Trouble sleeping at night? Do you wake up tired? You could have an underlying sleep issue! Sleep issues Insomnia, snoring, bruxism (tooth grinding), and sleep apnoea are often considered the most common sleep issues. Luckily, if you have trouble sleeping, snoring, or grinding your teeth, your dentist may be able to help (or refer…
Not everyone is born with a celebrity smile but do you want to know a secret, the answer is in veneers. And arguably, half of the celebs weren’t born with a perfect smile either! This is why it is not surprising to learn many celebrities have used this particular treatment to achieve that perfect movie-star…
Often we have new patients call and ask what happens when they book a dental check-up appointment with us. A regular dental check-up appointment usually consists of two parts: 1/ Examination of your mouth and teeth by one of our qualified Dentists 2/ Cleaning of your teeth by the Dentist Dental appointment process…
When you experience tooth pain or suffer a dental injury it is essential that you seek emergency dental treatment as soon as possible. But how do you know what is considered a dental emergency? Read on to find out. Dental emergencies in Penrith If you are experiencing the following issues, you have a dental…
Picking out toothpaste is like deciding what to eat on Uber Eats. You have so many brands and types to choose from it can be hard to pick one. How toothpaste works Before we get into the different types of toothpaste it is important to understand why you should use it in the first…
You might be a tooth grinder or jaw clencher and not even know it! Many people aren’t even aware they are grinding their teeth until a partner mentions it or they experience repetitive symptoms and accompanying pain that they can’t explain. Teeth grinding occurs day and night Most people are unaware they grind or…
Dentists in Penrith will tell you to brush your teeth twice a day. However, do you know why brushing twice a day is good for you? Whiter teeth When you eat and drink, colours or pigments from the food and liquid absorb into your teeth. However, brushing twice a day helps remove the discolouring….
Bringing your child to the dentist can be a positive experience if you prepare them. What to expect at your first dental visit The first few visits to your local Penrith dentist is about getting your child comfortable. They meet the dentist, sit in the chair and look at our dental equipment. Typically…
Your wisdom teeth usually come through in your late teens or early twenties. Unfortunately for all of us, wisdom teeth usually come through when your mouth is already full of other teeth! Typically people do not have enough room in their mouth to accommodate four extra wisdom teeth. When wisdom teeth come in,…
Hiding behind hands and a close-lipped smile? Wishing you could have those stellar white teeth like you see when you scroll through the ‘gram? You can! Affordable teeth whitening Get that Insta smile you have always dreamed of with professional teeth whitening! At Tindale Dental in Penrith, we provide two types of affordable teeth whitening…
Has it been one, three, maybe even ten years since you last saw a dentist? Does the thought of even stepping foot into a dental office give you shudders? You are not alone. Thankfully with modern technology, visiting the dentist does not have to be painful or stressful. Sedation dentistry Eliminate the anxiety you feel…
Aging gracefully is more about being healthy and happy whilst maintaining a healthy lifestyle, surrounding yourself with people you love, and doing things that bring you joy. It’s natural to worry about the challenges that aging can bring and one of the minor concerns many people have is how our teeth can become discoloured due…
Our experienced Penrith dentists at Tindale Dental Centre understand sleep apnoea can cause quite a lot of concern if left untreated. Dr Emma Bond, one of the founding principal dentists has a dedicated interest in helping patients with their sleep apnoea concerns. Symptoms of sleep apnoea could include loud snoring, disrupted sleep, daytime sleepiness and…