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What Causes Bad Breath?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Oral Health
Bad breath (also known as halitosis) can have many possible causes. If you’re worried that you breath smells, this could be related to what you’re eating and drinking, or it could be happening for another reason. Most remedies for bad breath only provide short-term relief from symptoms, but effective long-term treatment should also address the…
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Can I Go to the Dentist When I’m Pregnant?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | General Dentistry
Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect many parts of your body, including your teeth and gums. Looking after your oral health is always important, but it’s even more vital during pregnancy, which increases risk factors for dental diseases and associated health problems. You should keep up with your regular dental check-ups through your pregnancy. Your…
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How to Keep Your Teeth Naturally White
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Dental
Many people want a white smile for appearance, but discoloured teeth can also be a sign of plaque, which can lead to tooth decay and other problems if it’s not treated. Read these tips to find out how to keep your smile naturally white and how dentists can restore lost whiteness with cosmetic treatments if…
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Same Day Crowns vs Traditional Crowns
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Dental
Crowns are one of most versatile dental treatments, used for everything from repairing a chipped or cracked tooth to cosmetic treatments changing a tooth’s appearance. If your dentist recommends having a crown fitted, this traditionally involves several appointments as the restoration needs to be custom-made at an external laboratory. This waiting time could be avoided…
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Does Root Canal Treatment Hurt?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | General Dentistry
Root canal therapy can relieve the pain, swelling and other symptoms of a tooth infection, but some people associate the treatment itself with pain. This may be due to misconceptions or bad experiences they’ve had in the past, before painless dentistry became the standard. Delaying a root canal treatment or avoiding the dentist altogether because…
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Who Needs a Custom Mouthguard?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Mouthguard
Whether you or your child play rugby, hockey or any other activity that puts your mouth at risk of injury, a mouthguard can offer vital protection and help prevent teeth from getting chipped, cracked or knocked out altogether. Mouthguards aren’t just important for kids, and they aren’t only for sports. Dentists may also recommend a…
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What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and How Can a Dentist Help?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Dental
Is snoring keeping you or your family awake? Loud snoring or waking up suddenly in the night can sometimes be a symptom of a more serious problem, such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). If you think you might have OSA or another sleep disorder, talking to your doctor or a dentist could help. Book a…
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Can I Replace an Old Filling?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Cosmetic Dentistry
Fillings can last for many years, but they’re prone to damage and wear like natural teeth. If you have a filling that’s wearing out, or a metal filling you want to replace with a more natural-looking white filling, your dentist can examine the tooth and explain your options. Read more about replacing metal or white…
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How Do Invisible Aligners Work to Straighten Teeth?
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Cosmetic Dentistry
If you have misaligned or crowded teeth, braces might not be the only option for improving your smile. Clear aligners such as Invisalign® can be a more discreet and comfortable alternative for straightening your teeth without anyone having to know about it. Invisalign treatment can correct most of the same alignment issues as braces, with…
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Dangers of Tobacco and Alcohol for Oral Health
By Mosman 3D Dental | | Oral Health
Many health risks of smoking are widely known, but less well known is its impact on oral health. Tobacco use is a major risk factor for a range of oral health problems, from gum disease to mouth cancer, and the risk factor is even greater combined with excessive alcohol use. Saturday 31st May is World…
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