Preventive and General Dentistry

Dr Angela Zhang may recommend a nightguard if patients clench and grind their teeth or when they have jaw pain in their TMJs, called TMD – temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

Teeth Grinding, Called Bruxism

Most patients will have intermittent instances of teeth grinding due to stress or illness. For some patients, however, teeth grinding is a nightly occurrence. This habit often occurs unconsciously during sleep and can have a negative impact on oral health and well-being.

Bruxism leads to:

• Worn and broken teeth
• Painful face and jaw muscles
• Headaches and migraines
• Teeth sensitivity

Teeth grinding occurs for a number of reasons, including having a misaligned bite, some prescription medications and jaw joint disorders. Clicking, popping and locking jaw joints are common among people who grind their teeth.

A nightguard will protect the teeth by putting a barrier between the upper and lower jaw. This reduces the force caused by enamel-to-enamel contact and can reduce fractures and cracked teeth.

TMJ Splints

For patients with painful jaw joints, occlusal (bite) splints can help the jaw relax into its proper position. When the jaw is seated correctly in its joint, muscle inflammation and discomfort often subside.

Give our Sydney dental office a call if you think you grind your teeth.

Dr Angela Zhang and our entire team here at Aglow Dental Group are extremely proud of the modern technology we feature. From digital x-rays and impressions to televisions in our treatment rooms, we love the investment we have made in our ability to care for patients. 

We also feature Morita massage chairs that help patients relax during their visits. Few dental practices have this luxurious option.

Having the latest technology in our Chinatown neighbourhood practice gives our patients the very best of both worlds. We offer world-class dentistry with personalised care that keeps our patients coming back year after year for their necessary dental treatment.

Many of our patients travel across town, coming from Sydney’s CBD and the international university because they realise that Aglow Dental Group offers a unique blend of high-tech care with a gentle touch.

If you are searching for a family dentist in Sydney, we invite you to get in touch. We welcome patients of all ages and help many people have a smile they feel proud of. We welcome children, teens, adults and seniors to become part of our dental family. 

If it is time for your next dental clean and check-up, we have appointments available to help you get started.

Anytime you experience toothache, a broken tooth or a sudden change in your oral health, it is a good idea to give your Sydney emergency dentist a call to have your condition looked at.

Dental emergencies generally only cause pain once they are advanced and involve the nerve. It this point, it becomes a matter of trying to save, rather than extract, the tooth. A broken or avulsed (knocked out) tooth can sometimes be saved, but acting fast is essential. 

A broken tooth is more likely to continue to break down until it is no longer restorable with a dental crown. 

An avulsed tooth is not necessarily a lost cause. Often, Dr Zhang can put it back in place and secure it until it restabilises in the bone.

If you break or lose a dental restoration, we may be able to postpone replacement treatment for a couple of days, but we still encourage patients to seek prompt treatment to avoid developing an infection or secondary decay.

If you are a Sydney resident, professional or an international student, we are here when you need us most. Dr Zhang is gentle and will provide solutions to help you feel like yourself again fast. We strive to treat dental emergencies on the same day.