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Jeremy H.J. Rourke
- Port Macquarie, New South Wales
- BDS With Honors at University of Sydney
- Accepting new patients
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Is it okay to swallow the gel applied for a mouth ulcer?
Health regulators only licensed gels that are safe to swallow.
How do I know if I have an infection in my gums or teeth?
Gum diseases affects 99 per cent of the population and if you consume sugar in food or drink you almost certainly will have decayed teeth. See a dentist for a checkup
What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?
A missing tooth or several teeth can be replaced by an implant with a crown, or a bridge or a removable partial denture.
I had my wisdom tooth removed yesterday. When can I start eating solid food again?
Eating solid food after an extraction is usually not a problem. It is however advisable to avoid extremely hot food or drink as this can damage the blood clot. Friable food (food READ MORE
Eating solid food after an extraction is usually not a problem. It is however advisable to avoid extremely hot food or drink as this can damage the blood clot. Friable food (food that crumbles) is not a good idea. Thinks such as biscuits and mashed potatoes and crumbed food is best avoided. You should never smoke after any tooth extraction.
I have white dots on both of my gums and tongue. What could these be?
There are many causes for white spots on the cheek and tongue. This could be a viral disease, such as chickenpox, or an allergy. You may be infectious and should self isolate and READ MORE
There are many causes for white spots on the cheek and tongue. This could be a viral disease, such as chickenpox, or an allergy. You may be infectious and should self isolate and book an appointment with a medical practitioner.
What does bone loss in the teeth mean?
Bone loss around the roots of teeth is not uncommon with severe diabetes. If you want your teeth to last as long as possible then you should ask your dentist to provide a course READ MORE
Bone loss around the roots of teeth is not uncommon with severe diabetes. If you want your teeth to last as long as possible then you should ask your dentist to provide a course of treatment or see a specialist periodontist.
Can you use existing dentures for implants?
Sometimes existing denture can be used as an overdenture with new implants but usually, it is better to get a new denture
Why do my dentures hurt when I bite down?
Your gum will be hurting when you bite because the denture is not fitting properly. After a while, your gums shrink and a new denture will ride up on the gum that has not shrunk. READ MORE
Your gum will be hurting when you bite because the denture is not fitting properly. After a while, your gums shrink and a new denture will ride up on the gum that has not shrunk. For new dentures, some gum will be hard and some soft so pressure on the dentures during chewing is not evenly distributed and this leads to pressure spots that require adjustment.
Is a wisdom tooth removal painful?
With care by the dental team, you should have no pain whatsoever with the anaesthetic for the tooth removal and during the procedure to remove the wisdom tooth. After the numbness READ MORE
With care by the dental team, you should have no pain whatsoever with the anaesthetic for the tooth removal and during the procedure to remove the wisdom tooth. After the numbness has worn off you may experience minor discomfort that should be able to be controlled with pain killers
Should I put ice on the area my tooth was extracted?
I would not normally recommend ice as it would possibly cause a cold burn just as something too hot might cause a hot burn
What is a mini tooth implant?
Mini tooth implants are, as the name implies, smaller than a regular implant. They are safer to place but lack the same degree of bone anchorage. It's a decision best left to your READ MORE
Mini tooth implants are, as the name implies, smaller than a regular implant. They are safer to place but lack the same degree of bone anchorage. It's a decision best left to your implant dentist to recommend the best kind, regular or mini.
How long does it take for a filling to harden?
Unless your filling is an amalgam (the kind that turns black), it will be hard enough to eat one immediately. One exception to this is a temporary or semi-permanent filling made READ MORE
Unless your filling is an amalgam (the kind that turns black), it will be hard enough to eat one immediately. One exception to this is a temporary or semi-permanent filling made with glass Ionomer cement (GIC). Just ask the receptionist, they will probably know.
What are the symptoms of a tooth infection?
The classic signs of any infection are redness, heat, swelling, pain and altered function. If your tooth is particularly sensitive to hot or touch you probably have a tooth abscess READ MORE
The classic signs of any infection are redness, heat, swelling, pain and altered function. If your tooth is particularly sensitive to hot or touch you probably have a tooth abscess and require a root canal procedure or an extraction
Can an infected root canal tooth be saved?
Retreatment of teeth with failed root canal fillings is always a possibility. However, the success rate of 95 to 98 percent with a first-time root filling often falls to 50 to READ MORE
Retreatment of teeth with failed root canal fillings is always a possibility. However, the success rate of 95 to 98 percent with a first-time root filling often falls to 50 to 65 percent success with a second root filling. Ask your dentist what he believes the chances are with your tooth.
What kind of doctor should I see for TMJ?
TMJ (or TMD) problems are best dealt with by a dentist with experience and training. Most general dentists do not do TMJ work and the best specialist to see is a Prosthodontist READ MORE
TMJ (or TMD) problems are best dealt with by a dentist with experience and training. Most general dentists do not do TMJ work and the best specialist to see is a Prosthodontist (Crown and Bridge Specialist)
How can I get rid of gum pain at home?
You may have a gum infection that requires an antibiotic - so see a dentist. Whatever gum problem you have it will help to rinse three times a day after meals for 7 days with a READ MORE
You may have a gum infection that requires an antibiotic - so see a dentist. Whatever gum problem you have it will help to rinse three times a day after meals for 7 days with a peroxide mouth rinse such as Peroxyl and starting the same day twice daily between meals for 14 days rinse with a Chlorhexidine mouthwash such as Savacol
Should I floss after every meal?
Recent research has shown that you don't need to floss the spaces between all of your teeth every day - Just the ones that you want to keep
What is the possible cause of swelling and numbness on the right side of my tongue?
If it only affects one side of your tongue it could be an infection in a saliva gland or nerve- If it is going up and down you might have a sialith (look it up on Google) a saliva READ MORE
If it only affects one side of your tongue it could be an infection in a saliva gland or nerve- If it is going up and down you might have a sialith (look it up on Google) a saliva stone that blocks the duct and causes the saliva to :"back up in the pipe" On the other hand you have a viral infection of the lingual nerve - especially if you have recently been in contact with anyone who has had chicken[pox - This may cause unilateral infection called Herpes Zoster - it's not like genital herpes thougth
Are whitening toothpastes bad for the teeth?
YES - they don't whiten tooth enamel and are THE number ONE cause of tooth sensitivity.
What is the treatment suggested for treating dental plaque and soreness in the gums?
Electric Toothbrushing three times per day - every day.
