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A friendly smile always leaves a great first impression. Proper oral care will ensure that smile doesn’t become a frown due to teeth or gum problems.
The team at South Coast City Dental has been serving the community for over 25 years with the latest technology and facilities.
They offer a number of services to keep your mouth in top shape, including cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, periodontics, porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, wisdom teeth removal, clear smile aligners, oral hygiene, endodontics, crowns and bridges, white fillings, dentures and custom-fitted mouth guards.
South Coast City Dental also has additional services including cosmetic facial injections and is partnered with Smile.com.au (Defence Health, People Care, Australian Unity), is an NIB First Choice provider, part of the HCF More For Teeth program and a Westfund provider of choice.
The team at South Coast City Dental answered some of the most commonly asked questions about dentistry ahead of Dental Week.
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How often should I visit the dentist?
The benefits of visiting your dentist regularly are significant. It is advised to visit your dentist every six months.
I brush my teeth constantly but still have bad breath, what can I do?
Brushing and flossing are definitely the first steps to eliminating bad breath. Brushing and flossing remove bacteria responsible for creating odorous sulphur compounds and the food they feed on. However, bacteria hide not only on and around the teeth but also on the tongue under a layer of mucous. Here they are free to create odours.
What is the best way to prevent gum disease?
Conscientious removal of plaque by flossing, brushing and regular professional cleanings will minimise your risk of gum disease.
What is a dental bridge?
A bridge is an appliance permanently fixed in the mouth to replace missing teeth. It uses remaining teeth to support the new artificial tooth or teeth.
What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is caused by the bacteria found in plaque. If plaque is not regularly removed, it calcifies into a rough, porous deposit called calculus, or tartar. By products of bacterial metabolism irritate the gums, making them red, tender, swollen and more prone to bleed.
What is a dental crown?
Dental crowns (also sometimes referred to as ‘dental caps’ or ‘tooth caps’) cover over and encase the tooth on which they are cemented. Dentists use crowns when rebuilding broken or decayed teeth, as a way to strengthen teeth and as method to improve the appearance of a tooth. The type of crown your dentist recommends will depend on the tooth involved and on your preference.