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All about Dry Socket

Dr Bill Kalis — Sunday September 22, 2024

Hi, Dr. Bill here from Padstow Dental. Dry socket is the term of a possible dental complication following a tooth extraction. The ‘socket’ refers to the space or hole left in the bone where the tooth has been removed. When the socket becomes ‘dry’, it means that the clot which naturally forms in this space […]

Improving Youth Dental Health

Dr Bill Kalis — Sunday September 15, 2024

Hi, Dr. Bill here from Padstow Dental. Over one-third of pre-schoolers have never seen a dentist and most parents believe children don’t need to see one before they’re three years old. Yet one-quarter of Australian children have tooth decay that requires filling by early primary school. One in 10 require an extraction. Concerned at the […]

Home Care After Wisdom Teeth Removal

Dr Bill Kalis — Sunday September 08, 2024

Hi, Dr. Bill here from Padstow Dental. Bit of information today on your home care after you’ve had your wisdom teeth out. Swelling and Bruising Some swelling and bruising are normal after surgery. Generally swelling takes about three days to reach its peak, after which it will slowly discolour with time and subside over about […]

What to Expect After Complex Wisdom Teeth Removal

Dr Bill Kalis — Sunday September 01, 2024

Hi, Dr. Bill here from Padstow Dental. At Padstow Dental Centre, we know how important it is to provide our patients with a smooth procedure, good experience and comfortable recovery. And we know all about the often-daunting prospect of having complex wisdom teeth removed. The first week after wisdom teeth removal surgery is generally when […]

Clearing the Cloud: Dr. Bill’s Take on Vaping

Dr Bill Kalis — Sunday May 05, 2024

Hello again, and in this blog I want to emphasise how vaping can adversely affect teeth and oral health. In recent years, vaping has emerged as a widely popular alternative to smoking, with many individuals believing it to be a safer option. However, as a dentist with years of experience at Padstow Dental, I feel […]

Navigating Dental Anxiety: A Compassionate Approach to Your Oral Health

Dr Bill Kalis — Friday February 23, 2024

Hello, Dr. Bill here from Padstow Dental, ready to dive into a topic that many of us can relate to – dental anxiety. The fear of dental procedures is more common than you might think, and it can have a significant impact on our oral health. Today, let’s unravel the layers of dental anxiety, its […]