White Coating on TongueYour tongue is supposed to be a lovely shade of pink. If parts of your tongue appear to be coated with a white substance, this could be oral thrush, a yeast overgrowth that occurs inside the oral cavity. Of course, it could just be whitish from not brushing your tongue every time you brush your teeth. You…
Taking steps to improve dental health is a critical part of your overall wellbeing. The new year is the perfect time to design resolutions for establishing healthy habits. Whether it’s improving toothbrushing habits or completing dental treatment, wellness resolutions are always in season and the benefits of setting goals can be rewarding and motivating. Remember to make resolutions attainable by…
Christmas is only days away which means the festive season is in full swing. During this enjoyable time of year, you’re likely to attend parties and later than usual nights out, plus indulge in party foods and drinks. Below we have included things to mindful of this festive season so you can still have an enjoyable time and look after…
You may have heard that chewing gum can help clean your mouth and keep your teeth and gums healthy, but is this true? Well, the short answer is yes! It’s surprising, but chewing gum can be a very handy weapon to keep your breath fresh, teeth strong and mouth free of the acids and bacteria that lead to tooth decay.…
As you age, it’s completely natural for your tooth enamel to slowly wear down. At the age of 30, for example, a “normal” adult will have lost about a millimeter from their front teeth due to the friction caused by chewing. Unfortunately, an increasing number of older adults are experiencing excessive wear beyond what’s considered normal. This can lead to…
With kids now back at school our dentists at Tower Dental wanted to make sure that any bad habits which developed during lockdown are changed as a more normal routine returns. Many of us have understandably let children graze on foods which are bad for their teeth over the last few months. It’s been difficult on them not seeing friends, enjoy…
Christmas is truly the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season is a great opportunity to spend time with friends and family and indulge in some of your favorite treats. But during this festive time of cheer and goodwill, it’s important to remember that you will need to pay extra attention to your teeth. Here are a few…
Red wine is a popular drink to have with dinner, at parties, and on special occasions. Unfortunately, red wine can also be damaging to your teeth. Teeth can turn a soft purple color after you drink red wine. Over time, this type of drink can cause your teeth to become more brown, blue, dingy gray, or purple. This discoloration happens…
Melbourne is known for its cultural diversity, excellent dining options and amazing street art. It’s also known for being the coffee capital of the world and as we come out of stage 4 restrictions many of us will no doubt find ourselves sipping away at our local favourite coffee shop. But could this seemingly harmless habit be ruining our smile? Unfortunately,…
The startling answer is YES, if left untreated, bacteria from infected gums can pass into the blood circulation. Latest research suggests these bacteria may increase your risk of heart disease, lung disease, diabetes and even some forms of dementia. There is more and more evidence that as well as ensuring a healthy mouth and teeth, preventing gum disease may have long-term…
