Don’t ig-gnaw your gnawing habit Do you regularly chew and gnaw on hard objects such as pens, pencils or ice cubes? This is a habit that you mustn’t ignore! You could be causing more damage than you realise. Constantly biting and grinding your teeth on hard objects can chip, wear-down, damage and erode the protective…
Do you clean your tongue? Brushed teeth. Tick. Flossed. Tick. Rinsed with mouthwash. Tick. Cleaned tongue…? It might seem a strange concept, but your tongue does harbour bacteria, just like the other areas of your mouth, and these bacteria can play a part in causing bad breath. In fact, the majority of the bacteria in…
Tiring of Sleep Apnoea Sleep apnoea is a common condition that involves disturbed sleep as a result of disruptions to breathing. Apnoea meaning the absence of breath. It is not simply a case of snoring or a restless night sleep, and can have serious health consequences if left undiagnosed and untreated. There are three types…
Is your acidic diet eating away your tooth enamel? Do you regularly consume acidic foods and drinks such as fruit (particularly citrus), pickles, tomato products, tea, coffee, fruit juices, soft drink and alcohol (e.g. wine and pre-mixed drinks)? Then your diet could be eroding your tooth enamel – which may lead to yellowing, pain and…
Xerostomia (zeer-oh-stoh-mee-ah) is the medical term for the chronic condition of dry mouth. Everyone experiences a dry mouth from time-to-time, but when it becomes a continuous experience it may be time to make an appointment with one of our highly experienced Dentists at Tindale Dental Centre, as you could have a problem with producing saliva….
Have you ever asked your dentist this question? If you have you will know the answer is a definite “yes”! And how often? You should be flossing at least once daily. Brushing your teeth is great for cleaning the visible surfaces, but not so much the surfaces between the teeth. This makes up nearly half…
Kids and Cavities Did you know that in a recent nationwide study by Adelaide University where 24,000 kids were randomly chosen for a dental examination across many different communities, as many as half of all six-year olds examined showed signs of dental disease! The researchers were quick to point out that the reasons behind such…
Halitosis, or bad breath, is an embarrassing problem that nearly everyone knows, yet few want to talk about. Our experienced dentists at Tindale Dental centre can help you get to the bottom of this problem and give you simple solutions to prevent bad breath. Bad breath has many causes, such as: Odor-causing foods Tooth decay…
Do you wake up with dull headaches or stiff, sore jaw muscles? If so, you may have a habit of grinding or clenching the teeth called bruxism. Many people are unaware they even do this because it often happens while they are sleeping. However, dental professionals can usually detect signs of wear on your teeth….
Thumb sucking Thumb sucking is a common habit in children from infancy to age four. Children suck their thumbs due to boredom, hunger, fatigue, stress, for comfort or as a sleep aid/association. However, this seemingly harmless habit can start affecting their dental health at five to six years of age. At this point, ending the…
Is eating ice cream or sipping a cup of hot coffee painful for you? The answer is a resounding “yes” for people who suffer from sensitive teeth. Many adults experience hypersensitivity when they eat, drink or touch their teeth. Fortunately, dentistry can offer simple and effective treatments for this uncomfortable condition. Possible causes of tooth…
Have you ever felt painful clicking or popping in your jaw when you talk or chew? Many people suffer from a jaw, muscle and joint disorder known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD) and may not even know it. While it is not always possible to pinpoint the exact cause of TMD, in many cases it…
Dentists can treat sleep apnoea that is not severe. In fact, studies have shown that oral dental appliances are effective, safe and simple treatment options for suffers from mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnoea. Our Penrith dentists here at Tindale Dental Centre have expertise and training in dental sleep solutions. We can provide the advice,…
By sticking to a strict dental routine, minimising overall consumption of chocolate and following the tips below, you and your family can minimise tooth decay and maintain great oral health this Easter. Avoid continuous consumptions Aim to enjoy your Easter sweets at mealtimes, rather than between meals. Chewing on food continuously means that your saliva…
Do you wake up with dull headaches or stiff, sore jaw muscles? If so, you may have a habit of grinding or clenching the teeth called bruxism. Many people are unaware they even do this because it often happens while they are sleeping. However, dental professionals can usually detect signs of wear on your teeth….
A mouthguard can reduce the risk of dental injuries. Sport, leisure and recreation activities are the most common causes of dental injuries. Dental injuries can be painful, disfiguring and expensive to treat. It isn’t possible to wear a mouthguard at all times to avoid dental injury but you can help protect your mouth or your…
Many of us will have made New Year’s resolutions to perhaps exercise more frequently and to eat more healthily, but did you know having good dental health can help? In fact your mouth is a ‘window’ to the rest of your body, and if you neglect it you are more at risk of developing general…
Much like the debate of folding versus scrunching or showering in the morning versus at night, whether you should brush your teeth before or after brekkie is a topic of much contention. On one hand, if you brush before breakfast you’re getting rid of those awful bacteria responsible for having bad breath. On the other…
Professional teeth whitening is a well-proven, safe and effective way to enhance your smile. Many of us find that our teeth colour has dulled over time. This can be due to dietary factors with coffee, tea and red wine being the main culprits, habits such as smoking or it can simply be a part of…
It’s the beginning of 2018, and you know what that means: it won’t be long before the kids have to get back to school and out of your hair. Before they get on the bus or you drop them off, make their way to class and hit the books, think about the best way for…