Taylor Street Dental

  Have you ever experienced a cracked tooth? A crack in your tooth is a pretty common dental issue, so you are NOT alone – especially as we all get older.  Sometimes it happens from something as simple as biting into an apple or chewing your pen.  Ouch! Understanding the signs, symptoms and treatments of a cracked tooth – and how you can help prevent them – is very important.  But if you do notice a chip or a crack in your tooth, come and see us at  Taylor Street Denta l Dentist Pennant Hills straight away.   If you have sensitivity and pain, there may even be an infection so you will need immediate Pennant Hills dental treatment . A cracked tooth will not heal on its own.  Early treatment may well be the best chance to save your tooth. How do I know if I have a cracked tooth? It can be hard to tell if your tooth is cracked and sometimes there may be very little physical evidence, or it may not be visible to the naked eye. ️️ You might e...

  Be a proactive health insurance user! About 46% of Australians have private health cover – although the media is telling us that number is gradually declining. IF you are one of that 46% – are you making the most of  your  health insurance?   Many people who have private health insurance and extras don’t take full advantage of their cover, and that seems like a real waste. A bit like buying an expensive bike and never riding it.  It is NOT a good deal if you never use it! In most cases, unused benefits don’t roll over to the following year, so if you don’t use them, they are lost forever. Check with your health fund to see what dental benefits you have and if they expire on a calendar year basis (Jan to Dec).   Make sure you understand what you are entitled to AND how often . Dental health benefits  in Australia is typically split across three areas: 1.       Preventative (Checkups, X-Rays, Scale & ...

 Let’s face it –  bad breath   is  hard to swallow. We’ve all been stuck talking to someone who’s breath wasn’t overly pleasant or perhaps even downright stinky.  It can be one of those awkward social situations – a bit like bad body odour – do you say something or just try to get out of there as soon as you can? Occasional bad breath Sometimes bad breath, or halitosis, can be simply because we’ve decided to indulge on a tin of canned tuna, or we have been in such a rush to get to work that we’ve forgotten to clean our teeth in the morning.   Coffee breath is so eeewwwwww!   It’s no surprise that store shelves are overflowing with gum, mints, mouthwashes, and other products designed to fight  bad breath.  But most of these products are just temporary measures. There are many causes of occasional bad breath such as acid reflux, eating strong smelling foods like garlic and onion, or simply being unwell with a sore throat or ...

 Struggling to eat apples or corn on the cob with a missing tooth?  Dental implants may be the perfect option for you. Dr Dylan at Taylor Street Dental has placed over 2,500 implants in his career.  His unique insight, experience and in-depth understanding of oral surgery and dental implants gives him a leading edge over other general dentists in Sydney, and indeed Australia. He is passionate about implants and ensures a meticulous outcome for all his patients.   What is a dental implant? Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth and have been a successful option for several decades. A dental implant is a small titanium alloy screw which connects a replacement tooth to the jawbone. Dental implants allow for strong, permanent, natural-looking replacement teeth. Not only do they offer you the opportunity to improve the aesthetic of your mouth and smile, they also provide a high-quality solution to patients who have lost teeth through a sportin...