The Dental Desk
General information on dental health and treatment. Articles are for information only and are not a substitute for an examination.
General information only. Everyone’s oral health and dental needs are different, so please see a dentist for advice that applies to you.
Latest · Dental pain, emergencies & X-rays · 26 Oct 2026
Mouth ulcers are small, painful sores inside the mouth, on the inside of the cheeks or lips, the tongue, the gums or the roof of the mouth. They are very common, and most heal…
Read the article →Composite bonding is a way of repairing or reshaping a tooth by adding tooth-coloured resin directly to its surface. The material is shaped by…
The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is an Australian Government program, administered through Medicare, that helps pay for basic dental care for eligible children…
Bruxism is the habit of grinding, clenching or gnashing the teeth. Many people do it at some point, often without realising. It can happen…
Gum recession is when the gum pulls back from a tooth and exposes part of the root. It usually happens slowly, so it is…
Smoking affects almost every part of the mouth, from the colour of the teeth to the health of the gums and the way the…
Diabetes affects many parts of the body, and the mouth is one of them. People with diabetes, particularly when blood glucose levels are not…
Pregnancy brings hormonal and lifestyle changes that can affect the mouth. Many people notice their gums bleed more easily, and morning sickness and cravings…
Tooth erosion is the gradual loss of tooth enamel caused by acid. Unlike decay, it is not caused by bacteria. The acid comes from…
A dry mouth happens when the salivary glands do not make enough saliva. The medical term is xerostomia. Most people have a dry mouth…
