Tag: Hawthorn dentist
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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…
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With so many whitening options available, how do you know which one actually delivers results — safely?
Walk into any pharmacy and you’ll find strips, pens, toothpastes and kits all promising a brighter smile. Search online and the options multiply further. But not all whitening is equal — and in Australia, the regulatory landscape plays a significant role in what’s available, what works, and what’s worth your money. How Australian regulations shape…
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Teeth whitening is one of the most requested cosmetic dental treatments — but is it actually safe for your enamel?
It’s a fair question. Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, but it’s also irreplaceable. Once it’s gone, it doesn’t grow back. So before whitening your teeth, it’s worth understanding exactly what whitening does — and what it doesn’t do. How whitening works Professional whitening uses hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as the…
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Love your morning coffee or evening red wine? Here’s how to keep your smile bright.
Coffee and red wine are two of the most common causes of tooth discolouration. Both contain tannins — naturally occurring compounds that bind to tooth enamel and leave a yellow or brownish film over time. The acidity in both drinks also roughens enamel microscopically, giving stains an even better grip. The result: a smile that…