Dental Crowns
DENTAL CROWNS A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that is placed over a tooth covering the tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and to improve its appearance. Why is a dental crown needed? A dental crown is used to do any of the following: • To restore an already broken tooth or a.. read more →
Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
What is Dry Mouth? Dry mouth syndrome is when there is not enough saliva (spit) in the mouth. A dry mouth is a symptom of an underlying problem, rather than a disease in itself. Causes may include drugs or medication, dehydration, Sjogren’s syndrome, infection, nerve problems and some cancer treatments. Dry mouth syndrome is also.. read more →
The Effects of Smoking
Smoking not only can harm the body but can also harm your mouth. The main damage is to the gums and mucosa, or lining of the mouth. Smokers develop more oral cancers than non-smokers (about five times more) and regularly suffer some degree of gum or, periodontal disease. Other than staining, smoking does not affect.. read more →
Penthrox Sedation
PENTHROX SEDATION: High levels of pre-operative anxiety are associated with some dental procedures in some people more than others. This fear and anxiety may deter patients from consulting or delaying consultation. This may go on till the eventual treatment becomes more urgent, more costly and often more difficult for both the patient and the practitioner... read more →
Our New Acquisition
Our new acquisition: Our office strives to provide exceptional patient care in a non-traditional environment. We have included both the latest in dental and consumer technology and feel we can offer a wonderful dental experience. Our new state of the art facility has a new acquisition, the E4D machine. TheE4D system is an easy-to-use chair.. read more →
Eruption of permanent teeth
The permanent tooth erupts into the gap left by the shed primary (baby) tooth. The loss of a primary tooth is usually painless, despite the occasional minor bleeding from the gums. Although your child may complain that eating is difficult with a loose or missing tooth ensure your child still has a healthy diet and.. read more →
Frequently Asked Questions
It is very important to us to allow our patients to be in control and educated in regard to their ongoing oral health and dental care. These are the most common and frequently asked questions we get from new patients and those calling to make an enquiry; If your question isn’t answered here, please call on us on 9484.. read more →
Fluoride Strengthens Teeth!
Fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and protects against decay. Not all water sources contain fluoride. Bottled water typically does not contain enough fluoride to offer protection against tooth decay. If needed the dentist may apply fluoride twice yearly which has been proven to reduce decay, especially in kids. Too much fluoride during tooth development can cause.. read more →
Dental Care for Bubs
Dental care for bubs & kids Your child’s first teeth are as important as permanent teeth and require daily care as they allow your child to chew and speak properly. Decay in primary teeth is commonly caused by prolonged contact of sweet liquids, food acids or food with the teeth. Here are some helpful tips:.. read more →
Hills district gets a boutique make over
Dr Poornima Srinivas worked in a number of practices before buying an established practice at Pennant Hills, part of Sydney’s middle class northern suburbs ‘The Hills’ district. The practice Dr Srinivas purchased had been established for nearly 30 years but had room for only 2 chairs. It had been euphemistically described as ‘close and friendly’,.. read more →