Dental Health

Dr Emma answers a member's question about the different types of dental specialists, including endodontic and periodontic...

A lot of people don't realise that smoking can lead to tooth loss. In fact, there are lots of effects smoking has on the mouth - and none of them are good. In this article, Dr Emma explains both the short and long term implications of smoking in regard to oral health...

When it comes to choosing a dentist, there's a lot to consider. Who should you see, who can you trust? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explores the decision making process for selecting a dentist, and also explains why some dentists may charge more than others for the same service.

We all want perfectly straight, white teeth, right? It's easy to forget that this is probably just the style of the moment. In this article, Dr Emma discovers that throughout history, perceptions of beauty and perfection are many and varied when it comes to teeth....

Having your wisdom teeth removed is a common fear, but it's even scarier when you're told that part of your jawbone will need to be removed as well. In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains the process of wisdom tooth removal and helps to put a reader's mind at ease.

In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the origins of a rubber "dental dam" and why it's beneficial to both dentist and patient...

If you're a parent, you've no doubt wondered at some point about the "right time" to start brushing your baby's teeth. In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains the importance of brushing from an early age...

If you've always thought that braces were only for teenagers, think again. The world of orthodontics has a lot to offer adults who desire straighter teeth - just look at Tom Cruise! In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the benefits of adult orthodontics and the different types available...

In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a reader's question about the causes of bleeding gums...

Halitosis can be a serious problem. Nobody wants to be that person with bad breath. If you're unsure if it's a problem you have, ask an honest, tactful friend. Is it a problem you just have to live with? Definitely not. Is a dentist the right person to see for help? As a starting point, yes...

Dr Emma answers a reader's question about the Medicare Chronic Disease Dental Scheme, and explains the eligibility requirements associated...

One of the most commonly performed procedures by a dentist is the humble scale and clean, yet many patients don't really know why it needs to be done. In this article, Dr Emma explains the importance of seeing your dentist regularly, and why it's different to cleaning your teeth at home...