A healthy smile for a happier you…
A happier you with general dentistry
Concerned about your oral well-being?
A healthy smile is important for achieving overall well-being and vitality
Most would agree that beautiful teeth and a healthy smile and mouth are great assets to have for daily life.
Importance of good oral health and regular checks up
We all want our teeth to last a life time.
Research also indicates inadequate oral health can have a detrimental impact on your general well-being and may even heighten your risk of stroke, heart disease, cardiovascular disease and respiratory disease. General Dentistry treatment will help restore your dental health and help you re-establish your general well-being
What’s involved?
Routine dental check-ups combined with day to day oral hygiene techniques will help prevent the need for fillings and keep your teeth healthy and vibrant. We highly recommend visiting your dentist every six months for a thorough examination and clean. Other steps which can be taken to increase the health of your teeth and gums include;
- Brushing twice daily
- Using a soft toothbrush with rounded bristles
- Replacing your toothbrush every three to four months
- Using toothpaste with fluoride
- Flossing once daily
- Avoiding tobacco products
- Avoiding excessive alcohol use
General dental procedures:
- Oral hygiene
- Clean and polish
- Dental Crowns & bridges
- Dental Implants
- Wisdom teeth removal
- Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)
- Custom-fitted mouth guards
How many teeth do I have?
Count them. A normal person has 28 teeth plus 4 Wisdom Teeth.
What tooth brush should I use?
The best toothbrush is one with a small head and soft bristles. Electric toothbrushes can also be very good, particularly for people who find correct brushing techniques difficult to master.
What toothpaste should I use?
Choose a toothpaste containing fluoride. Fluoride combines with minerals in your saliva to toughen your tooth enamel and help stop decay.
How often should I floss?
You should floss your teeth once daily
What causes tooth decay?
Sugar is the main cause of decay and it is found in many foods we eat and beverages we drink.
Bacteria that have settled on a tooth thrive on sugar. Unfortunately when bacteria and sugar get together a chemical reaction occurs that produces acid which eats away at the enamel of the tooth leading to decay.
Fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel making it harder for the acid to eat its way into the tooth but once the decay process has started it accelerates at a rapid rate. It is therefore important to try and limit the amount of sweet foods and drink that we consume and to brush our teeth shortly after every meal – including lunch.
DENTAL CARE NETWORK™ is an Australian network of dentists and dental pratices offering quality, professional dental services such as teeth whitening, CEREC, TMJ Symptoms Treatment, wisdom teeth removal and porcelain veneers. Our network features Sydney dentists, Melbourne dentists and dental practices in many locations around Australia.
