You might be shocked one day to find some blood in your mouth and wonder what you should do. Here are the different causes to give you an idea about what could be going on. First of all, can you isolate whether the blood is coming from your gums, your mouth, lips or tooth sockets? If the blood comes from your gums after cleaning your teeth, it might signal some gum disease. Plaque building up on your teeth and gums causes gum disease. Early on, it is called gingivitis, which results in gum swelling and redness as well as bleeding.…
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We at your Epping Dentist love to see you regularly for a check-up! Check-ups give us a chance to catch dental issues when they are only emerging. And that, of course, means that we can deal with them before they become full-blown problems – which is so much easier all around. If you avoid sugary foods and drinks and diligently clean your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss daily, you should have only minimal problems. However, life sometimes throws us a curved ball, so it is still best to come regularly for a check-up. We can also give you…
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At Epping Dentist, we often mention sugar and the danger it poses to your oral health. However, as there are various sources of sugars in foods, the public profile of sugar is somewhat confusing, we thought it would be useful to discuss its ins and outs. Natural sugar refers to the sugars naturally present in fruits (fructose), dairy products (lactose) and vegetables. When you consume natural sugar in its natural packaging (a piece of fruit, a glass of milk), you are not consuming vast amounts. You are also consuming its associated beneficial vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fibre. Added sugar refers to the…
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Like lots of other people these days, you might be interested in some teeth whitening, but initially, it’s best to talk to your Dentist Epping. There are various options, but there are also risks you must be careful of. As you age, there are many reasons that your teeth may darken. The enamel on their outside can wear away for a start, which makes them look darker because the dentine underneath is yellowish. A lot of the staining comes from the foods you eat such as berries, beetroot, sauces, and spices, or from what you drink – particularly, tea, coffee,…
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If thinking about visiting a dentist makes you nervous, you are not the only one! You might be worried about what the dentist will discover or that it might be painful. We at your Dentist Epping understand as this reaction is very common and make every effort to take care of you – as well as your teeth. Please remember, though, that delaying your visit just plays into your anxiety and makes it worse. Meanwhile, any dental issues you may have will deteriorate with time. To start you on a roll, we’re pleased to be able to give you some strategies…
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