Welcome to the Platinum Dental Knowledge Centre, where our team shares easy-to-understand information about oral health, dental treatments and caring for your smile. Explore our patient education articles covering general dentistry, gum health, dental implants, children’s dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and more.

Illustration showing healthy gums, mild gum recession and an exposed tooth root

Gum Recession: Why Are My Gums Pulling Away From My Teeth?

Gum recession is when the gum margin moves away from its normal...
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Illustration of a woman with bleeding gums while brushing, alongside healthy and bleeding gum examples and a dentist.

Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Brush? Causes, Treatment and Prevention

Quick Answer Bleeding gums when brushing are usually a sign that the...
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Healthy gums progressing to gingivitis and periodontitis with a dentist explaining gum disease.

What Is Gum Disease? Causes, Stages, Symptoms and Treatment

Quick answer Gum disease is inflammation and infection affecting the gums and...
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Dentist explaining dental implant planning to a patient in Albany Creek.

Dental Implants: Procedure, Benefits, Risks, Cost and Recovery

Losing a tooth can affect eating, speech, appearance and confidence. It can...
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Dental implant longevity, maintenance and replacement consultation at Platinum Dental Studio

How Long Do Dental Implants Last? Longevity, Maintenance and Replacement

Quick answer There is no single expiry date for a dental implant....
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Bone graft before dental implant consultation at Platinum Dental Studio

Do I Need a Bone Graft Before a Dental Implant?

Quick answer You may need a bone graft before a dental implant...
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