Posts by Mosman 3D Dental
How Does Smoking Damage Your Teeth?
Smoking is harmful to health in many ways, but as the entry point for tobacco, nicotine and other substances in smoke, the mouth can show some of their most visible effects. Friday, 31st May 2024 is World No Tobacco Day, a campaign aimed at improving awareness of the harmful effects of tobacco use. Here’s some…
Read MoreCan Anyone Get Veneers?
Can Anyone Get Veneers? If you’re not satisfied with your smile and want to make a change, dental veneers could be a convenient cosmetic option. These thin coverings of natural-looking porcelain or resin are custom made by dentists to replace the visible surfaces of teeth and improve their appearance. Dental veneers can address many aesthetic…
Read MoreWhy Does My Jaw Hurt? Understanding TMJ Pain and Treatment
Why Does My Jaw Hurt? Understanding TMJ Pain and Treatment Jaw pain can have many possible causes, from physical injuries to orthodontic issues and infections. If you also have a headache, other pains in nearby areas, or struggle to open or close your jaws, this could indicate a problem with the jaw joints, also known…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Kids’ Teeth This Easter
After Christmas, Easter is another time of year when many kids are allowed to overindulge in sweet treats. While it’s never a good idea to go overboard on sugar, chocolate eggs and other Easter favourites don’t have to be avoided altogether, as long as kids are taught to be responsible about their oral health and…
Read MoreCan a Damaged Tooth Heal By Itself?
Bones and other structures in the body can heal themselves naturally over time with proper therapeutic care, but what about teeth? While some lost enamel may be rebuilt with a good diet and good oral hygiene practices, a decayed, chipped or fractured tooth isn’t able to heal itself naturally and needs professional care. If you…
Read MoreWhitening: Will It Hurt? Will It Be Safe?
If your teeth are stained, discoloured or not as white as you’d like, you might be considering whitening options to brighten your smile. Like any decision about your teeth, talking to a dentist should be your first step to understand your options for safe and pain-free teeth whitening with natural-looking results. Call (02) 9969 8610…
Read MoreThe Link Between Heart Health and Oral Health
Oral health problems like gum disease can lead to receding gums, tooth loss and deterioration of the jaw, but their effects aren’t restricted to the mouth. Oral health is part of overall health, and numerous studies have found connections between poor oral health and heart conditions such as heart disease, heart attacks and stroke. By…
Read MoreWhen Do Kids’ Teeth Erupt and Fall Out?
Teething and losing teeth are normal parts of every childhood. Most children have 20 primary (baby) teeth by the age of 3 and start to lose their teeth by the age of 6 or 7. These are replaced by the permanent (adult) teeth, which usually finish erupting around the age of 13, followed by the…
Read MoreWhy Replacing Lost Teeth Is Important for Your Jaw Health
Losing a tooth to dental disease or injury can affect your appearance and could affect your ability to eat and speak, but there can also be other long-term impacts beyond your mouth. The sooner a tooth is replaced after being lost, the lower the risk of problems developing. If you’re missing one or more teeth…
Read MoreLinks Between Mental Health and Oral Health
Mental health and physical health are closely connected, and that includes oral health. There is a growing body of research indicating that people with mental health conditions are more likely to have poor oral health, and vice versa. Improvements in oral health and mental wellbeing can also lead to related improvements, so it’s important to…
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