Oral Health & Dental Diseases

A root canal is a treatment that is often misunderstood. People associate it with fear and pain, but this is often far from the truth. A root canal treatment is performed to save a badly infected or decayed tooth. With modern dentistry, root canal treatments should be...

Everyone wants healthy, white teeth. Apart from improving your confidence, good oral health contributes significantly to your overall health and wellbeing. Luckily, achieving and maintaining healthy white teeth is an attainable goal. At Beaches Dental Mona Vale, we...

Raising a child can be hard - there are a million things to worry about, from head lice to bruised knees, and everything in between. If you can begin caring for your children's oral health right from the very start, it can make life a whole lot easier as they get...

When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? If you can’t remember, the chances are you’re due for a new one. We often neglect or forget to change our toothbrushes, but it is really important for our oral health. Changing your toothbrush regularly ensures you...

Dental fillings are one of the most common dental procedures. They are used to treat tooth decay by filling holes known as cavities or areas of missing teeth. Cavities can cause pain, sensitivity and only get worse over time. A dental filling is a relatively quick and...

Cavities (aka tooth decay) are fairly common in young children. With 4 in 10 non-indigenous and 6 in 10 indigenous kids having holes in their baby teeth. This is because children can be at greater risk of tooth decay than adults. The enamel (tough outer layer) is much...

You may have noticed some of your teeth beginning to look translucent around the edges. There are a few causes of this. Even with the best oral hygiene habits, you can still form translucent teeth. If you are concerned you should speak to your dentist.  At Beaches...

Preventative dentistry can save you time and money in the long run. If you take care of your oral health now, you may prevent issues from occurring later on. These issues may include tooth decay and gum disease, which can both be painful and costly to manage....

Waking up with a dry mouth can be very uncomfortable. Luckily you can usually relieve it quickly by drinking some water. But what are the causes of dry mouth? Can we prevent it from occurring in the first place? We’ll answer those questions and more in this article. ...

Flossing is a step that many of us overlook but it should be a regular part of your oral care routine. Flossing helps to remove food that your toothbrush may miss. It also helps to remove plaque and other build-ups. There are different types of teeth flossing tools on...