Before your visit
Understanding the choices in a treatment plan
A treatment plan is a starting point for a conversation. Find out what it usually lists and which questions are worth asking before you decide.
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Everyday Care
A tooth that aches after a filling: normal or a problem?
A newly filled tooth can be sensitive. Learn when to call about continuing discomfort, what to say about biting pain, and which symptoms need urgent help.
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Everyday Care
What causes toothache, and when should it be seen?
A sore tooth can have several causes. Know when to call a dentist, which symptoms need emergency medical care, and what to ask while you arrange a visit.
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Everyday Care
Could my new medicine be making my mouth dry?
A dry mouth after starting a medicine is worth mentioning. What to tell your dentist and doctor, ways to ease discomfort, and why your teeth need attention too.
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Everyday Care
Small habits for your teeth and gums
Brushing, cleaning between your teeth, what you eat and drink, and regular check-ups. Small daily habits and what to ask your dentist about them.
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Treatment Planning
Understanding your treatment choices
What a written treatment plan usually lists, why options and costs are worth asking about, and how to take your time before you decide.
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Smile Questions
Starting a conversation about your smile
Thinking about changing your smile? How to describe what bothers you, why a check-up comes first and what to ask about each option.
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Treatment Planning
Your child’s dental benefits: check the balance before the next visit
Check your child’s CDBS balance, period start and proposed service costs before a Woonona dental visit, including after using benefits at another practice.
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Treatment Planning
Getting a crown when you already wear a night guard
A crown can change how your night guard fits. What the ADA says, how crown appointments line up, and what to ask about adjustment and costs.
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Oral Health
Sugar Consumption and Dental Health
Consumption of free sugars is the main contributor to dental caries in children, young people and adults.
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Oral Health
Dental Visiting Behaviours
Regular dental check-ups are a preventative measure that contributes to better oral health outcomes.
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Oral Health
Dental Caries
When consuming foods and drinks containing sugars, the bacteria in plaque produce acids that dissolve tooth enamel.
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Oral Health
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer encompasses a range of cancers that affect any part of the oral cavity.
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Oral Health
Overweight, Obesity and Diabetes
Oral health conditions among adults and children are associated with obesity, being overweight and diabetes.
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