General Dentistry

No, it does not. Enamel is the hardest tissue in the body, but it never regrows.

Once your tooth is through the gums, it's there. That's it. It doesn't grow anymore. So, any toothpaste, mouthwash, or any dental product that says it can help you grow your enamel back or rejuvenate it is lying to you.

Do not buy it.

At North Brisbane Dental Clinic, you can count on Dr Georgia Sheahan and our team of dentists and dental hygienists to share honest, time-tested methods for preserving your enamel for a lifetime. 

Your North Brisbane Dental Clinic Awaits

We welcome patients of all ages from North Brisbane, Wooloowin, Lutwyche, Clayfield, Windsor, Grange, Gordon Park, Kalinga, Kedron, Stafford, Ascot, Chermside and Everton Hills. Our focus on prevention can help every family member enjoy healthy, beautiful smiles for a lifetime. A great place to start is with a check-up and clean. We welcome you to give us a call to get started.

Dr Brodie Hawker demonstrates how to properly floss your teeth and discusses why it is so important.

Flossing is super important because:

1. It helps prevent decay between your teeth.
2. It helps to keep your gums healthy.
3. It helps prevent stinky breath.

What If My Gums Bleed?

Lots of people are concerned that flossing causes bleeding. It's actually underlying inflammation caused by bacteria between your teeth that causes the bleeding. So, the more you floss, the less bleeding you should have. 

How Often Do I Need to Floss My Teeth?

Ideally, you should floss at least once a day at night time before you brush your teeth. 

You will want to have a nice long piece of floss because we're going to wrap it around a few fingers, so you get a grip on it. I like to control it with my thumb and my index fingers. That just makes it easier to make sure you can direct it right in between each tooth. 

I usually start in the middle, work my way to the back on one side, and then come back to the middle and work my way to the back on that side.

Rub the floss up and down against one tooth underneath the gum there, and make sure you're flossing the surface next door as well. It might take a bit of practice, but I'm sure you'll be flossing like a pro in no time.

Welcome to North Brisbane Dental Clinic

Brushing and flossing at home is an essential part of your oral health care regimen. Regular check-ups and cleans with your dentist are the others. We welcome new patients of all ages from North Brisbane, Wooloowin, Lutwyche, Clayfield, Windsor, Grange, Gordon Park, Kalinga, Kedron, Stafford, Ascot, Chermside and Everton Hills. 

Patient education is a valued part of preventive dentistry for our patients. If you ever have questions about how to complement your professional dental visits with your care at home, we are here to help.

Usually, the reason your gums bleed is simple. Some people get stressed out about bleeding. Don't worry; we can help.

What happens is you will get plaque on your teeth and gums; it irritates the gums, and the bacteria lead to infection and inflammation.

Usually, all you need is to improve your oral hygiene at home and make a trip to our North Brisbane dental clinic for a thorough dental clean. Removing the tartar from the teeth and between the teeth and gums will help gingivitis settle down.

Should I Still Brush and Floss If My Gums Are Bleeding?

The common mistake people make when they start to bleed is to think, 'I better be careful and not brush that area and not floss that area.'

That's the exact opposite of what you should be doing. If you're bleeding, it means your gums need extra cleaning, not less.

So, if you notice bleeding or your gums feel tender, ensure you're brushing and flossing the area thoroughly and carefully. And if the bleeding doesn't settle down in a few days, please get in touch with us to arrange a dental clean and exam.

Is It Time for Your Next Dental Clean and Check-Up?

Dr Georgia Sheahan welcomes patients of all ages to North Brisbane Dental Clinic. Many of our patients from the Wooloowin and North Brisbane area are appreciative when they learn that we are a judgement-free dental practice full of caring professionals who aim to help you regain your oral health.

We generally recommend all of our patients have their teeth examined and professionally cleaned every six months.

Some people may feel this is too often, particularly if your teeth are not causing trouble. But the important thing to realise is that when dental problems start, it's important to nip it in the bud before it can become anything major. This preventive dentistry approach will save you time and money in the future.

What If I Don't Feel Any Tooth Pain?

Pain is not a good indicator of dental disease. Most dental problems are not painful until they're well advanced. So, if you wait for something in your mouth to break, or if you wait for it to start hurting before you get looked at, the chances are that the underlying problem has already been there for a long time, and it's going to be a lot more expensive and troublesome to fix. 

If we can intercept problems very early on before they start causing pain, then you will be much better off, both financially and from a health perspective.

We Warmly Welcome New Patients

If you are new to the North Brisbane area or simply want a new dental home, we welcome you to contact North Brisbane Dental Clinic. We welcome patients of all ages so your entire family can enjoy improved oral health and happy smiles.