by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Sep 11, 2018 | Cold Sores, Dental Article, Preventative dentistry
Do you have small blisters on the border of your lips but don’t know if they are cold sores or canker sores? If you do have cold sores, don’t worry about your scheduled dentist appointment for we can adjust and reschedule to suit your condition. Give us a call!...
by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Aug 9, 2018 | Dental Article, Preventative dentistry, Sparkling Water
Everybody knows that drinking water is good for your health. But staying hydrated can be difficult and often tedious. You are told to drink at least eight glasses of water a day, but after the first few glasses, you might find the taste gets a little stale. After...
by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Jul 24, 2018 | Dental Article, Dental Health Week 2018
Dental Health Week Australia is a key event held by the Australian Dental Association (ADA) during the first week of August each year (6-12). This year’s theme is “Watch Your Mouth”, intended to remind Australians about the importance of keeping an eye on their...
by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Jul 16, 2018 | Dental Article, Gingivitis, Gum Disease
If you notice that you have swollen, red, or bleeding gums, you might be among the many Australians who suffer from gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease. And while some people think that slight bleeding of the gums is normal, particularly during vigorous...
by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Jun 26, 2018 | Dental Article, Dentures
Dentures can be an economical answer for people missing one or more teeth. Over 5% of Australian adults have lost all their natural teeth and an additional 11.4% of people have inadequate natural dentition (under 21 natural teeth). A slightly higher percentage of...
by Dr Nate Tran (dentist) | Jun 19, 2018 | Dental Article, Dental Cleaning
You come in for your regular dental checkup at True Dental Care Preston and we tell you that you’ll need to come back for a “deep cleaning” under the gumline. You might wonder what that treatment is, why you need it, and if it should be on your regular...