What are hidden dental problems? Often patients say they have no problems they are just looking to have their teeth checked. Sadly, too often we find these patients have a number of decaying teeth and bone rotting away due to gum infection. The human body is very good at resisting bacterial infection. As such, it does not show sensitivity or ...
At some point in our lives, all of us go need emergency dental care. Whether it’s a cracked or knocked out tooth, an alarming amount of blood after brushing your teeth or being woken at night with toothache, your dentist is your best friend.
Lifetime Dental offers a dedicated dental emergency program. We provide an in-hours and out-of-hours number, and we leave ...
One of the most common problems people come in to see us about at Lifetime Holistic Dental is tooth decay, also referred to as dental cavities. Generally, dental cavities are relatively easy to fix, requiring a simple filling. But, if they’re not caught early enough, cavities can lead to a whole host of problems like tooth and bone loss, as well ...
If you haven’t visited a dentist recently, you’re not alone. Approximately half of the Australian population haven’t visited the dentist in the past 12 months, despite recommendations that you should get a scale and clean, and professional
You need to wear sports mouthguards if you play any form of contact sport like football, and even non-contact sports like basketball or hockey. Any type of
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Sometimes teeth are too severely damaged or impacted to be saved. While this isn’t an ideal outcome, sometimes it is necessary and can protect your mouth from problems down the track. Other common reasons for tooth extraction ...
There’s nothing worse than an unexplained bout of bad breath. It kills your confidence, it stops you from being intimate, it makes your food taste awful and every single moment of social interaction is filled with the ...
Root canal treatment is also known as ENDO or RCT therapy. The process works to disinfect the nerve canal inside the tooth. You will know you need this treatment because you will most often experience severe pain.
The vast majority of us will need to have our wisdom teeth removed at some point. It’s a rite of passage and a kind of marker that we have reached adulthood. They usually erupt between the ages ...
Like almost every aspect of life, dentistry has well and truly gone digital. This has optimised the field and opened up a vast array of benefits for both dentists and patients. So, exactly how is digital dentistry ...
Most dental patients are pretty good at brushing their teeth at least twice a day. This is a great way to protect your teeth and gums from
Everyone brushes their teeth (hopefully) but are you a tooth cleaning master? There is far more to effective teeth cleaning than just rubbing some toothpaste over your pearly whites. High rates of gum disease and
Modern dentistry is so far removed from the older aspects of dentistry that the modern dentist would hardly recognise the practices of yesteryear. In fact, the present-day dentist is a mix between a scientist and an artist. ...
Tongue tie is a largely misunderstood health issue. It can cause many unrecognised major health consequences, ranging from problems with suckling, breastfeeding and chewing, through to speech impediments and even issues with facial growth and development affecting ...
Dentures are among the most common and cost effective ways of replacing missing teeth. ...
Anyone with a child understands how important it is to instil healthy habits into their lives as early as possible. The choices you make for your child can impact them forever. You eat healthily in preparation for ...
You may have heard about the Netflix documentary, Root Cause. The documentary examines the link between root canal infections and a range of serious systemic conditions ranging from heart attacks to various forms of cancer, and even ...
Thumb sucking is a calming behaviour that most children exhibit. Usually, thumb sucking falls away naturally, with children growing out of the habit. However, some kids will continue to suck their thumbs well past toddler-age. At this ...
Despite warnings from your dentist, people continue to neglect their dental hygiene. A good oral hygiene routine is the bedrock of healthy gums, teeth and a healthy mouth. The flow on effect is enormous—good mouth health is ...
Here at Lifetime Dental, we care about more than just your teeth. We’re here to help with your overall health and wellbeing. The practice of
There has been a global increase in reports of children suffering from a dental condition known as ‘chalky teeth’ in the molar and incisor teeth. This condition causes discolouration to teeth, while also making them more sensitive ...
Falling pregnant is such an exciting time—waiting for your new little bundle of joy to arrive. But, pregnancy should also be a time to take stock of your health and ensure everything is perfect for both Mum ...
We all now know that sugar has a hugely detrimental effect on health, including gut and dental health. In an effort to have our cake and eat it too, a lot of us have turned to artificial ...
Did you know that nearly 50% of children suffer a fractured tooth at one point during their childhood? Yes, 50% of parents have to endure their worst nightmare and watch on as an accident wreaks havoc on ...
Lifetime Dental’s chief dentist, Dr Chris Darby has been dedicated to holistic forms of dental care for over 30 years. This form of dentistry is concerned with much more than treating teeth and gums, it’s about restoring ...
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Dental exams and cleanings are a vital part of your oral care. They help us to catch any problems early and nip them in the ...
Removable partial or full dentures require proper care to keep them clean, free from stains and bacteria and looking their best. For good denture care:
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When you hear the dentist reciting numbers while the inside of your mouth is being examined you may think your teeth are being counted. Not so. Your gum health is actually being assessed.
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