Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Crowns and Bridges and Veneers - Oh My"ByDr. Emma 13 March 2013Crowns, bridges, veneers - do you know the difference? With so much dental jargon around it's easy to get confused as to how each of these dental treatments differ? In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the reasons why we need these treatment plans and explains the differences between each of them.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Tetracycline Staining"27 February 2013In this Q&A session, Dr Emma replies to a Facebook friends concern; " If you have stained teeth from the antibiotic tetracycline as a child will any teeth whitening process work now as an adult?Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
A Wise Time To ExtractByDr. Emma 20 February 2013"Wisdom Teeth Extraction" - sounds scary doesn't it? But don't worry, it's a very common procedure. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discusses the various issues that can arise and explains some reasons why preventative removal of wisdom teeth may be an option worth considering.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Dental Implants"ByDr. Emma 13 February 2013Dental implants can be a great alternative to partial dentures, and are currently considered the "gold standard" for replacing missing teeth. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discuses the advantages and disadvantages of dental implants.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Laser Dentistry?"ByDr. Emma 06 February 2013One of the newer innovations in dental treatment is the use of lasers. In this article, Dr Emma explains the use of laser in modern dental treatments and explains the reasons why (for now) the laser won't be completely replacing the dreaded drill.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Full Transcript of Live Facebook Chat With Dr EmmaByDr. Emma 05 February 2013Did you miss HIF's LIVE Facebook Chat with resident dental health expert, Dr Emma? Don't worry, the full transcript can be viewed here! We have lots more live Q&A sessions planned for the next few months, so watch this space for further information.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Crumbly Teeth"ByDr. Emma 30 January 2013In this Q&A session, Dr Emma replies to a Facebook friends concern that her daughters 'crumbly' baby teeth and 'yellow' second teeth are interlinked?Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Orthodontics Before Teens"ByDr. Emma 11 January 2013"A lot of parents are surprised when I tell them it may be worth sending their 7 year old for an orthodontic consultation. They have a fixed idea that orthodontics means braces, and braces mean teenagers." In this article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the benefits of early intervention and treatment options...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Diet for Good Teeth"ByDr. Emma 07 December 2012In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a readers' question regarding their diet, and whether any particular foods could help to improve their dental health...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Cracked Teeth"ByDr. Emma 30 November 2012Cracks in teeth are like a chip in your car windscreen - they never get smaller, but rather propagate and get bigger with time. In this article, Dr Emma explains the main causes of cracked teeth and why it's important to fix them as soon as possible...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "RCT Staining"ByDr. Emma 23 November 2012Root Canal Therapy (RCT) is one of the most common dental procedures performed in Australia, but sometimes the bottom of the tooth can blacken as a result. In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains why...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Treating Bruxism"ByDr. Emma 16 November 2012Following on from Dr Emma's last article "The Nightly Grind", which discussed the signs and symptoms of bruxism (the habit of grinding your teeth together), this article explores the different ways it can be treated...Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments