Many people are incredibly nervous when visiting the dentist, then the safety of sedation becomes another concern. We are particularly sympathetic to “dental phobics”, we care and have empathy for our Adelaide patients. Our principle dentist Dr. Elizabeth Chryssidis is a specialist in sedation dentistry, so we can provide safe sedation dentistry for people who…
The application of fissure sealants is necessary to preserve the integrity of your child’s permanent teeth. As soon as your child starts having permanent teeth, which usually occurs between six and seven years, it is recommended that sealants be applied. At this time, it is important that you bring your child regularly to the dentist.…
Accidents happen and are sometimes unavoidable. However, you can minimise the impact of the dental trauma by following these tips. Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek For any injuries that result in bleeding, apply direct pressure to the injured area with a clean cloth or gauze pack to control the bleeding. However, if bleeding…
Dental Matters, your Adelaide dentist, can help freshen your smile and breath. Halitosis is a condition of having offensive smelling breath which can cause psychological distress. It affects 25% of people globally. There are a number of potential causes, though the most common cause is due to oral hygiene. Common causes of bad breath: Odour…
Starting from the age of about 18 months, a 6 monthly dental visit is recommended for the maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. A Dental and Oral examination includes: Examining the head, neck, face and joint (Temporomandibular Joint) for anything out of the ordinary. Checking for any dental decay, damaged fillings, broken teeth or any…
Wear a mouthguard at play to keep the injuries at bay. One of the most common causes of dental injury are caused by sporting accidents. Thousands of people every year, including children are treated for dental injuries that could have been minimised or even avoided if they had worn a custom-fitted mouthguard. Did you know?…