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<p>
Parents of young children often forget to take care of baby teeth. They are so
busy with the baby, they don't realize that baby's first set of teeth can
affect their child's future dental health and how much it will cost them in
the long run! It is crucial for parents to focus on taking care of baby teeth
as soon as possible.
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<p>I'm often asked, "are baby teeth really that important?" </p>
<p>
This question might seem like a simple one to answer and many people will say
"No." But the truth is baby teeth have an impact on children's development in
life and should not be taken for granted.
</p>
<p>
Children need healthy baby teeth so their long-term oral health can develop
well too. Here are six reasons why your child's baby teeth should matter more
than you think!
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">What Role Do Baby Teeth Play?</h2>
<p>
Baby teeth play a key role in your baby's development. They help children
learn how to speak and even eat properly! That is why it is important for
parents to take care of baby teeth as soon as possible, so that the baby can
reap all the benefits they offer.
</p>
<p>
Unbeknownst to most parents baby teeth are not just a painful foundational
event in their child's life. They are actually more important than you
think.
</p>
<p>
Baby teeth are essential for your baby to be able to chew and break food down
into small pieces so that they can swallow properly. They also help children
learn how to speak in the process of chewing, especially when it comes time
for baby's first words!
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
Do baby teeth affect the health of permanent teeth?
</h2>
<p>
Absolutely! In fact as dentists we can quite accurately predict a child's
dental health and outlook in adulthood by looking at their baby teeth.
Having teeth that a baby can chew with is important because they are forming
these shapes and patterns that will carry on into adulthood.
</p>
<p>
Having healthy baby teeth means a child's long-term dental health is much more
likely to be healthy if their baby teeth aren't decaying or don't have any
other issues.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Alignment and position of adult teeth...</h2>
<p>
...are all determined by baby teeth - it's the baby teeth that lay down
foundations for what will happen in adulthood.
</p>
<p>
Consider this: your child may have a good number of baby teeth missing even
before they get their adult set! This is because baby life changes so quickly,
and children are continually shedding baby teeth to make room for new ones as
they grow.
</p>
<p>
Poor oral health as a baby affects more than just how healthy someone looks;
it can also affect a person's quality of life and sense of well-being.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Proper health and nutrition</h2>
<p>
I often see parents complaining about a child being a "bad eater" or a "fussy
eater". The truth is that these issues are often caused by baby teeth that are
impacted and misshapen or baby teeth with decay, as well as digestive issues
from not being able to chew properly.
</p>
<p>
Between the ages of about six months to three years, a baby's first set of
teeth will start coming in - this is a time when parents can influence their
children's oral health. But if there is poor diet and no brushing because
there aren't any baby teeth yet for chewing food, then these early foundations
may be weaker than necessary.
</p>
<p>
Bad eating habits during those times may also have an impact on long term
dental care options such as extractions and braces - all of which make parents
anxious and stressed because they result in pain for the child and and added
expense for the parent.
</p>
<p>
In later life, impacted tooth enamel could also lead to high blood pressure
and kidney problems.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Baby teeth affect speech development</h2>
<p>
If baby teeth are missing or malformed, then a child's articulation could be
impaired because they cannot pronounce certain sounds correctly during speech
therapy.
</p>
<p>
Unfortunately, parents of children with speech difficulties rarely pay enough
attention to their child's dental health as a contributing factor.
</p>
<p>
But studies have shown that baby teeth affect speech development and children
who have baby teeth that are missing or malformed can suffer from difficulties
in articulating certain sounds.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Concentration and self-esteem</h2>
<p>
Have you ever seen an adult hide their smile by putting their hand in front of
their face? Children are no different. They are also conscious of their shape
of their teeth, maybe even more so than adults.
</p>
<p>
Baby teeth affect children at different stages in their development than
adults because kids tend to be more conscious about how their teeth look; this
may lead to emotional insecurity as well as social anxiety issues.
</p>
<p>
This also isn't just a question of looks or aesthetics. Crooked baby teeth may
cause jaw pain that could persist for life, resulting in debilitating
headaches and migraines, locked jaws, stiff necks and even back pain.
</p>
<p>
It's not hard to imagine that a child who is constantly trying to hide a
crooked smile will not brimming with self-esteem and as a result their
concentration at school or other extra-curricular activities may also
suffer.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
Baby teeth affect the development of facial bones and muscles
</h2>
<p>
Because they have a big impact on the baby's tongue, palate, jaw and even
breathing.
</p>
<p>
The good news is that the younger a child is when their malformed baby teeth
are removed or filled with dental sealant, the more likely it will be that all
of these systems start to develop normally.
</p>
<p>
Crooked baby teeth can cause long term physical problems like pain in muscles
and joints which might result in many of the ailments I've described
above.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
What happens when baby tooth decay becomes an issue?
</h2>
<p>
In many cases, the baby tooth may need to be removed in order for permanent
teeth to grow in properly, which isn't always easy!
</p>
<p>
Sometimes children under the age of five also need surgery due to tooth decay
too since it often affects multiple areas of their mouth at once.
</p>
<p>
We do our best here at Heidelberg Dentist so parents know what's happening
with their kids' mouths as well as how to look after them at home.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
How should I look after my child's baby teeth?
</h2>
<p>
There are a few simple steps that parents can take to ensure baby teeth stay
healthy, such as:
</p>
<p></p>
<ul style="text-align: left;">
<li>Ensuring your child brushes their baby teeth twice daily.</li>
<li>
Checking for signs of tooth decay and treating it quickly if there is any
concern.
</li>
<li>
Never dipping baby pacifiers in sugar or honey since this increases the risk
of tooth decay.
</li>
</ul>
<p></p>
<p>
We also recommend seeing our dentist at Heidelberg Dentist regularly so we can
monitor progress and catch anything before it starts!
</p>
<p>
We want you to be confident that your baby's mouth will remain strong and
bright throughout life – contact us today with any questions or concerns about
caring for your child's baby teeth.
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Bed wetting is quite a common occurrence amongst young children, however
bed wetting is concerning after the age of 5 years, not only socially, as it can
be an embarrassing occurrence for children to go through, but it also is an
indication and sign of breathing disturbances during sleep.
</p>
<p>
Recent studies show that there are numerous links between bed wetting and
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). These studies also highlight that children
with OSA often have a high palate, a more vertical facial growth pattern and
nasal obstruction.
</p>
<h2>
Does sleep apnoea in children lead to bed-wetting?
</h2>
<p>
Yes. There is very strong evidence to suggest that your child's bed-wetting
could be a symptom of poor sleep health.
</p>
<p>
When there are changes in obstructed breathing, this causes the blood
pressure changes in the abdomen, hindering the bladder’s capacity to hold
urine. The increased stress in blood pressure also leads to the release of
hormones and sodium ions that increases urine production and excretion.
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<h2>
How do I get my kid to stop wetting the bed?
</h2>
You're reading this because you've probably already tried encouraging your child; scheduling toilet breaks; shifting drinking times; and likely many other tactics. Right now you might even be running out of clean bedsheets to put on your child's bed.
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Don't worry. There is a more scientific approach to helping your to stop wetting the bed.
<br>
<br>
Because we already know that poor sleep habits can lead to bed-wetting in children, let's work out whether your child's bed-wetting is a result of some form of sleep apnoea.
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Now, the obvious question is how can you tell if your child is getting poor
quality sleep? Apart from bed-wetting, look for these symptoms when your
child sleeps:
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<ul>
<li>Snoring, even if it's no very loud</li>
<li>Difficulty breathing at night</li>
<li>Breathing with their mouth open</li>
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Solutions like removal of adenoids and tonsils as well as palate expansion
have proven to show great outcomes in reducing bed-wetting and better sleep
quality.<br /><br />A widened palate can also reduce resistance to airflow,
and improve breathing outcomes in children. Due to new digital technology,
this widening can be achieved with new techniques such as <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/myobrace.html">Myofunctional therapy or Myobrace</a>, as it's commonly known.
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Myobrace is also proven to be quite effective as opposed to conventional
surgery and orthodontic treatment, whilst addressing the critical long term
solution to airway obstruction and disruptions to sleep.
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<div>
Bed-wetting can be difficult to deal with for both you and your child. It is
important for you to understand that this is a common first line sign of
OSA.
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If left untreated in childhood, OSA can is proven to lead to cognitive
development issues, concentration problems and an impaired overall quality
of life.
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<p>You essentially have four options to fix or replace your missing tooth/teeth:</p>
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<li>
Do nothing! In some instances, it may be appropriate to leave the gap and
not do any treatment. For example, if you have a lost one tooth but have
all your other molars present. Especially if its not going to present an
aesthetic concern. However, it is important to bear in mind that adjacent
and opposing teeth are likely to shift over time; this means that the
opposite side starts to take more of the chewing load which can lead to
breakages, it is up to the individual and the dentist to predict the
extent and impact of this as the age and health of a patient can determine
the best outcome.
</li>
<li>A removable denture: this is essentially a set of false teeth (or tooth)
that u take out every night. It can be be a good option if you are missing
multiple teeth and/or want a cost effective option. It can also serve as a
temporary or interim option until a definitive treatment is
finalised.
</li>
<li>A bridge: this is a fixed option and may be suitable for a single and or
few adjacent missing teeth. Essentially, there are crowns placed on teeth
on either side of the gap and ‘false’ tooth/teeth attached to these that
sit in the gap.
</li>
<li>Implant: this involves surgically placing a screw in the jawbone below
where the gap is, and screwing a false tooth onto it to sit in the gap. It
is a popular, and often most ideal, option as it is fixed (meaning you
don’t remove it routinely), generally easy to clean and maintain and, in
the absence of risk factors (see your Dentist for more information) has a
very good prognosis. However, it is also the most expensive.
</li>
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This is a question that we get asked all the time ‘why look after kids teeth when they are going to fall out anyway?’. "Do we have to treat it? It's going to fall out" <br /><br />There are a few very important reasons why it’s absolutely essential to look after kids teeth:
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<h2>Does baby teeth health determine the health of a child's future adult teeth?</h2>
Yes, it does! If someone has a lot of decay in their baby teeth, they are more than likely to get issues with their adult teeth as well. This is due to their being a variety of factors that cause decay, and if the cause isn't dealt with early it continues on with the adult teeth. The baby teeth also help shape the face, and guide the positioning of the adult teeth.
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<h2>Sets up positive dental habits in kids for life</h2>It is essential to establish oral hygiene habits such as brushing twice daily and flossing, early on in life. <div><br /></div><div>Similarly, it’s vital to educate children about the negative effects of sugar and acids on teeth, and the importance of regular dental checkups. <div><br /></div><div>This helps to make sure that these values and habits carry on into adulthood, hence greatly helping to protect the adult teeth. </div><div><br /></div><div>Being careless with oral hygiene and diet and/or infrequent dental checkups during childhood often results in neglected adult teeth and a lifetime of dental problems.<p class="x_p2" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Help your kids avoid toothaches & negative dental experiences</h2>When a primary tooth (especially a primary molar) gets decay, it tends to spread through the tooth very quickly. In many cases. the tooth ends up becoming infected and often very painful toothache which can be highly distressing for a young child. These teeth often end up needing to be extracted which many children will associate with fear and a negative dental experience. These fears will often carry into adulthood leading to avoidance of dental checkups and neglect of dental health.<p class="x_p1" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span color="inherit" style="font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Help ensure proper eruption and development of adult teeth</h2>If a primary tooth is lost too early (even as little as 6 months) due to decay which leads to a subsequent extraction, it can cause movement of adjacent teeth into the space and/or affect the eruption of the succeeding adult tooth. Both of these can lead to crowded and/or misaligned teeth which potentially need orthodontic treatment to correct. </div><div><br /></div><div>Losing a primary tooth early due to extensive decay and infection can also impact the health and appearance of the succeeding adult tooth leading to potential aesthetic concerns and other dental problems.</div><div><p class="x_p1" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; background-color: white; color: #201f1e; font-size: 17px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 20.3px;"><span color="inherit" style="font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Does kids' dental hygiene help build proper speech & eating habits?</h2>The position of teeth greatly affects the movement and musculature of the tongue and cheeks. If these are affected due to early tooth loss and/or misaligned teeth, then speech can also be temporarily affected which can greatly affect a child’s self confidence.<br /><br />A full set of primary teeth are also essential for chewing. Early loss of molars in particular can impact a child’s ability to chew harder foods which can impact their nutrition and health.</div></div>
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<h3>1. Brushing Often</h3>
<div>Brushing after every meal and snack is one of the best ways to keep
your braces clean. If your day is super busy or you simply don’t have a
toothbrush, rinse your mouth out with water after eating.
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<h3>2. Knowing how to brush</h3>
<p>Soft-bristled toothbrushes or power toothbrushes are good choices for
brushing your teeth with braces. Making sure you clean around the braces,
wires, brackets, teeth and gums to remove all food debris after
eating.
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<h3>3. Don’t Forget to Floss
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<p>Flossing removes food and plaque between teeth and prevents tooth and gum
decay. We may recommend special floss called “Superfloss” to help you
floss with your braces.
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<h3>4. Avoid whitening products</h3>
<p>Using whitening products while the braces are on can lead to discoloured
patches where the brackets were after the braces are removed. Make sure to
only buy toothpaste and mouthwash without whitening chemicals in them
until your treatment is over!
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<h3>5. Watch What You Eat</h3>
<p>Some foods can damage tooth enamel or increase the likelihood of cavity
development. Acidic food and drinks like oranges, soft drinks can damage
your teeth. Sugary foods and drinks should be reduced to prevent tooth
decay.
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<p>Visiting the dentist every 6 months for professional cleans is still a
must because there will always be plaque buildup on your teeth that daily toothbrushing cannot fix.
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<h2>Do You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Extracted?</h2>
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If you have not had your wisdom teeth extracted, it is important to know
the warning signs that you need to. Studies show about 85% of adults
should get their wisdom teeth removed to protect their smile and preserve
their dental health.
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<p>
Generations ago, wisdom teeth served an important purpose. It helped our
ancestors chew tough foods, such as leaves, roots, and even raw meat. But
as our eating habits evolved, so did our jaws. Now, most people do not
have enough room in their mouths for their wisdom teeth to come in without
causing significant damage.
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If your wisdom teeth need to be removed, the sooner you get them out, the
better. Waiting too long can lead to complications and a more challenging
recovery. And waiting can also lead to your wisdom teeth becoming
impacted, which means they are blocked by other teeth and cause
inflammation, infections, cavities, jawbone loss, cysts, and more. As they
continue to push their way through, your teeth can become crooked and
overcrowded, causing your bite to change.
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<p>
The only way to avoid this is to make sure you understand whether your
wisdom teeth have enough room to come in straight. The reality is the only
way to know is to seek professional advice from an experienced
professional dedicated to helping you make the best decisions for your
health.
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<h2>
How Are Wisdom Teeth Extracted By Gentle Dentists?
</h2>
<p>
During your consultation, you’ll get all the information you need to make
the right decision about your care. We will examine your mouth and check
if your wisdom teeth have started coming in. If they have, we’ll see
whether they are coming in straight and have enough room to continue to do
so. If so, we will let you know. If not, we will discuss all your options
with you.
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<p>
If extraction is advised and you decide to move forward, we can do that
in one visit. Extractions can be done with local anesthetic (awake)
or an IV anesthesia (sleep dentistry) or being referred to an oral suregeo
for general anesthetic. After making a small incision in your gum tissue
to expose the tooth, we will remove the tooth, clean the area, close up
the incision, and place gauze over it to stop any bleeding. We will then
give you detailed instructions to care for your mouth while you
heal.
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Who Should Get Their Wisdom Teeth Extracted?
</h2>
<p>
Because the problems caused by wisdom teeth can be expensive,
uncomfortable, and painful, it is important that all adults who have not
had their wisdom teeth removed get their mouths inspected.
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<p>
About 85% of people do not have enough room for their wisdom teeth to
grow in properly so the vast majority of adults can avoid significant
health issues, pain, and costs by having their wisdom teeth inspected as
soon as possible.
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<h2>>How Much Does Wisdom Teeth Extraction Cost?</h2>
<p>
Getting your wisdom teeth inspected at your next check up to determine if
its something you need. If you decide to get your wisdom teeth extracted,
your out-of-pocket costs will depend on your specific needs and insurance
plan. Many dental and health insurance plans cover wisdom teeth extraction
with little out-of-pocket costs to the patient. If your wisdom teeth need
to be extracted, we will help you determine your exact costs before moving
forward so you can make an informed decision. If you need help fitting any
out-of-pocket costs into your budget, we can also show you several
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<span style="border: 0px; font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Start with a soft-bristle toothbrush applying gentle pressure to remove any soft visible plaque that may have accumulated. This will help prevent the soft plaque hardening into tartar and help keep them clean long term.</span><span style="border: 0px; color: inherit; font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></div>
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<span style="border: 0px; font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">As much as germs hate boiling water its not the same for your retainers as it will irreversibly remould your retainer. If this happens your retainer will not be preventing your teeth from moving, nor will it fit correctly in your mouth.</span><span style="border: 0px; color: inherit; font-family: "calibri light" , sans-serif; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-22103357729562316232020-08-24T20:49:00.001+10:002020-08-24T20:49:30.518+10:00How to Whiten your Teeth Easily<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_gjdgxs"></a><span lang="EN">A Simple Way to Whiten Your Yellow
Teeth<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<span lang="EN">If yellow teeth keep you from smiling, it can
take a big hit on your confidenceWhen someone smiles, others see them as
friendly, confident, positive, and interested in them. When someone hides their
smile, the opposite is true.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">Modern technology has made getting a bright
white smile easier and faster than ever. In about one hour, you can go from
hiding your smile to sporting whatever shade of white you desire. No more
hiding your smile. No more missed connections. No more lost opportunities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">At Heidelberg Dentist, we offer simple,
affordable teeth whitening that will help you get the pearly white smile you
deserve.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_30j0zll"></a><span lang="EN">How it Works<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">When you come into our office, we will treat
you like a VIP and our teeth whitening service will leave you smiling bigger
and brighter than ever before. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">First, we will show you a shade guide so you
can pick the shade of white you want your teeth to become. After you pick your
shade, we begin with letting you know all your options onhow you can achieve
the smile you want.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">If its with teeth whitening then you will have
a choice of a take home kit, which is customised trays and bleach you take home
and apply yourself- the bleach is at a lower concentration to keep your gums
and teeth safe. It can take a little longer, but is a good option if you
constantly have food or drink that stain your teeth, or if you are a smoker, as
you can top up whenever you want. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In
chair teeth whitening procedure we do in the dental chair using protective
guards for your lips, cheeks, and tongue. We will then apply a resin barrier to
your gumline. Together, these steps make sure you are completely comfortable
and the teeth whitening gel only comes in contact with your teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">We will then begin applying the whitening gel
to your teeth. For the next thirty minutes, you will relax in our pleasant
office atmosphere while the gel turns your teeth whiter. We will then remove
the whitening gel. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">After the procedure, you will leave with your
own set of at-home whitening trays and gel. Yes that’s right, we still give you
a take home kit as many patients like to apply additional whitening at home or
perform maintenance if their teeth start to yellow in the future. We make sure
you can easily do that and give you step-by-step instructions for doing so.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_1fob9te"></a><span lang="EN">Who Is It For?<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">At Heidelberg Dentist, we believe everyone
deserves to have a bright smile. If you are over eighteen years old and have
experienced yellowing of your teeth, teeth whitening services could help.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are under 18, we do have other options
to help brighten your smile but still protect your teeth till you are old
enough.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_3znysh7"></a><span lang="EN">How Much Does It Cost?<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_2et92p0"></a><span lang="EN">Like other cosmetic
procedures, your exact cost could vary depending on your specific needs. The
only way to know is to have a trained professional examine your mouth. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">At Heidelberg Dentist we know how important it
is to understand exactly what a procedure will cost before moving forward. We
will examine your mouth, answer any questions you have, and let you know
exactly what your out-of-pocket costs will be.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_tyjcwt"></a><span lang="EN">The Next Step<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">If you are sick and tired of hiding your smile
because your teeth are not the shade of white you desire, simply schedule your no-pressure
teeth whitening consultation with one of our hygienists today.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-53022040932986294672020-08-23T21:21:00.002+10:002020-10-26T00:01:23.879+11:00How many pillows should you sleep with?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Is there a possible hidden meaning behind needing more than one pillow to
sleep?
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<p>
Some patients truly think I am psychic, I start to bring the dental chair in
the lying down position, and they keep saying they can’t go down very
far. They’ll yell stop when
I’m barely half way.
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<p>
I stop, bring the chair up again and go- so do you sleep with 2 or 3 pillows
under your head at night?
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If you can’t lie down in a dental chair, then you likely cant lie down on a
bed either.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you find that
lying flat on your back is uncomfortable, or you need to prop your neck up
to sleep then you could have some underlying breathing issues, or silent
reflux.
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If there is an
<a
href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html"
>obstruction</a
>
(large tonsils, nasal obstruction, large tongue) then when you lie down, it
might be making it harder to breathe, and your brain wants to protect that
airway, but making you change positions (so only allowing you to fall asleep
if your airway is more open) It’s actually very clever!
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You might have some serious silent reflux, and unless you’re upright it
could get quite painful- again a very clever self defence mechanism.
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So if you think this could be you, we can do a full assessment, and if you
qualify you can do our free home sleep study. From there we may need to have an ENT check your airways to make sure
everything is healthy and clear.
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-8442701984700575202020-08-23T21:11:00.001+10:002020-08-23T21:11:04.730+10:00Fussy Eating<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Are you getting fed up with how fussy your child is at
eating?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is breastfeeding getting really
painful, or it never really worked?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Is your child not wanting to chew, or only wants easy soft
foods to eat? Won’t have carrots or chewy meat?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Is every meal time frustrating?<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u><i>There might be more to it than just a ‘phase’</i></u><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Tongue ties</b> can prevent babies from latching properly for
breastfeeding, making it hard for them to feed and painful for the mother.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Tongue ties in babies can be diagnosed,
however not all tongue ties prove to cause breastfeeding difficulty and hence
get missed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A tongue tie is essentially when the tissue that attaches
under the tongue is too short and tight and restricting tongue movement
properly (making it harder to swallow or chew food)<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Signs to look for:</b><br />
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<li>The tongue doesn’t poke out past the
lips</li>
<li><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->The tip of the tongue cant touch the roof of the
mouth or move sideways</li>
<li><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Babies having difficulty feeding</li>
<li><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]-->A large gap between the front teeth in the lower
jaw</li>
<li><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span>The tip of the tongue being notched, or flat
(instead of pointy)</li>
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I If you have an infant/baby and you suspect might have a tongue tie please
contact your Nurse/GP or pediatrician/Lactation specialist<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tongue ties in older children can often also give speech
problems (since the tongue cant move around as freely and certain sounds are
difficult to say such as (t, d, n, l, s, z)<br />
If a tongue tie needs to be released at this age,<a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/myobrace.html"> tongue exercises</a> will still
need to be done to train the tongue .<br />
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The tongue being in the right position plays an important role in proper dental
arch development, as the force and shape of the tongue helps with expansion and
growth.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If the tongue is constant sitting in<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the floor of the mouth and the lips are open
then w e often find that the upper arch is narrow and the front teeth stick out
more (also the case for long term thumb/finger sucking and prolonged pacifier
use).<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Fussy eating for older children</b></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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In addition to a tongue tie, the fussy eating, especially
with chewing harder foods or meat could be due to the chewing muscles are not
strong enough and fatigue quickly when they have to chew more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Often kids just avoid those foods or complain
its hurting when they eat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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If the jaws are not aligned properly ,it can make it
difficult to chew and therefore the muscles don’t develop properly (ie: if you
don’t use<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>your legs for a while, it
takes a bit more effort and sometimes it’s a bit sore to walk for a long time)<o:p></o:p></div>
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A well balanced diet from early on is important, with
different textures to help develop the chewing muscles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Raw carrots, celery, cucumber or nuts are
great snacks as well as meat that needs to be chewed for a bit longer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><br />
Being able to breathe through your nose day and night is also important for
the jaw alignment, and there fore the muscles.<br />
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Often parents tell us their kids are fussy eaters and we can see the teeth are
crowded, or there is a jaw alignment problem.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you want us to assess your childs teeth and jaws then call us on 94596300 for a consultation.</div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-69451455986527085182020-08-23T20:59:00.003+10:002020-08-23T20:59:32.520+10:00How to treat bleeding gums<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN"><span style="font-size: small;">How to Treat Bleeding Gums to Prevent Late-Stage
Periodontitis</span><o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<span lang="EN">About half of all adults has some level of gum
disease, or periodontitis. Common signs include bleeding gums when brushing or
flossing, loose teeth, receding gums, or having your bite feel different during
chewing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">Gum disease often arises when people stray
from proper dental hygiene. We all live stressful, busy lives so it gets easy
to skip brushing from time to time or forget to maintain good dental health.
Over time, however, that can lead to periodontitis. In the early stages,
periodontitis is easily curable. But if you don’t treat it right away, it leads
to late-stage periodontitis which cannot be cured and causes painful,
expensive, and dangerous consequences.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_gjdgxs"></a></span><span lang="EN"><span style="font-size: small;">The Real Cost of Periodontitis</span><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">If you don’t treat your gum disease during the
early stages, your periodontitis can cause bone loss, soft tissue damage, and
loss of teeth. That can alter the shape of your face, as your cheeks collapse
due to bone and teeth loss. Addressing that is complex and expensive.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">Additionally, you can also develop bacterial pockets
between your gums and teeth, get frequent infections, swelling , systemic
inflammation, and chronic pain. Even worse, your risk of heart disease, stroke,
diabetes, arthritis, and dementia all increase with periodontitis.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_30j0zll"></a></span><span lang="EN"><span style="font-size: small;">The Simple and Perfect Solution</span><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">At Heidelberg Dentist, we believe every patient deserves the
best care for their oral health. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">We will help you understand exactly whether
you have periodontitis and whether it is in an early or late stage. No matter
what condition, we will help you understand exactly how to get your mouth to
optimal health. If we discern that you need to take further steps to deal with
gum disease, we will discuss those with you and answer any questions you have.
We want to catch any issues that do develop as early as possible to avoid the
significant pain and expense of untreated gum disease.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<h2>
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_1fob9te"></a></span><span lang="EN"><span style="font-size: small;">How Much Does It Cost?</span><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span lang="EN">Your periodontitis consultation will cost you
nothing. We assume all costs for your exam so you can know your exact situation
without paying a penny. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">For some people, addressing or preventing gum
disease costs nothing. Changing a few habits or switching toothpaste or
mouthwash is all they need. Others might need professional intervention.
Because of that, the cost of getting your mouth to optimal health will vary.
The only way to know is to examine your mouth. That is why we offer a free,
no-pressure consultation to all patients.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN">If we see that you require intervention to
address any issues, we will discuss those options with you, evaluate any
insurance coverage that might apply, and let you know of any out-of-pocket
expenses you might assume. If you need help fitting your treatment into your
budget, we will also show you several financing options to help you fit your
care into even tight budgets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-14208596583410087912020-08-23T20:52:00.001+10:002022-09-14T08:58:45.172+10:00What are root canals and why do I need one?<div dir="ltr" trbidi="on">
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<h2>What is a root canal?</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
A <b><a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/dental-root-canal-therapy.html"
>root canal</a></b>
is a type of dental treatment, done when the nerve of a tooth (which is
located in the middle of the tooth) is dead or damaged beyond repair.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
The aim of a root canal is to remove the diseased or dead nerve
tissue, treat the tooth internally with antibiotics and replace the now
empty nerve chamber with fillers.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
Thus, after a root canal, your tooth will look and function similar to
before but will not have a vital nerve supply.
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Why do I need a root canal?</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
You might need a root canal in a situation where bacteria has been allowed
to enter the nerve chamber and cause infection or a traumatic incident has
caused damage to the nerve tissue. The most common reasons include dental
decay, trauma, cracks/fractures in teeth, and very deep fillings
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">Will a root canal save my tooth?</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
Ideally yes, the aim of a root canal is to eradicate infection and restore
the tooth back to its normal function.
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Are there any possible complications after a root canal?
</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
The success rate of root canal treatments is high, ranging between
85-95%.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
However, although not common, complications after a root canal treatment can
occur. This could happen if the tooth did not heal completely after the
first treatment, secondary infection took place or the tooth
cracked/fractured as the tooth structure was not adequately protected after
root canal treatment.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
This can happen shortly after the treatment, of even up to many years after.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
In these cases, the options can be root canal re-treatment (although this is
not always possible) or extraction of the tooth
</p>
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<h2 style="text-align: left;">What does a root canal treatment involve?</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
A root canal treatment generally takes place over 2-5 appointments.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
The first couple of appointments will involve removing the diseased nerve
tissue, cleaning the nerve chamber and placing antibiotic paste into that
space. A temporary filling will be placed in the tooth between each
appointment.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
Once the infection seems to have been eradicated, the nerve chamber will
have fillers placed in it. You may have a temporary or permanent filling
placed at the end of this appointment.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
After a root canal procedure, it is generally recommended to have an onlay
or crown placed on the tooth. This is to completely seal the tooth and make
it stronger. Without an onlay or crown, the tooth will be highly susceptible
to cracking/fracturing.
</p>
<h2>Why do people hate getting root canals?</h2>
<p>
People often hate the idea of root canals as they fear that it will be
painful. However, a root canal is often no more painful than getting a
filling.
</p>
<p>
You will have local anaesthesia given at the start of each root canal
appointment so it shouldn’t be a painful procedure. However, it does involve
numerous and longer appointments which can get tiring.
</p>
<p>
There are things we will do to ease that discomfort including use mouth
support to help you keep your jaws open without straining, and proper
supportive neck and back cushioning.
</p>
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<h2>
How should I take care of my tooth after getting a root canal?
</h2>
<p>
There are 3 main things you can do to help protect your tooth after a root
canal:
</p>
<ol>
<li>
Have an onlay or crown placed- as discussed earlier, this will seal the
tooth and make it significantly stronger.
</li>
<li><a
href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/periodontal-dentist-treating-gingivitis.html"
>Maintain good oral hygiene</a
>- this includes brushing 2x daily with a fluoridated toothpaste and
flossing once a day.
</li>
<li>Seeing your dentist for a
<a
href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/find-me-dentist.html?utm_source=internal&utm_campaign=home-IWantTo"
>checkup and clean every 6 months</a
> - his is essential in keeping the tooth (and all your teeth!)
healthy and detecting any problems early. Healthy gums are also vital in
preventing infections so a clean at the dentist every 6 months is
crucial.
</li>
</ol>
</div>
Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-21466616000173247402020-08-23T20:44:00.001+10:002020-08-23T20:44:48.934+10:00How to deal with Dental Anxiety<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Dental
anxiety is the feeling of being nervous or scared of going to the dentist
and/or receiving dental treatment. The severity of dental anxiety can greatly
vary, from feeling mildly nervous to severe phobia. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">People
can have dental anxiety for many reasons, most commonly being negative dental
experience/s in the past. These experiences may be recent or even from
several/years decades ago. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Dental
anxiety may also stem from heating about others’ negative experiences, having
other bad healthcare experience/s and generalized anxiety/psychological
issues. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dental anxiety common?</b></span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Dental
anxiety is very common, affecting many people of all ages. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will dental anxiety affect me?</b></span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Dental
anxiety can prevent you from seeking timely dental examinations and treatment.</span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Regular
dental checkups and cleans are essential to keep your teeth and gums healthy,
and pick up any issues (decay, gum disease etc) early so they can be treated
conservatively. Without these timely dental visits, it is very likely that oral
health will worsen and dental disease will progress unnoticed, and need more
invasive and complex treatment. The latter often exacerbated the dental anxiety
hence creating a vicious cycle.</span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;"><b>How
do I overcome dental anxiety?</b></span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">The
first step overcoming dental anxiety is to find a dental practitioner with whom
you feel comfortable. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; font-size: 13.0pt; padding: 0cm;">Here
at Heidelberg Dentist, we pride ourselves on having helped hundreds of patients
overcome their dental anxiety. Together, we discuss the triggers of your
anxiety and come up with a tailor made treatment plan that meets your needs and
not be overwhelming. We can carry out your treatment in as few or as many
appointments as you would prefer to make it as comfortable as possible. We take
our time and talk you through each and every stage of treatment. Finally, we
offer a variety of very effective relaxation techniques including
comforting neck and back support, your choice of music and tv during treatment,
and soothing essential oils. </span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="border: 1pt none; color: #454545; font-family: "inherit" , serif; padding: 0cm;"><i>Although
dental anxiety can be crippling, it can be completely overcome with the
correct management and effective techniques. Book your appointment today and
let us help you on this journey!</i></span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: "segoe ui" , sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<p>
If you have been diagnosed with <a href="/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html">sleep apnea</a> or think you might have some
form of sleeping issue you likely know the feeling of waking up tired and
groggy. But when sleep apnea keeps you from getting a good night’s sleep,
the impact goes beyond feeling tired.
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<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Sleep is a natural way to boost your mood. People who have poor sleeping
patterns report negative emotions such as irritability, anger, and
sadness. Getting a good night’s sleep increases your feelings of
positivity and happiness.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>The negative effects of sleep deprivation extend beyond your daily moods,
too. Lack of quality sleep affects your mental health in the long-term, as
well. Adequate sleep can alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety,
which allows you to better control how you manage stressors in your
life.</span
>
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
Sleep apnea also impacts your overall physical health, too
</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>During sleep, your body produces proteins that help fight inflammation
and repair damage done to your body. If you are sleep deprived, you are
more susceptible to infections and less capable of fighting them. Your
immune system gets suppressed when you do not get good sleep.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Unfortunately, many people have undiagnosed sleep apnea. They might snore
and wake up feeling tired but have not yet been diagnosed with sleep
apnea. Snoring is one of the most common disruptors of sleep and can be a
symptom of sleep apnea.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>If you are not getting a good night’s sleep—or you snore through the
night—being evaluated by your doctor for sleep apnea is an important first
step to finally getting the full, refreshing night sleep you
deserve. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>And we have more and better treatments for sleep apnea than ever.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>While a common <a href="/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html">sleep apnea treatment</a> is a CPAP machine, there are plenty
of other options as well. CPAP machines are cumbersome, loud, difficult to
clean, and disruptive to your sleep. Thankfully, a CPAP machine is not
your only option for treating sleep apnea.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Sleep apnea can also be treated with an oral appliance called a mouth
guard. The guard positions your jaw to keep your airway open, so you can
breathe easier and get a better night’s sleep.</span
>
</p>
<p><a alt="Book Dentist Appointment Online Now" href="https://www.blogger.com/u/1/null" onclick="ga('send', 'event', { eventCategory: 'Blog-Booking', eventAction: 'click', eventLabel: 'HealthEngine-Live10YearsLonger-1', eventValue: 400}); goog_report_conversion ();" title="Online Dental Appointment Booking for Heidelberg Dentist">Make your appointment today</a> to see how you can get relief from these symptoms and to start living life on your terms again.
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<h2 style="text-align: left;">How does sleep apnea treatment work?</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>At Heidelberg Dentist, we know how important a good night sleep is and
believe everyone deserves to sleep soundly and wake up feeling fully
refreshed. That is why we offer all patients a free, no-pressure <a href="/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html">sleep
apnea consultation</a>. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>During your consultation, we will answer all your questions, compare
options for getting a full night sleep, and suggest the most appropriate
treatment plan for your case. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
We will also let you know what more information we need and if you havent
had a <a
href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html"
>sleep study</a> in the last 12 months, we can provide you with a take home one - for free.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
If a custom sleep apnea mouth guard is right for you and you decide to move
forward, we will take a mold of your teeth so your mouth guard is a perfect
fit.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
Your custom mouth guard will then be made and you will be invited back in
for a final fitting.
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
Once you are completely happy with your mouthguard, you will be ready to go
home and finally get the comfortable and restful sleep you deserve. It is
that easy.
</p>
<h2>
<span lang="EN">Who is sleep apnea treatment for?<o:p></o:p></span>
</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Before you can be considered a candidate for sleep apnea mouth guard
treatment, you will need to have been diagnosed with sleep apnea by your
physician. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>If you have been diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnea, a mouth
guard can help. But remember, a mouth guard <u>is not</u> your only
option.</span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Our dentists have taken special training from pioneering sleep apnea
researchers and they can help you understand all your options to let you
know what will work best in your case.</span
>
</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN">What is the cost of sleep apnea treatment?<o:p></o:p></span>
</h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Out-of-pocket costs to <a href="/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html">treat sleep apnea</a> depends on your specific needs
and what insurance coverage you have, which could help offset some of the
costs. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>At Heidelberg Dentist our expert team will help you understand your
out-of-pocket costs before moving forward. </span
>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>If you need help fitting your treatment into your budget, we will also
show you several flexible financing plans.
</span>
</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">
<span lang="EN"
>Don't you owe it to yourself to fix your sleep so you can start living
live again?</span
>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Best of all… we all have an innate drive to smile whenever we see someone else do it. One smile is all it takes to make everyone in the room feel better.</span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-51059294514138340372020-08-23T09:51:00.001+10:002020-08-23T09:52:33.938+10:00Sleep Apnea Symptoms<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Did you know the #1 symptom of sleep apnea is snoring?</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">But don’t worry, not all snorers suffer from sleep apnea. A telltale sign is usually snoring accompanied with silent breathing pauses along with choking or gasping for breath.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If you’re dealing with any of these signs, then make sure you read till the end:</span></div>
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<span id="docs-internal-guid-30cecb4d-7fff-47d0-6f18-0ab937bc493e"><br /><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Most importantly, untreated sleep apnea can badly impact your health — high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, teeth grinding, depression, anxiety, weight gain, and asthma are all on the list.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">And that’s not all...</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Due to poor sleep quality and daytime drowsiness, people with sleep apnea are up to five times more likely to get into a car accident.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All this might sound alarming, but there are actually many ways you can attack the problem.</span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you think you might be suffering from sleep apnea, then the safest thing to do is secure your consultation by calling 94596300</span></span></div>
Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-57501957806679578322020-08-23T09:49:00.000+10:002020-08-23T09:49:52.200+10:00Straighten kids teeth without braces<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Have you started worrying about your childs crooked teeth?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Did you know that crooked teeth could <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>indicate underlying serious health problems?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Your childs crooked teeth could lead to misaligned
jaws which could lead to an array of serious health problems into adulthood. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: black; mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Most parents ensure that their childrens dental habits are looked into.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even more is that most forward thinking parents actually make sure their childs teeth and jaws are growing properly which can lead to a balanced jaw growth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><br /></span> Crooked teeth can lead to confident issues in children and nowadays we don’t
wait till the children have reached in their teens to do something about it. We
have techniques and technology for as early as the age of 3 where we can help
children develop better jaws, teeth and a healthier smile.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The (BIG) side
benefits are that if you take these steps now, you can potentially save
yourself thousands of dollars down the line and help your child get the best
possible facial growth and smile.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Have you been told…<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;">…that you should
just wait until all your child’s permanent teeth have come through and THEN put
braces on. However, often by this stage there has been irreversible damage that
can lead to expensive surgery and the painful need to remove teeth that could
have been saved.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the cause of the crooked teeth is not addressed, placing braces on teeth could
be like rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic - sure they will look straight,
but the delay would have done nothing to ward off impending disasters like poor
sleep into adulthood, chronic pain or airway problems. </span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mums and dads
are often shocked when I tell them that crooked teeth are usually the result of
poor oral health habits:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Not breathing through the nose</span></li>
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A (fun) fact: The tongue is one of the strongest muscles and can exert up to
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">If that surprised you:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">Scientific research proves that it only takes 6 months of poor sleep to cause
permanent damage, to the brain, to the heart and throughout the body.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You see, the REAL
point of orthodontic treatment and braces is to give your child longer-term health
benefits to improve their quality of life in adulthood. Beautiful, straight teeth
are just a happy bonus! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">How, you ask? Because
by fixing the combined forces of the tongue, cheeks and lips, which is what
orthodontic treatments correct, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>you will
help to minimise the chances of your child relapsing into the bad habits above.
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">So does my child now have these problems for life?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">No, the
underlying issues can be fixed. Its not always necessarily by me, but I can
help with either directing you to the right place or with training the oral
habits and testing out the origin of the poor sleep, mouth breathing, or misalignment
of teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">But that’s
only if you take action now, because these preventive treatments only work
during certain stages in your child’s physical development.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Preventive
orthodontic treatment is a combination of exercises (breathing, lips, tongue
position) that corrects poor oral habits and sometimes along with the use of a
removable dental device. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Its been
proven preventive orthodontics are a better option in every sense for your
child and your wallet. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">But how do I know that my child even has these problems?</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">There are many signs
that point to a potential problem, which may be fixed by preventive
orthodontics :<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Difficulty to wake up or getting tired during the day</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "symbol"; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="text-indent: -18pt;">Neck pain/Back pain</span></li>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-language: EN-AU;">I can confidently promise you that we can help. We will listen. If you
tell us that your child has these symptoms you won’t be dismissed as a paranoid
parent. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Why? With over
10 years experience in this field and helping hundreds of kids avoid braces and
promote healthy facial growth. I have seen first hand how 3 out of 4 children
have some form of malocclusion. Seeing years of consistent results (better
sleep and behaviour, no need for braces) it’s clear that early intervention is
the key.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Instead of waiting until all
their adult teeth appear and ultimately being left with expensive and painful
options (a higher chance of teeth removal or surgery) it is best that we assess
children early to see if preventive orthodontics is an option.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-89965451294418587762020-08-22T16:18:00.001+10:002020-08-22T16:22:54.499+10:00Why do my gums bleed<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Bleeding gums are a sign of inflammation,
caused by a build-up of plaque at your gumline which contains millions of
harmful bacteria in it. It is in fact a sign of gingivitis, a mild form of gum
disease that require immediate attention, and if left untreated, it can lead to
a more serious form of gum disease called periodontitis.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you have:<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Bad breath that won’t go away<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Red, swollen, tender and bleeding gums<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Loose teeth or teeth that are shifting away from
each other<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Sensitive teeth <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Receding gums or longer appearing teeth<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Pus from the gums<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">People with poor oral hygiene</span>. Not removing plaque on a routine
basis will cause an immune response in the body that results in swelling and
bleeding.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Smokers.</span> Nicotine in the cigarette impairs gingival blood flow. As
a result, fewer immune cells are available in the gingival tissue, which make
it harder to fight back the bacteria accumulating inside the plaque. Clinically,
smoking has been associated with increased pocket depths, calculus deposition,
bone loss and other oral complications.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Pregnant women</span>. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can elevate
gum irritation and bleeding.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">People with certain medical conditions</span>.</span> Diabetic patients for
example, are more likely to get infections for their immune system isn’t
powerful enough to fight back bacteria.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i><span style="color: black; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">“You can save yourself a whole lot of problems:
pain, money, aggravation, by just doing simple preventive things. “<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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Here are some oral hygiene tips that will
help you keep your entire mouth healthier and help prevent or reduce gum
bleeding:<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Brush with soft-bristle toothbrush twice a day for
at least 2 minutes. Change your toothbrush every 3 or 4 months.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]-->Avoid tobacco<o:p></o:p></div>
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This has two parts. Scaling is when your dentist removes all the plaque
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teeth roots to help remove bacteria that contribute to the disease. This
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<h2 style="text-align: left;">How does dental decay develop?</h2>
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Tooth decay is the destruction of enamel, which is the outer white layer of
the teeth. When a tooth is constantly exposed to the acid, which is the
product of reaction between sugars in food/drinks and bacteria, the enamel
starts to deteriorate.
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Early sign of decay can be seen as a white spots which then transform into a
cavity or a hole in your teeth over time.
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Are some people more prone to dental cavities?
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There are a few factors that can contribute to dental decay.
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<li>Genetic factors (yes dental issues can run in the family)</li>
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Diet that consists of lots of sticky food, sugary snacks and drinks, soda and acidic drinks
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<li>Frequent snacking or sipping without brushing or mouthwashing afterwards</li>
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Dry mouth (low quantity of saliva cannot effectively wash away food and
plaque from your teeth)
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<li>Inadequate brushing</li>
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Old dental fillings (worn dental fillings create rough edges allowing
plaque to build up easily)
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<li>Heartburn (stomach acid can wear away the outer layer of tooth)</li>
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Not getting enough fluoride (fluoride helps prevent cavities and can
reverse early signs of decay)
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<p>Now, many of these are very generic symptoms or situations so it's difficult to pinpoint the cause of your decay or cavities without actually looking in your mouth.</p>
<p>Thankfully, our gentle dentists use modern, digital dental practices to get a clear understanding of what might be causign your teeth to decay. This then means that you can potentially take your pick from a proven range of treatments dental for decay and cavities.</p>
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How does frequent snacking affect your teeth?
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Saliva in our oral cavity continuously try to neutralize the acids produced
by bacteria and carbohydrates. A Resting pH (6.7-7.3) in the oral cavity is
maintained by saliva.
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However, the pH drops when a certain amount of carbohydrateor sugar is
consumed, and enamel demineralisation occurs if it drops below a pH of 5.5.
It takes about 30 mins to go back to neutral.
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If the oral cavity is frequently exposed to carbohydrates, this creates a
continual acid bath over your teeth.
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Therefore itsbetter to eat sugary sweets in one go instead of frequently
throughout the day<br />
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<h2>How to prevent dental caries?</h2>
<p>
Good dental hygiene can help you avoid unpleasant situations. Here are some
easy tips to make sure you minimise your chances of having to find an
<a href="/p/emergency-dentist-in-heidelberg-open.html">emergency dentist</a> at the worst possible time:
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<li>Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste</li>
<li>Drink tap water (bottle water doesn’t contain fluoride)</li>
<li>Avoid frequent snacking and sipping</li>
<li>Visit dentist regularly</li>
<li>Apply tooth mousse if needed</li>
<li>Consider Fissure sealants if you have deep grooves</li>
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A part of good dental hygiene is ensuring that you have a
<a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/2016/05/have-you-made-your-personal-dental.html">personal dental and smile health plan</a> set and agreed with your dentist.
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<h2 style="text-align: left;">When do I need to see a dentist?</h2>
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<li>A toothache</li>
<li>Sensitivity to hot or cold food and drinks</li>
<li>Black, brown or white stains on your tooth surface</li>
<li>Got food stuck between your teeth</li>
<li>Pain on biting or chewing</li>
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<p>These symptoms often indicate deeper dental issues. The good news is that they can usually be treated using modern, digital dental practices, if assessed quickly by one of our gentle dentists.</p>
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<b>1. Is there a link between Diabetes and Gum disease?</b><br />
Yes. Diabetes is in fact a major risk factor for periodontitis (severe gum disease).<br />
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<b>2. What are the most common oral problems from diabetes?</b><br />
· Gingivitis (mild form of gum disease: red swollen bleeding gum)<br />
· Periodontitis (moderate to severe form of gum disease: red swollen bleeding gum, changes in the fit of denture, bad breath, gingival recession, loose teeth, infection)<br />
· Thrush (sore red or white patches on your gums, tongue, cheek and on the roof of the mouth), sometimes those patches turn into open sores<br />
· Dry mouth (dry feeling in your mouth, difficulty chewing, eating and swallowing)<br />
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<b>3. Why people with diabetes are more prone to gum diseases and decay?</b><br />
Uncontrolled blood sugar levels can cause levels of glucose to rise in the saliva and this creates a breeding ground for bacteria, increasing the risk of gum disease and dental decay.<br />
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<b>4. How can I help manage this at home?</b><br />
· Keeping blood sugar level under control is a good start<br />
· Antiseptic mouthwash can be helpful but thoroughly brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing are essential<br />
· If you wear a denture, clean it everyday<br />
· <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/periodontal-dentist-treating-gingivitis.html">Visit your dentist regularly and have regular professional cleans</a><br />
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<b>5. How can dentists help you fight diabetes?</b><br />
Studies have shown that treating gum diseases can improve blood sugar control by having professional deep cleanings done by your dentist/hygienist can help to lower your HbA1c (a lab test that shows your blood sugar level).</div>
Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-81347059262253982712020-08-22T14:44:00.003+10:002020-08-22T14:44:43.818+10:00Why you might be grinding your teeth<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Grinding saves lives.</b></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">That's right, your read that right. So why is your dentist always trying to stop it?</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">If you’re dealing with sleep apnea or a some form of sleep disordered breathing, then grinding is one way your body can force you to breathe again when your airway becomes blocked during sleep. The movement of the jaw, to try and open your airway is forcing you to breath, but also grinds your teeth in the process.</span></div>
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Heidelberg Dentisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15472673744939645527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023768573236818010.post-12819400994826587032020-08-20T14:03:00.007+10:002021-03-02T14:27:28.804+11:00A clear & (almost) invisible alternative to metal braces that straighten your teeth fast<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<h2>Clear Braces Can Be A Simple Fix for Crooked Teeth</h2>
<p>A smile goes a long way. It’s the first thing people notice about you. Whether they are first meeting you or have known you for years, people assume you are unhappy or disinterested if you are not smiling. </p>
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<p>Leaving crooked or otherwise misaligned teeth untreated can also lead to additional health problems, such as bad breath, tooth decay, and chronic headaches. It can even lead to <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/tmj-specialist-for-tmj-pain-bruxism.html">TMJ disorders</a> and <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/periodontal-dentist-treating-gingivitis.html">gum disease</a>.</p>
<p>Given all that, fixing your smile can be one of the most important investments you make in your life.</p>
<p>Fortunately, you do not need braces to fix crooked teeth, an overbite, underbite, open bite, crossbite, or overly crowded teeth anymore. There is a much simpler and better solution now in Clear aligners, with common brands such as Invisalign.</p>
<p>At Heidelberg Dentist we know traditional braces are obvious, uncomfortable, inconvenient, and can sometimes be slower. We know they traditional braces could cause you to hide your smile, miss out on eating food they you love and feel uncomfortable while you're going through the process.</p>
<p>This is why we can offer both options of fixed traditional braces and removable clear aligners from Invisalign.</p>
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<h2>How Does Invisalign® Work?</h2>
<p>Invisalign® can help if your teeth are crooked or misaligned because of a gap, an overbite, underbite, crossbite, overcrowding, and more. </p>
<p>Instead of attaching brackets to your teeth and using ugly metal wires, Invisalign® uses a series of clear aligners to gently guide your teeth into perfect alignment.</p>
<p>When you come to Heidelberg Dentist to have Invisalign® guide your teeth into place, we will design a custom Invisalign® treatment plan for you.</p>
<p>Once you approve your plan, we will create a series of clear, custom-designed aligners to gently and gradually align and adjust your teeth into place.</p>
<p>All you will need to do at that point is wear the aligners.</p>
<p>Unlike with braces, the aligners are removable and clear. As your teeth shift, you will change to the next set of aligners. Typically, this happens every one or two weeks. </p>
<p>We will have you back in the office every six to eight weeks to check on your progress, but your results will start to occur fast. We also monitor your progress with a take home scanner box which will send us videos and photos when you change each aligner.</p>
<p>Every time you change to a new set of aligners, it means your teeth are getting closer to the perfect alignment you deserve.</p>
<p>Since your Invisalign® aligners will be removable, you can take them out when eating and when you are brushing and flossing your teeth. You only need to wear them between 20 and 22 hours per day for optimal results.</p>
<h2>Who Is Invisalign® For?</h2>
<p>Invisalign® is suitable for teens or adults who want a straight smile without all the discomfort, inconvenience, and cosmetic drawbacks of braces.</p>
<p>If you have been hiding your smile because of crooked or misaligned teeth and are ready to transform your smile (and your life!) our team of <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/invisalign.html">Invisalign-trained dentists</a> can help!</p>
<h2>How Much Do Clear Braces Cost?</h2>
<p>Because each patient’s teeth are different, it is impossible to predict your out-of-pocket costs for Invisalign® with any accuracy without a consultation. </p>
<p>At Heidelberg Dentist we believe every patient deserves a bright, straight smile, so we offer free, no-pressure Invisalign® consultations. You will also get to choose from our range of <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/interest-free-payment-plan-for-dental.html" target="_blank">dental payment options</a> that could help you "buy now, pay later".</p>
<p>During your consultation, we will examine your mouth, discuss your custom treatment plan, and show you several options to help fit Invisalign® or other clear aligner companies into even tight budgets. We will answer any questions you have and give you the same VIP treatment we give all our incredible patients.</p>
<h2>The Next Step</h2>
<p>The next step to getting the smile you deserve is to schedule your no pressure Invisalign® consultation with us. During this consultation, we will be able to answer all your questions and you might even be able to see how your new smile will look before you make a decision.</p>
<p>If that sounds like something you've always wanted to do, then here are your three options to take the next step to straight teeth and an amazing smile: </p>
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Our mouth is constantly exposed to the external environment, food, air, bacteria, saliva. Therefore compared to other organs it isn’t as well protected.
Delaying checkups and cleans can lead to larger problems not only in the mouth but also for your general health.
It sounds strange, but the easiest way to save on dental costs is to come in regularly (every 6 months) for your check up and clean appointment, get xrays every 2 years or so and deal with any issues while they are still small.
For example, in a check up appointment we might notice some staining on the grooves of your molars. At that time if the xrays doesn’t show any decay going deeper into the tooth, the staining canbe removed and the grooves sealed off for better protection and easier cleaning.
If you wait a little longer, than sealant could turn into a small filling- it still wont be painful, but unfortunately now we would need to drill a bit deeper, and the cost would go up.
If you wait till it hurts, then you could be looking at a bigger and most costly filling, or even a root canal.
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Just like getting your car regularly serviced, if the mechanic tells you something isn’t working as well as it could and it’s a small fix now, you would do it instead of waiting for the brakes to fail, or the engine to stop working, wouldn’t you?
Losing a tooth can lead to issues eating, your other teeth moving into the space, jaw issues as the force on your teeth becomes uneven and more expensive treatment to fix it.
We find that our regular patients who see us twice a year spend less money on the dentist as those who only come in for emergency treatment.
Make sure you are comfortable at the dental clinic you choose, and you understand you short, medium and long term issues the dentist can see. This can help you better plan financially, but also if there are preventive measures you can take to avoid those medium and long term issues, you can start doing them now.
Discuss <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/interest-free-payment-plan-for-dental.html">payment plan options available</a> or how the plans can be spread out to maximise health benefits but understanding what the risks are if you leave something too long.
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<h2>What is a sleep study?</h2>
A sleep study is essentially a recording while you sleep to measure your snoring, your efficiency in breathing, what stage of sleep you are in, your heart rate etc to see if you are sleeping effectively.
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Why should you get a sleep study done?</h2>
If you feel you are not sleeping properly over a long period of time and not sure why, or if your GP/physician or <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/">gentle family dentist</a> feels there is some abnormal activity happening in your sleep, they may ask you to have a sleep study?
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It’s a good idea to get a sleep study if you have one or more of these conditions/symptoms:
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1. Consistently poor sleep<br />
2. Difficulty waking up even after 7-8 hours of sleep<br />
3. Difficulty falling asleep (more than 10-15 minutes)<br />
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5. gasping for air when you sleep<br />
6. Partner complaining snoring is too loud<br />
7. Day time sleepiness, whether this be at work, home or even while driving<br />
8. High body mass index (BMI)<br />
9. High blood pressure<br />
10. Clenching or grinding your teeth at night<br />
11. Male over 40 years of age<br />
12. Difficulty breathing on your back when you sleep
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There are two other interesting factors that are a little different from the list above, but just as important for deciding if you're in that group for who a sleep study might make a world of difference. So you should get a sleep study done if you're:
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How do you do a sleep study?</h2>
A sleep study can be done overnight at a hospital, or you can take home a smaller unit and do one in your own home. At Heidelberg Dentist we can loan out our take-home unit to our patients who qualify for our <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/sleep-apnoea-what-is-it-should-you-get.html">free take-home sleep studies</a>.
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These take-home sleep studies can get us some quick results to see if there is a problem that needs to be investigated further. If further tests are necessary we can help you organise them with the best practitioners in Melbourne.
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Can sleep study results be wrong?</h2>
There are a few reasons why the results from take-home sleep studies could be incorrect or inconclusive:
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Depending on the issue, sometimes we ask you to sleep with it for a couple of nights in a row so we can get an average result.
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Can a take-home sleep study be done during the day?</h2>
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As long as you are sleeping for at least 4 hours your results will be reliable and we will be able to draw logical conclusions from your results.
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Research proves that undertaking prolonged shift work can really mess with your biological clock. Some diseases like <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.colorado.edu%2Ftoday%2F2018%2F02%2F12%2Ffrequent-night-shift-work-boosts-likelihood-type-2-diabetes&psig=AOvVaw33j4AemKFonZ-unnwgBeN3&ust=1583928879491000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CA0QjhxqFwoTCPi6ranyj-gCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD" target="_blank">Type 2 Diabetes</a> are known to be more prevalent in shift workers.
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So while a sleep study will not help to prevent diabetes, it will definitely help you understand whether you could be sleeping better. <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/2018/08/live-up-to-10-years-longer-by-fixing.html">Good sleep helps us bodies</a> in a number of really powerful ways.
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What do the sleep study numbers mean?</h2>
The main number that you should know is the AHI which means the apnoea/hypopnea index. This is essentially the number times you stop breathing every hour on average.
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For example, if your take-home sleep study returns an AHI of 25, you have moderate sleep apnoea. It means you stopped breathing for over 30 seconds 25 times an hour (on average), which is equivalent to being smothered by a pillow 25 times an hour (scary!).
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The following numbers should only be used as general guides ("rules of thumb," if you like) because your situation and your health needs are unique:
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<li>An AHI under 5 is considered normal for adults.</li>
<li>An AHI between 5 and 15 for an adult is considered mild apnoea.</li>
<li>An AHI between 16 and 30 for an adult is considered moderate apnoea.</li>
<li>An AHI above 30 is severe and anyone with this reading should seek immediate medical help from a qualified dentist or sleep physician.</li>
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Veneers are a way to fix the shape and colour of your crooked and stained teeth into a stunning smile with <a alt="Orthondontic teeth straightening dentist Melbourne" href="//www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/orthodontic-teeth-straightening-braces.html">straight teeth</a> that you're proud of. A veneer is a thin cover for your teeth, similar to having a fake nail put on your fingers.
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Veneers can be done in porcelain or in resin (white filling material). <a href="https://www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/crowns-and-bridges.html">Porcelain veneers</a> are what you see many celebrities have or what they do in the extreme makeover shows to get those amazing results in what literally seems like zero time.
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Its well known that veneers are cheaper in Thailand or other popular medical tourism destinations. I often get asked why?
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<h2>Dental treatment in Thailand is cheap, but what about your body?</h2>
I'll get to that shortly, but first it's important for you to appreciate that any high quality dental procedure, particularly cosmetic dental procedures takes time, both in the chair and also with the lab. Your dentist takes this time to not only give you a great looking smile, but to also ensure the right fit so that you're not in pain later.
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Time is also a crucial factor in helping your body and your mouth adapt to the new fittings in your mouth. If you're forming the conclusion that this is one aspect of life that cannot be rushed, you're spot on.
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One of the main issues we see with work being done on holiday (or even dental holidays), is that it gets rushed. This can lead to an improper fit, crowns or veneers falling out or, in the worst case scenario, your tooth having to be removed.
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The reason dental treatment in Thailand or other popular medical tourism destinations is cheap is because of the material that's used, the cost of labour and the dedication to post-procedure care. All of these are significantly cheaper in Thailand (or other less developed countries).
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<h2>Your peace of mind is important</h2>
It's worth you keeping in mind the old adage when it comes to your dental treatment: you get what you pay for.
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You can get a lot of peace of mind by getting your dental work done in the country you live in. If you have a reaction or if something doesn't feel right, you can easily get it checked, fixed or even replaced without unnecessary waiting times (or an extra flight) and difficult questions that you many not be able to answer.
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In some cases the overseas work done on some people has been so bad that it costs them many multiple of what they initially spent to get it fixed in Australia.
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Ultimately, the choice is yours and we know that the cost will be cheaper - but at what biological cost?
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If price is the only factor holding you back from getting your smile makeover at a trusted and caring <a href="//www.heidelbergdentist.com.au" target="_blank">dentist in Heidelberg, Melbourne</a>, we offer <a href="//www.heidelbergdentist.com.au/p/interest-free-payment-plan-for-dental.html" target="_blank">interest-free dental payment plan</a> to ease the pressure on your budget. Your treatment can also be spread out over a longer period to give your body and your wallet more time to recover.
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If you have questions about any dental work done overseas, book an appointment with our caring and approachable dentists. We will be able to give you affordable options that are in line with modern treatment techniques that are considered best-practice by local dentists in Melbourne.
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