by Dr Linda Chen | Jun 25, 2025 | Dental Treatment, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention
When we think tooth loss, we usually picture kids waiting for the tooth fairy or older adults whose teeth have already had a good innings. But when it happens in your teens or twenties, it can feel like a life interrupted.The truth is, tooth loss affects young people...
by Dr Linda Chen | May 27, 2025 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Oral Hygiene Care
Let’s be honest—we’ve all had those moments. You’re rushing to a meeting, just finished a garlicky lunch, or realise your breath might not be the freshest. That’s when many people reach for a trusty mouth spray. But what exactly does mouth spray do for your breath? Is...
by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 25, 2025 | Dental Treatment, Oral Conditions and Issues, Prevention, Signs and Symptoms
Dental fillings are your silent sentinels, defending your teeth against the progression of decay. Yet despite their durable nature, these protective barriers face their own battle against time. Like any restoration, fillings gradually lose their integrity—weakening,...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jan 10, 2025 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Children, Prevention, Risk Factors
What’s the risk when your child sucks their thumb? As parents, we all want the best for our children, so it’s only natural to feel concerned about certain habits—especially one as common as thumb-sucking. You may have noticed your little one turning to their thumb for...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jul 26, 2024 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Links to General Health, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Risk Factors
Have you ever felt a moment of hesitation during a conversation, wondering if your breath might not be as fresh as you’d like? I think we all have! Bad breath, or chronic halitosis, can affect our social interactions and self-confidence. Fortunately, while the...
by | Mar 2, 2023 | Dental Treatment, Gum Disease, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health, Oral Health Education, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Why do my gums bleed when flossing? Everybody knows the benefits of flossing and interdental cleaning. The regular practice of these oral care and hygiene habits can help ensure that the gum line and hard-to-reach areas between your teeth are free from plaque. Keeping...
