Tag: sensitive teeth
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Natural Toothpaste: What Glen Iris Patients Should Know
“Natural” products are becoming more popular across Melbourne — and even right here in Glen Iris. You’ve likely seen natural toothpaste options popping up in supermarkets, pharmacies, and online. But what actually makes a toothpaste “natural,” and is it the right choice for your family? At Tooronga Family Dentistry in Glen Iris, we’re often asked…
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Why Your Teeth Hurt: 10 Causes of Tooth Sensitivity & Solutions in Glen Iris
Experiencing sharp pain when eating ice cream or drinking cold beverages? Wincing during your daily brushing routine? You’re likely dealing with tooth sensitivity—a common dental concern affecting millions of Australians each year. At our Glen Iris dental practice, we frequently treat patients experiencing sensitive teeth. Understanding the underlying causes is the first step toward finding…
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Is tooth paste needed for good oral hygiene?
What’s In Your Toothpaste? How Ingredients Affect Oral Health Standard (non-organic) toothpaste usually contains: Abrasives to clean bacterial film and debris off teeth. Common abrasives include calcium carbonate, dehydrated silica gels, hydrated aluminum oxides, magnesium carbonate, phosphate salts, and silicates. Silica is often the whitening agent in most whitening toothpastes. Detergents that create the foamy sensation, like sodium lauryl sulfate…
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How to Prevent Sensitive Teeth in Winter: Expert Tips from Glen Iris Dentists
How to Prevent Sensitive Teeth During Winter in Glen Iris Huddling up with a warm cup of tea or hot chocolate is one of winter’s simple pleasures. But the cold weather can also bring less pleasant issues such as dry skin, cracked lips, and sensitive teeth. Many people in Glen Iris experience tooth pain as…