gap tooth

How celebs fix their gap tooth smile and chipped teeth

Celebs often have perfect teeth but for many, that was not the case before they were famous! Hilary Duff and Jim Carrey had chipped teeth for years before deciding to fix them. And celebs like Keith Urban and Zac Effron had gap-toothed smiles before they perfected their smile. So what about you? Do you have…

electric toothbrushes

Manual vs electric toothbrushes – which one should you choose?

What’s the best way to clean your teeth – electric toothbrushes or manual toothbrushes? To figure out the best toothbrush to clean your teeth, you should understand the benefits of electric toothbrushes versus manual toothbrushes. Benefits of electric toothbrushes One of the main benefits of electric toothbrushes is that they work for you! The powerful…

Flossing: do I have to?

Are you flossing regularly? It is probably a question you often hear at the dentist.  We ask because we care! We don’t want to shame you; rather, we ask because we want you to achieve the best smile possible.  Why can’t I just brush my teeth? Brushing your teeth even twice a day isn’t enough…

wisdom teeth

Why wisdom teeth cause pain & what you can do

After all your other teeth have come in, wisdom teeth erupt later in life (usually in your late teens or twenties). Often because they come late, they can cause all sorts of problems in your mouth. Pain Surprisingly, many people can live with four wisdom teeth and not have any problems. However, for many of…

brushing your teeth

Are you brushing your teeth properly?

Without a doubt, you have been brushing your teeth for years. But are you brushing your teeth the right way? As professional dentists there are nine steps we suggest when brushing your teeth:  1/ Use a soft bristle toothbrush. 2/ Use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste of fluoride.  3/ Listen to your fav song music…

dental check-ups

Signs you shouldn’t avoid a dental check-up

At-home teeth whitening kits, sensitive toothpaste and breath mints are all easy ways to mask our dental problems. However, they are often just a band-aid solution. Thankfully, a simple dental check-up may be able to fix your problem!  If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms it might be time for a dental check-up…

yellow teeth

Yellow teeth? Here’s why!

You brush and floss every day, yet your teeth look yellow. If you find yourself staring in the mirror wondering why your teeth are faded and yellow, read on. Check your diet Food and drinks can be the most significant cause of yellow teeth. Often drinking red wine, coffee, tea, and carbonated beverages regularly can…

Smile

Sustain your sparkling smile over the party season

The summer holiday/ wedding season is upon us! Unfortunately, all the extra food and drinks will probably affect your waistline, but they can also affect your smile.  Here are some tips from our dentists in Penrith to maintain your sparkling smile throughout the party season. Keep brushing and flossing It may sound like simple advice,…