General
Dr Stephanie Sarkis
Dr Stephanie Sarkis
General Dentist
BBiomed (Melb), DDS (Melb)
3 June 2019
How often should you change your toothbrush?
Toothbrushes play an important role in maintaining your oral hygiene. They remove plaque and microorganisms capable of causing cavities and even bad breath. But even after ...
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3 June 2019
General
Core Dental
3 March 2019
What is temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) and...
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a term that encompasses a wide range of conditions that are associated with the temporomandibular (jaw) joint (TMJ) or the muscles of ...
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3 March 2019
General
Core Dental
2 October 2018
I have a terrible fear of going to the dentist. What...
Dental anxiety and dental phobia are quite common afflictions, affecting many people and preventing them from seeking regular dental care.
Dental phobia is an intense, unreasonable ...
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2 October 2018
General
Core Dental
10 July 2018
How will I know if I need my wisdom teeth removed?
Wisdom tooth removal is something that most people
experience at some point in their lives. Knowing what to expect after surgery
and what is involved in the recovery can ...
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10 July 2018
General
Core Dental
3 July 2018
Can you reverse tooth decay?
In short, yes. Tooth decay can be stopped or reversed – but only if you catch it in the early stages and the decay has not yet reached the dentine, which is the bony tissue ...
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3 July 2018
General
Core Dental
25 June 2018
6 questions often asked of dentists
Here we have answered six questions commonly asked by patients when they attend the dentist.
1. What are my options to fill a gap in my mouth?
There are three options to ...
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25 June 2018
General
Core Dental
21 June 2018
Why is dental health important during pregnancy?
A nationwide survey released by the
Australian Dental Association (ADA), reveals that more than 50 per cent of expectant
mothers are jeopardising their oral health by not ...
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21 June 2018
General
Core Dental
29 March 2018
How do I know which toothpaste to use?
Your choice of toothpaste will depend on your current dental status and needs. The following information aims to help you identify the appropriate toothpaste to use. Your ...
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29 March 2018
General
Core Dental
15 March 2018
What’s involved in a tooth extraction procedure?
Removing a tooth can sometimes be a confronting experience for patients, however the majority of the time it is a relatively straightforward procedure. Your dentist will assess ...
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15 March 2018
General
Core Dental
8 March 2018
What does treatment of gum disease involve?
So what does the treatment of gum disease involve? Firstly, by being made aware that gum disease is present with a definitive diagnosis and education provided to you by your ...
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8 March 2018
General
Dr Tristan Balthazaar
Dr Tristan Balthazaar
General Dentist
BSc (Melb), BBiomedSc (Melb), DDS (Melb)
1 March 2018
How do I know if I need a filling?
Catching a tooth that needs a filling early can save you a lot of time and money. The filling itself acts as a ‘plug’ when part of the original structure has ...
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1 March 2018
General
Core Dental
22 February 2018
What does a hygiene appointment involve?
During a dental hygiene appointment, you will be greeted by a friendly hygienist who will spend 40 minutes with you. The role of the hygienist is to assess the oral hygiene ...
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22 February 2018