and Bad Breath — What’s the Connection?
Persistent bad breath is rarely about what you ate. More often, it’s a sign that something is happening beneath your gumline. Bad breath — clinically known as halitosis — is one of the most common complaints in dental practice. While most people reach for mouthwash or mints, these only mask the symptom. If your bad…
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Enamel erosion is permanent. Understanding what causes it is the first step to stopping it.
Unlike tooth decay, which is caused by bacteria, enamel erosion is a chemical process — acid directly dissolving the mineral structure of your enamel. And unlike many dental problems, it is largely diet-driven, meaning the choices you make every day are either protecting or slowly destroying the hardest substance in your body. What is enamel…