by Dr Linda Chen | Sep 16, 2024 | Dental Treatment, Gum Disease, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Gum disease is a sneaky condition that starts out small, but it can turn into a real trouble-maker if not addressed promptly. It’s particularly prevalent in Australia, with a significant portion of the population affected. Statistics from 2012-14 showed that...
by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 28, 2024 | Gum Disease, Oral Health, Oral Health Senior, Oral Links to General Health, Oral Pathogen, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Have you ever considered that brushing and flossing could be doing more than just keeping your mouth healthy? Recent research reveals a surprising connection that seems to go from oral care into cognitive well-being. It’s no longer just about cavities or...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jan 30, 2024 | Gum Disease, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene Care, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Diligence ensuring optimal oral health is crucial in preventing severe complications associated with dental infections. Neglecting signs of dental problems, particularly abscesses, can lead to a wide range of oral health problems, with severity ranging from persistent...
by Dr Linda Chen | Feb 8, 2023 | Dental Treatment, Diagnosis, Gum Disease, Oral Health, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Root canal treatment vs. Tooth extraction When a tooth is badly damaged or infected, there are two main treatments that are recommended: root canal treatment and tooth extraction. Both procedures have their own pros and cons, so it is important to understand the...
by Dr Linda Chen | Oct 1, 2022 | Dental Treatment, Gum Disease, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Did you know that tooth decay is Australia’s most common chronic disease affecting children and adults? Tooth decay is the term used to describe damage to a tooth’s enamel or surface. It occurs when bacteria inside the mouth produce acids that harm the...
by Dr Linda Chen | Sep 19, 2021 | Gum Disease, Oral Health Men, Oral Health Women, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
If you have puffy, reddish tender gums that bleed easily when you brush your teeth, you may have gingivitis. Chronic gingivitis is fairly common and often ignored. However, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) recently highlighted a University of Sydney study that...
