CPAP vs Oral Appliance for Sleep Apnoea: Which Is Right for You?
Living with obstructive sleep apnoea can mean more than loud snoring. Repeated airway obstruction during sleep can leave you waking unrefreshed, struggling with daytime tiredness, headaches, poor concentration, or interrupted sleep. Once sleep apnoea has been diagnosed, one of the biggest questions is whether CPAP or an oral appliance is the better treatment. Continuous Positive […]
Stages of Gum Disease: Signs, Progression and Treatment
Bleeding when you brush, swollen gums, or persistent bad breath can be easy to dismiss, especially if your teeth do not hurt. Gum disease, however, can progress with few obvious symptoms. It usually begins with gingivitis, where plaque causes inflammation around the gums. In some people, continuing inflammation can develop into periodontitis, where the tissues […]
Causes of Dental Phobia: How to Overcome Fear of the Dentist
Feeling nervous before a dental appointment is common, but for some people the fear becomes strong enough to delay treatment, cancel appointments, or avoid the dentist even when a tooth hurts. Dental phobia can develop after a painful experience, fear of injections or dental procedures, feeling vulnerable in the dental chair, embarrassment about oral health, […]
How Much Does a Dental Bridge Cost Without Insurance?
If you are missing a tooth and have started comparing dental bridge prices, you may have noticed that the figures can vary by thousands of dollars. That does not necessarily mean one dentist is overcharging another. A dental bridge is a custom restoration, and the final cost depends on the number of units, bridge type, […]
What Happens to Natural Teeth Under the Veneers?
If you are considering veneers, one of the biggest concerns may be what happens to your real teeth after the treatment. You may have heard that teeth are filed down, that they can become sensitive, or that they can decay underneath veneers. The truth is more specific than either veneers ruin teeth or veneers have […]
A Dental Implant Story from Park St Dental Practice in Mona Vale
When a Failed Bridge Becomes a Turning Point Sometimes, we meet patients at one of the most difficult moments in their lives. A lovely patient recently came to Park St Dental Practice in Mona Vale after her long lower dental bridge, originally placed elsewhere, had failed. Sadly, the failure left her without any lower teeth […]
Where Heritage Meets Modern Dentistry at Park St Dental Practice
A Historic Landmark That Continues to Serve the Community Every building has a story, and the home of Park St Dental Practice is no exception. Located in one of Mona Vale’s oldest heritage-listed buildings, our practice sits within a landmark that has been connected to the local community for more than a century. Built around […]
How Long Does a Tooth Extraction Take to Heal Fully?
The first few days after a tooth extraction can feel uncertain. You may see a hole where the tooth was, notice swelling around the jaw, or wonder whether the pain is lasting longer than it should. In most routine cases, discomfort begins improving within several days, while the gum and extraction wound often take around […]
Tooth Abscess Symptoms: Signs You Should Not Ignore
A throbbing tooth, swollen gum or sudden bad taste can be easy to dismiss, especially when the pain comes and goes. These symptoms may indicate a tooth abscess, an infection that can continue beneath the tooth or gum even when discomfort temporarily improves. Recognising the warning signs early can help you arrange dental treatment before […]
Root Canal Cost With Private Health Insurance: What Will You Pay?
Being told that you may need root canal treatment can create two immediate concerns: whether the tooth can be saved and how much the treatment will cost. Private health insurance may reduce the bill, but there is no standard insured price in Australia. Dental clinics set their own fees, while each health fund applies its […]