Prevention & check-ups
Plain-English articles on keeping teeth and gums healthy from AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake, written by our team and clinically reviewed by our dentist.
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Prevention & check-ups
Looking after your teeth with braces
Daily care with fixed braces: brushing around brackets, cleaning between teeth, food choices and early soreness. AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake. -
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Acid reflux and your teeth
Stomach acid from reflux can soften enamel. Rinse after episodes, wait before brushing, keep fluoride care, and tell AMK Mortlake at check-ups. -
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Alcohol and oral health
How alcohol can affect saliva, enamel, staining and mouth-cancer risk in everyday terms — calm tips and when to ask at AMK Dental... -
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Asthma inhalers and oral health
How asthma inhalers can relate to dry mouth or residue, rinse tips, fluoride brushing, and when to tell your dental team at AMK Dental... -
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Black hairy tongue: what to know
Black hairy tongue often means elongated papillae trapping stain. Common contributors, careful tongue cleaning, and when to book AMK... -
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Caring for dental bridges
Clean under the pontic, thread floss or use an interdental brush as suits, keep fluoride toothpaste, and book if the bridge feels loose... -
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Caring for dental crowns
Brush the crown–gum join, clean between teeth, ease up on ice and hard chewing, and book a review if a crown feels loose or rough — AMK... -
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Caring for dental veneers
Practical care for porcelain or composite veneers you already have: daily cleaning, protect edges, stains, and when to call AMK Dental... -
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Caring for dentures at home
How to rinse, brush and soak full or partial dentures at home, and what to avoid. AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake refers denture work to a... -
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Charcoal toothpaste: what to know
Charcoal toothpaste claims are marketing, not proof of whiter teeth. Keep fluoride, watch abrasion — ask at AMK Dental, Mortlake. -
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Cheek biting and your mouth
Accidental or habitual cheek and lip biting: why it happens, short-term comfort, and when to book a check at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Chewing ice and your teeth
Chewing ice can chip enamel or stress fillings. Prefer sipping cold drinks; mention frequent cravings at a check-up at AMK Dental... -
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Chewing pens and your teeth
Chewing pens, pencils or biros can wear enamel, chip teeth or restorations, and load the jaw. Practical habit swaps from AMK Dental... -
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Cold sores and dental visits
Cold sores on the lip in plain English, when an active sore may delay non-urgent dental care, comfort habits, and calling AMK Dental... -
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Coming back to the dentist after a long gap
Returning to the dentist after years away? AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake starts with a check-up and chat. Non-judgemental, plain next... -
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Cracked tooth: what to know
A cracked tooth may cause a sharp twinge on biting or with hot and cold. Interim tips and when to book a review at AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake. -
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Daytime teeth clenching: what to know
Daytime teeth clenching and jaw bracing: how it differs from night grinding, wear and jaw fatigue, awareness tips, and when to mention... -
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Dental sealants for children's molars
Fissure sealants for children's molars: what they are, why grooves matter, what a visit involves, and what they do not replace. Ask at... -
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Diabetes and oral health
How diabetes and gum health are linked both ways, soft-brush daily care, dry mouth tips, plus when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Floss picks: when they help
What disposable floss picks (flossettes) are, how to use them with light pressure, their limits versus string floss, and when to ask at... -
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Fluoride in tap water: what to know
Why many Australian towns fluoridate tap water at low levels, how it sits beside toothpaste, and when to mention bottled or tank water —... -
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Fluoride varnish at the dentist
What fluoride varnish is, how it is painted on after a check-up or clean, who might be offered it, and what it does not replace — ask at... -
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Geographic tongue: what to know
Geographic tongue often shows as shifting smooth red patches. Usually harmless pattern, comfort tips, and when to book AMK Dental Clinic... -
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Home whitening kits: what to know
OTC whitening trays, strips and gels: what they can do, sensitivity limits, and why a dental check first helps — AMK Dental, Mortlake. -
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Interdental brushes: when they help
What interdental brushes are, when they may suit wider gaps or bridges, how to choose size, and why fluoride brushing still matters —... -
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Lip biting and your mouth
Habitual lip biting can irritate soft tissue, leave tender spots, and loop when swollen tissue catches again. Tips from AMK Dental... -
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Looking after a night guard
How to clean, dry and store a custom night guard (occlusal splint), avoid heat damage, and when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Looking after a temporary crown
Temporary crowns cover a prepared tooth until the final crown is fitted. Chew on the other side, floss sideways, call AMK Mortlake if it... -
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Looking after a temporary filling
A temporary filling protects a tooth until the final restoration. Soft foods, careful cleaning, and call AMK Mortlake if it loosens or comes out. -
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Looking after clear aligners
How to wear, clean and store clear aligner trays you already have, plus when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake for advice. -
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Looking after dental bonding
Practical care for tooth-coloured composite bonding: protect edges, limit stain habits, clean carefully, and when to call AMK Dental in Mortlake. -
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Looking after dental implants
Day-to-day implant crown or bridge care: soft brush, clean between as shown, keep check-ups, call AMK Mortlake if gums stay sore or the... -
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Looking after orthodontic retainers
How to wear, clean and store removable retainers after braces or aligners, plus when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake for advice. -
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Looking after your teeth when you’re unwell
Keep oral care going through a stomach bug or cold: rinse after vomiting, wait before brushing, sip water, and when to call AMK Dental... -
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Menopause and oral health
Around menopause some people notice dry mouth, taste changes, gum tenderness or a burning feeling. Daily fluoride care and when to book... -
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Mouth breathing and oral health
How habitual mouth breathing can dry the mouth, what that may mean for plaque and decay risk, and everyday care tips at AMK Dental... -
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Mouth ulcers: when to see a dentist
Mouth ulcers are sores inside the mouth. Home comfort tips, how long many last, and when to book AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake for a check. -
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Nail biting and your teeth
Nail biting can chip front teeth, irritate gums, and carry dirt from under nails into the mouth. Tips from AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake. -
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Oil pulling and your teeth
Oil pulling means swishing edible oil, then spitting. It is a folk habit, not a substitute for fluoride care. Calm facts from AMK... -
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Oral health during pregnancy
How pregnancy hormones can affect gums, what to do after vomiting, when to book a check-up, and how to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Oral health tips for older adults
Practical oral health tips for older adults near Mortlake: twice-daily brushing, dry mouth, cleaning dentures, and gum and mouth... -
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Oral piercings and your teeth
Tongue or lip jewellery can chip teeth or irritate gums. Avoid clicking on teeth; tell your dental team; book if a chip or sore spot... -
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Plaque and tartar: what's the difference?
Plaque is a soft daily film; tartar is hardened deposit that usually needs a professional clean. Plain English and when to book AMK Mortlake. -
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Popcorn and your teeth
Popcorn is fine for most people, but hard kernels and hulls can lodge between teeth or stress a filling. Practical tips from AMK Dental... -
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Questions to ask at your dental check-up
Practical questions for a dental check-up: home care, recall timing, X-rays, estimates, medicines and gums. AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake NSW. -
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Sensitive toothpaste: what to know
Sensitive toothpaste may ease short, sharp cold or sweet twinges for some people with regular use. Keep fluoride — AMK Dental, Mortlake. -
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Sugar-free chewing gum and your teeth
Does sugar-free gum help after lunch or for dry mouth? Saliva, limits of gum, and when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Swimming pools and tooth enamel
Frequent chlorinated-pool swimming may leave some people with a chalky or rough feel on front teeth. Rinse after long swims and when to... -
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Tea, coffee and wine: what they do to tooth colour
Tea, coffee and red wine can stain tooth surfaces. Tips on water, brushing timing, cleans vs whitening paste — AMK Dental, Mortlake. -
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Teeth grinding at night: what to know
Night teeth grinding (bruxism): common signs, tooth and jaw effects, home habits, night guards, and when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in... -
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Tips for a calmer dental visit
Feel nervous about the dentist? Practical tips for a calmer visit at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake: tell the team, agree a stop signal,... -
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Tongue cleaning: does it help fresh breath?
Tongue coating can play a role in bad breath for some people. Light cleaning tips, limits of evidence, and when to see a dentist in Mortlake. -
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Toothpicks and your gums
Toothpicks after meals: when they help clear stuck food, careful use tips, and when floss or interdental brushes fit better — AMK Dental Clinic. -
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Water flossers: when they help
What a water flosser is, when it may help with braces or dental work, and why brushing and interdental cleaning still matter. Advice... -
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What happens at a scale and clean
What happens at a scale and clean? Plaque vs tartar, the usual appointment steps, what you may feel, and how to book at AMK Dental... -
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What happens when you get a filling
Routine filling visit guide: why fillings are done, typical steps, short-term sensitivity tips, and when to call AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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What to do if a filling comes out
Practical steps if a filling falls out or breaks: rinse, chew on the other side, avoid DIY glue, and book a review at AMK Dental Clinic... -
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White spots on teeth: what to know
White marks on enamel can have more than one cause. Why a dentist looks first, and everyday tips — AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake. -
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Whitening toothpaste: what it can and can’t do
Whitening toothpaste may help some surface stains but not deeper colour. Keep fluoride and realistic limits — AMK Dental, Mortlake. -
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Why dentists ask about your medications
Why clinics ask about prescriptions, OTC medicines, inhalers, blood thinners, bone medicines, allergies and supplements — what to bring... -
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Xylitol and your teeth
Xylitol is a sugar-alcohol sweetener in some gums, mints and oral products. Modest role, limits, and why it is dangerous for dogs — AMK Mortlake. -
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Acidic drinks and tooth enamel: what to know
Acidic drinks can soften enamel. How sipping differs from meals, habits that help, and when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Bad breath: common causes and what helps
Bad breath often links to everyday mouth factors. Practical home steps that may help, and when to see a dentist at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Bleeding gums: what it means and when to see a dentist
Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing can signal gum inflammation. What it means, when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake, and... -
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Dental care when travelling: a checklist
Pack a brush, fluoride toothpaste and interdental cleaner for trips. Keep twice-daily care, and know when to seek local help. AMK Dental... -
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Do you need mouthwash? What it can and can't do
Do you need mouthwash? Most people do not. Brushing and cleaning between teeth come first. Advice from AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Dry mouth and dental health: what helps
Dry mouth can raise the risk of tooth decay. Why saliva matters, everyday tips, and when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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Electric vs manual toothbrushes: which should you use?
Electric or manual toothbrush? Both can clean well with good technique. Soft bristles, 2 minutes twice a day, and when to ask at AMK... -
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Fluoride toothpaste: how much and why it matters
How much fluoride toothpaste adults should use, why spit rather than rinse, and age pointers for carers — from AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake. -
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How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Replace your toothbrush or electric head about every 3 months, or sooner if bristles fray. Storage tips and when to ask at AMK Dental... -
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How to brush your teeth properly
Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, soft circular motions and light pressure for about two minutes. Tips from AMK Dental Clinic... -
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How to floss properly (and when other interdental tools help)
How to floss with a soft C-shape, common mistakes, and when floss picks or interdental brushes may help. Advice for adults at AMK Dental... -
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Smoking, vaping and your oral health
How smoking and vaping can affect gums, healing, staining and breath, plus Australian quit support and when to see a dentist — AMK... -
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Snacking and your teeth: why frequency matters
How often you expose teeth to sugar or acid matters for decay risk. Practical grazing habits and when to book at AMK Dental Clinic, Mortlake. -
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Soft vs hard toothbrushes: which should you use?
Soft bristles are preferred for most adults. Hard scrubbing can irritate gums. Technique and fluoride matter more than force — tips from... -
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Sports mouthguards: custom vs boil-and-bite
Compare custom and boil-and-bite sports mouthguards near Concord. ADA advice, fit tips, and how AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake can help. -
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Teeth sensitivity: common causes
Sensitive teeth often mean enamel or gum loss has exposed dentine. Common causes, when to book at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake, and... -
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What a dental X-ray shows
Dental X-rays help show decay between teeth, bone and roots. Plain English on bitewing, periapical and OPG types, plus dose. AMK Dental... -
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What to bring to your first dental visit
Checklist for your first visit to AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake: photo ID, Medicare and health fund cards, medicines list, records, and... -
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How often should you have a dental check-up?
How often should you have a dental check-up? Many people attend every 6–12 months. What happens at AMK Dental Clinic in Mortlake, and...
