GENERAL DENTISTRY
At The Happy Tooth we are committed to promoting good dental health for adults and children.
This way everyone has a better chance of a healthy smile for life.
Regular dental check-ups are important as they can help prevent serious oral health complications before they start. By catching problems early and maintaining good oral hygiene, regular check-ups can save patients discomfort, time, and money in the long run.
Children’s teeth are extremely important to look after and protect for their general health and wellbeing.
Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, is the most common cause of tooth loss, affecting 3 in 10 adult Australians. Gum disease is caused by a prolonged build-up of plaque and tartar on the teeth. Some of the common signs are bleeding or swollen gums, bad breath, loose teeth, and gaps appearing between the teeth.
Restoring teeth with white fillings, composite resin or ceramic, leaves the tooth with a natural finish and undetectable when laughing or smiling.
Wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are usually the last teeth to erupt. Wisdom teeth can sometimes cause pain and discomfort.
Root Canal Therapy can help save a tooth that is damaged by deep decay or infection.
Sometimes a tooth cannot be saved and needs removal. It is important that after having a tooth removed, the area is looked after. This helps to ensure that the socket is able to heal properly and to reduce the risk of infection.
Dentures are removable sets of artificial teeth set into plastic or metal frameworks, resting directly on the gum.
All people who participate in any sport or activity where there is a risk of contact to the face, should wear a mouthguard to prevent dental injury.