When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, calcium and phosphate are key ingredients that can make a big difference in overall oral health, says Dr Loan Tram, of Central Park Dentist. Did you know that there are certain minerals that can help protect your teeth? The most well-known is fluoride, but there are also […]
When to Take Your Child to the Dentist
At what age should you take your child to the dentist? Most dentists would say your child’s first dental visit should take place before their second birthday. Dr. Loan Tram, of Central Park Dentist, Sydney, agrees – that way, when it’s time for preventive action, they already know what going to the dentist is all about. […]
Top Tips for Your Dental Health
Did you know that Chippendale Green’s sculptural centrepiece, the Halo, is a salute to the site’s brewery heritage? The halo tips and spins in reaction to the wind, reminiscent of that off-balance tipsy feeling alcohol produces. How brilliant! What’s not brilliant? A toothache. So here are Dr. Loan’s top tips for balancing your dental health […]
Mouthguards – Their Importance in Sport
Approximately 80% of all dental trauma affect the upper front teeth! These teeth are especially important for appearance as well as speech. They should be well protected… but how? A mouthguard is a good start! Should you wear a mouthguard? Mouthguards can lessen the damage by dental trauma, preventing more severe, catastrophic outcomes. Mouthguards have […]
Why Are My Gums Bleeding When I Brush?
Have you ever noticed that your gums bleed or are a bit redder around your teeth? That bleeding you see may be a sign of early-stage gum disease. Inflamed, red, or dark-coloured gums can be a way of the soft tissues around your teeth letting you know there is bacterial build-up present. The bacteria may accumulate close […]