Your Healthy Teeth Blog
The Finkelstein Files
Dr Michael Finkelstein shares his tips, advice and latest news in dentistry treatments, oral health and dental hygiene.


Be Proud of Your Mouth
As part of World Oral Health Day 2021, Dr Finkelstein Dentist Sydney wants you to be proud of your mouth by addressing all areas of your oral health.

Dial up your Dental Hygiene in 2021
Will 2021 be the year we all learn to clean our teeth properly? Our dental hygiene guide will keep you on a path to a beautiful and healthy smile.

Removing Black Lines on Teeth
Black lines on teeth are a noticeable blemish on your pearly whites. We explain whay they appear and how to get your teeth back to their former brilliance.

Could Tinnitus be Connected to Stress?
Tinnitus is a ringing in the ear and can be caused by a dental condition known as TMJ. TMJ is often caused by grinding teeth as a byproduct of stress.

Top Toothache Warning Signs
Having a toothache could mean many things. While some may be intermittent, some toothaches need urgent attention. Here we show you the top warning signs.

Dental Implant, Bridge or Denture?
A missing tooth is not only a cosmetic issue, it’s a serious health issue. Find out the pros and cons of your teeth replacement options.

Top 5 Health Benefits of Straighter Teeth
A perfectly straight set of pearly white teeth is a goal worth setting. Apart from the cosmetic and self-confidence aspects, the health benefits cannot be overlooked

A Silent Solution for Sleep Apnea
Did you know dentists can diagnose and treat snoring and sleep apnea? Using a dental device may avoid the need for a noisy and uncomfortable CPAP machine.

Top 5 Signs of a Dental Emergency
What makes a dental emergency? Dr Finkelstein explains when you should call your dentist as soon as possible to avoid a more serious dental treatment.

TMJ Dysfunction – Your Questions Answered
TMJ Dysfunction can cause jaw, neck and back pain, headaches and also tinnitus. Learn more about TMJ Dysfunction and treatment with these simple FAQ’s.

Coronavirus and Your Oral Health
Don’t let the Coronavirus (COVID-19) compromise your oral health routine. It may just be what saves you.

Supporting World Oral Health Day
March 20 is World Oral Health Day. Follow this advice to get on track towards better oral health.

Your Guide to Cosmetic Dentistry
Not happy with the appearance or performance of your teeth? Find out how we can help!

4 Tips to a Healthy Toothbrush
I share our top 4 tips to keep your toothbrush free from harmful bacteria keeping you healthy.

Dealing with Dental Phobia and Anxiety
If you fear the dentist you’re not alone! Let us explain how to lower your dental phobia and anxiety.

Teeth Whitening – Myths vs Facts
Here we bust the many myths about teeth whitening and how you can get a gleaming smile.

What To Do In A Dental Emergency
Dental emergency? Follow these steps to save your smile from a more extensive restoration.

Headache and Migraine Awareness Week
This headache and migraine awareness week we outline how many headaches begin in the mouth with TMJ dysfunction.

Keeping a positive balance in your ‘Bone Bank’
Dr Finkelstein explains the ‘Bone Bank’ and how as part of health bones action week we should all get a regular does of calcium.

What you need to know about Dental Abscesses
A dental abscess can be a painful ailment in the tooth. Dr Finkelstein explains its better to see a dentist than put up with pain.