Dental Blog

Dr Oh Xue Ling BDS (Adelaide) As we adapt to life with Covid-19, multiple adjustments have to be made, for instance working from home whenever possible. However, such lifestyle changes, additional stress, and anxiety caused by working from home can also bring about problems with your teeth. Here we look at some of the common…

By Dr Rosalind Ho BDS (Spore) MFGDP (UK) Tooth sensitivity happens when hot, cold, sweet or very acidic foods or drinks are consumed. Sometimes breathing or sucking in air can cause this unpleasant sensation too. How to manage tooth sensitivity 1 Check with the dentist to treat any disease in the mouth such as decay…

By Dr Oh Xue Ling BDS (Adelaide) There are many reasons that can cause a tooth to be extracted, such as decay, gum disease, fractured tooth. After a tooth extraction, many are left with a question- what now? Most ask if they should replace the tooth that is gone; afterall, there are still other teeth…

A common insidious problem but has huge impact By Dr Rosalind Ho BDS Spore MFGDP (UK) Gum recession is the movement of gum away from its natural level which is at the junction between the root and crown called cemento-enamel junction. Problems associated with gum recession 1 Esthetic concern – the patient may have longer-looking teeth.…

By Dr Oh Xue Ling BDS (Adelaide) What is brittle bone? Brittle bone, or medically known as Osteoporosis, is a condition which results in bones becoming less dense and more fragile. Bones can become so brittle that a simple fall can easily cause fractures. It can happen to both men and women, but is more…

By Dr Rosalind Ho BDS Spore MFGDP (UK) Sometimes, a patient may have a gum boil in his or her gums over the roots of the tooth and it may or may not be painful. If there is a sinus tract, pus is discharged and the patient may not feel the pain. Otherwise, the pressure…

By Dr Oh Xue Ling BDS (Adelaide) As the year draws to an end, many are considering teeth whitening to start the year with a dazzling smile. Here are some commonly asked questions regarding whitening.  Question 1: Why are my teeth this colour? There are many reasons why teeth are discoloured. Some of the causes…

Dr Rosalind Ho BDS (Spore) MFGDP (UK) Understand its causes and treatments. Occasionally, a patient may present with a swelling also called epulis in the mouth. This may or may not be painful and is unsightly and troublesome as it may bleed spontaneously. Common Causes of gum swelling; 1 Gum inflammation or gingivitis due to…