When people think about things that may damage or breakdown their teeth, they often think of things like sugars and sweets. Many people are unaware of the damaging effects that acids can have on the enamel of our teeth. What is enamel erosion? Enamel erosion can be described as a breakdown of the enamel surface […]
Dental radiographs are the images obtained for investigation of various intra-oral conditions. They are commonly referred to as “X-rays”. X-rays are actually the electromagnetic radiation that passes through the body to produce the shadow-like images of structures of the body. We use radiographs to detect signs of disease or injury within the body not apparent […]
Dry mouth, also known as Xerostomia, is a condition that usually results from a decreased production of saliva. Dry mouth affects about 10% of all people and is more prevalent in women than men. Disorders of saliva production affect elderly people and those who are taking prescription and non-prescription medications most frequently. Saliva is an […]
ECC Dental Treatment in East Gosford, Central Coast, NSW. This blog provides detailed information about early childhood caries, which we hope you find helpful. Regular dental check-ups and cleans are important to help keep your child’s teeth healthy. At VC Dental, we are experienced in dentistry for young children and we provide a range of […]
Parafunction means abnormal function. Parafunction includes activities such as thumb sucking, finger sucking, tongue thrusting or object sucking (e.g. a dummy). It is described as unusual habits or activities relating to the oral cavity (mouth) that have the potential to dramatically affect the direction of growth and development that can permanently affect one’s lifelong appearance […]
“How do I stop my child from sucking their thumb/fingers?” is a common question we hear from our patients. Stopping your child from thumb sucking can be very hard to do and we would love to say there was a definitive answer. Most children will not know they are doing it, or will do it […]
Recent research has indicated that severe periodontitis (sometimes referred to as severe periodontal disease) was the sixth most prevalent condition in the world in 2010. The research looked at 72 studies involving a total of 291,170 people and estimated that worldwide 743 million people are affected by severe periodontal disease. What is periodontitis? If the […]
Fissure sealants are a preventative coating placed in the natural deep fissures and grooves on the biting surfaces of permanent adult teeth that are at higher risk for tooth decay. The bacteria in plaque collect in these deep grooves and fissures which cannot be reached by your toothbrush. A safe and protective covering is placed […]
A recent study published in the Journal of Dental Research suggested that wearing dentures during sleep doubles the risk of pneumonia in the very elderly1. The study investigated 524 randomly selected seniors of average age 87.8 years were examined for oral health status and oral hygiene behaviours, as well as medical assessment including blood chemistry […]
A Maxillary Sinus Bone Graft is used for the replacement of missing upper posterior teeth with dental implants. One common type of bone replacement graft is called a Sinus Lift Bone Replacement Procedure. It was invented in the 1970’s by Dr. Hilt Tatum. Lateral Window or Traditional Approach This common and relatively painless procedure is […]
The issue of dental trauma embraces many diverse and varied situations, however the case that I’m about to discuss is quite personal and involved ongoing dental considerations over decades of my life. Approximately 22 years ago, my eldest son (about 8 years old at the time) came running into the house after a session learning […]
Dentistry for Nervous or Anxious Patients in East Gosford on the Central Coast, NSW. Conscious sedation is also known as “IV sedation” or “sleep dentistry”. This suggests being put to sleep, which can be a little confusing as you actually remain conscious during the procedure. It involves administering medicines via the blood stream. A state […]
