The Most Common Dental Problems

Dental Care, Detection and Prevention

When it comes to dental care, detection and prevention can mean the difference between keeping your smile intact or losing it.

If you are not adhering to a vigilant program to brush and floss your teeth daily, along with attending regular dental check-ups, you may eventually develop dental issues which can become worse over time the longer they are left untreated.

While some are quite noticeable, as in the case of cavities, other problems like gum disease, tend to take place slowly and quietly over a period of time.

What are Dental Caries?

Dental caries, better known as cavities, is the most commonly occurring dental condition dentists the world over treat yearly.

Caries and tooth decay can occur in anyone at any age.

The decaying process begins when sticky plaque forms on the teeth and combines with the sugars or starches from the food you consume. This combination produces acids that erode tooth enamel, thus leading to cavities. Tooth decay may be prevented by brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and maintaining regular dentist appointments at one of our two Mooloolaba dental clinics near Maroochydore, Mountain Creek and Kawana.

What is Halitosis?

Halitosis, or bad breath, is probably right up there with the most embarrassing of dental problems.

Dental studies show that approximately 85% of the people who suffer from persistent bad breath have this dental condition. Underlying issues such as gum disease, dry mouth from medication, oral cancer or cavities, can all contribute to bad breath. Attempting to fix the problem yourself by using excessive amounts of mouthwash will only mask the odour.

To rule out any of these conditions and get to the source of the issue, visit our Mooloolaba dental practice. Our dentists will find and manage the problem.

What is Periodontal Disease?

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection of the gums surrounding the teeth causing inflammation or gingivitis.

Everyone is at risk of gum disease and it is one of the leading causes of tooth loss among adults.

Some of the most significant risk factors are smoking, and underlying health conditions such as diabetes and dry mouth. Symptoms of gum disease include bad breath, inflamed or bleeding gums, sensitive teeth, and feeling pain when chewing. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, a visit to your Mooloolaba dentist to begin treatment right away will prevent further complications.