Dr Gautam Herle explains what root canal treatment involves, how a dental microscope can support selected cases, and what patients in Geelong can expect.

Cosmetic dentistry can involve several different treatment options depending on your teeth, oral health and goals. At Myers Street Dental in Geelong, Dr Gautam Herle and the dental team can discuss options such as whitening, veneers, restorative treatment and other approaches where clinically appropriate. Cosmetic Dental Treatments Available in Geelong Teeth Whitening Professional teeth whitening may lighten natural tooth colour, although the degree of change varies between p

If you snore, wake unrefreshed or experience daytime fatigue, it is important to seek appropriate medical assessment because these symptoms can have several causes. Dentists can play a role in managing diagnosed obstructive sleep apnoea for suitable patients, often in collaboration with a sleep physician. What Is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. The most common form, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), occurs wh

If you have been searching for laser dentistry in Geelong, it helps to understand what the technology can and cannot do. Dr Gautam Herle holds the LA&HA Master in Laser Dentistry from the Laser & Health Academy, Slovenia. At Myers Street Dental, dental lasers may be considered where clinically appropriate as part of an individual treatment plan. What Is Laser Dentistry? Dental lasers use focused light energy in selected dental procedures. Whether a laser or a conventional tec

We’re very proud of the work we do with the Geelong community, and we’re also very proud that we’re on the cutting edge of dentistry here at the Myers Street clinic. One such innovation is our undertaking the process known as biomimetic dentistry. The word ‘biomimetic’ has its roots in ‘bio’, meaning ‘life’, and ‘mimic’, meaning ‘duplicate’. Biomimetic dentistry is a restorative approach that aims to preserve healthy tooth structure and reproduce aspects of natural tooth form

In dentistry we often talk about the goal of having great teeth and a brilliant bright smile. And while we regularly discuss the health...

If you have been told that a tooth may need a crown, it helps to understand why a crown is recommended, what the treatment involves and what alternatives may be available. Crowns can be useful for selected damaged or heavily restored teeth, but like any dental restoration they require ongoing care and do not last forever. At Myers Street Dental, Dr Gautam Herle completes the majority of crowns on the same day using a digital restorative workflow. Treatment is still planned ar

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Everyone knows how important it is to look after your teeth – they’re right there in front of you every time you look in the mirror, and when something goes wrong, you KNOW ABOUT IT. But the neglected member of the family are the gums, and they’re just as important. A healthy set of gums is going to make having a healthy set of teeth all that more easy to maintain. With that in mind, here are three practical ways to support healthy gums. 1. Upkeep and maintenance at home Brus

Plaque is more than unsightly. Left long enough, it can cause tooth decay, which can bring about cavities. Plaque is the end result of bacteria build-up on your teeth and gums, helped in no small part by sugar, which generates tooth-decaying acid. What do cavities look like? Cavities can be sneaky. They can take on different colours, from a whitish or chalky appearance on your teeth, or the more serious cases, which can look brown or even black. Having said that, there are ,

If you want a life-long healthy smile, you’re going to need to make a habit of brushing and flossing regularly, as well as making regular...

Teeth and gums can change over time, but losing teeth is not an inevitable part of getting older. Daily cleaning, fluoride, appropriate dental reviews and attention to problems such as dry mouth can help people keep their natural teeth for longer. Changes that become more relevant with age can include tooth wear, gum recession, older fillings or crowns, sensitivity, reduced dexterity for cleaning, and dry mouth linked to medicines or health conditions. The right advice depend

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