If you had orthodontic treatment as a kid, you might be surprised to learn just how much it has changed in recent years. In the past, orthodontic treatment was generally done during the adolescent or teen years, and often tooth extraction was necessary—especially if crowding was an issue. Today, we have oral appliances known as space maintainers that are used for young children which can help guide the permanent teeth...
If your smile is looking stained or yellowed, you might have considered teeth whitening to help improve the way your tooth look. Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure, especially as people want to look their best for special events such as weddings or reunions. One of the most common questions we hear at our LN Dental Chester Hill, is ‘how well do DIY whitening methods really work?’ DIY...
Pregnancy not only changes your body, but it can also cause changes in your mouth. The increase of hormone levels during pregnancy put women at higher risk of developing gum disease and other dental issues. Staying current with visits to the dentist every six months should be one of the priorities for pregnant women while they care for themselves and the health of their unborn baby. At our LN Dental...
If you are like some people, you might avoid going to the dentist because you have anxiety about it. We realize that fear of the dentist is very real, but skipping check-ups and cleans often means more invasive treatment down the road. It also puts you at risk of needing more expensive treatment in the future. At our LN Dental Chester Hill, we recommend visiting the dentist every six months...
It’s easy to take your gums for granted, but the truth is that you cannot have healthy teeth without healthy gums. Many times, people have gum infection—and they are completely unaware of it. But gum infection is an insidious disease that often is present without any signs or symptoms. At LN Dental, we prioritise your gum health, providing periodontal treatment when patients need it. [caption id="attachment_9559" align="alignnone" width="3126"] Don’t Overlook...
The word ‘tourism’ usually conjures up pictures of people lounging on a tropical beach or exploring famous attractions in a new city. But there is a new type of tourism that has been in the news lately: dental tourism. This is the type of tourism where tourists go to foreign countries to get dental care. Here are some things we want patients of our LN Dental Chester Hill to know...
Having had a lot of dental treatment as a child, Dr. Sue began to aspire to be a dentist from a young age. What was once a terrifying place became a place of inspiration for her and she is passionate about guiding her patients to feel comfortable and more at home in the surgery as she did. Dr. Sue has completed her Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Dental...
Everyone is busy these days, and sometimes going to the dentist can seem like one more chore to add to an already-packed schedule. It’s no wonder then that dental visits get put off—and the next thing you know, you may not even be able to remember your last time in the dental chair. But visiting the dentist regularly for check-ups and cleans can actually save you time in...
Dental braces is one of the most widely used methods to improve the health of your teeth, as well as gaining a confident smile. However, getting and maintaining braces can be a nerve-wracking experience for some people, especially when you are not at all familiar with this process. Some might think getting braces are complicated, but we are here to reassure you by giving you a heads-up of what really...
Dental porcelain veneers are a highly successful solution to restoring a perfect smile by placing an extremely thin custom-made shell that is astonishingly lifelike in an appearance on the front of the natural tooth. Veneers are a widely popular solution to correct any flaws in a person’s teeth; hence it being the number one procedure in cosmetic dentistry today. This method is a perfect alternative to the previously dated dental...