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Don’t Go to Bed Without Brushing Your Teeth
Most people know they should brush their teeth at least twice a day, but do you know why it’s so important to brush your teeth before you go to bed? You probably have several meals and perhaps a few snacks and plenty of different drinks on an average day. By the end of the day, Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Five Ways to Curb Your Sweet Tooth
We all reach for the sugary stuff occasionally, for a quick energy boost or when we feel sad, tired or bored, but if you are consuming too much sugar, here are some easy tips to help reduce your consumption. Stop and think why you need something sweet, and if it is worth it or if Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Four Things That Should Be on Your Back-To-School Oral Health Checklist
If you have school-age children, you are probably busy ensuring they have everything needed for the new school year, but what about their oral health? We’ve listed four easy steps you can take to make sure their teeth and gums are in great shape. Book a Dental Exam Booking a back-to-school dental exam will ensure Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Gargle Your Way through Winter, Salt Water and Your Dental Health
Using a salt water rinse to gargle with can be an effective way to help relieve mouth pain and winter sore throats. It is cheap and effective, and it is a safe alternative to using a medicated mouthwash. To make, add about half a teaspoon of salt to 250 mL of warm water, thoroughly mixing Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Dental Health Week, Keep Your Smile for Life
It will soon be Dental Health Week here in Australia as this event runs from the 2nd to the 8th of August. It is the Australian Dental Association’s major promotional campaign where dentists everywhere aim to educate patients about the importance of looking after their oral health. The theme for 2021 is keeping your smile Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
The Importance of a Dental Hygienist – Meet Gulbeer Kaur
Gulbeer Kaur recently joined us as a dental hygienist here at Smilexecellence and has quickly become a valued member of our team. She holds a Bachelors degree in Dentistry from Sri Guru Ram Das Dental College. Since moving to Australia in 2007, Gulbeer has completed her Advanced Diploma in Dental Hygiene and has years of Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Have a Cold?
When you have a cold is not uncommon to have tooth pain or gum pain, and most of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. Here are two of the most common reasons why you may have painful teeth during a cold. Sinus Pressure When you have a cold, your sinus cavities just above your Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Four Unusual Teeth Problems You May Not Have Heard of
As your child grows up, we keep a close eye on the development of their teeth and jaws. The following conditions are rare but treatable. Hypodontia and Anodontia Hypodontia is where several teeth don’t develop. Anodontia is where some or all the teeth fail to form. It can affect baby teeth but is more commonly Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
How Does Food Affect Your Immune System?
You need a healthy immune system to help you fight infection and disease, and one of the easiest ways to boost your community is by following a healthy diet. When you eat healthily, it provides your body with all the vitamins and minerals and energy needed to help you fight disease. Ideally, follow a diet Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Root Canals: FAQs About Treatment That Can Save Your Teeth
A healthy tooth is protected by tooth enamel, but if this becomes damaged, it can let in harmful bacteria that eventually infect the soft, inner part of the tooth called the dental pulp. In this case, we may suggest root canal treatment to save the tooth from extraction. What is a Root Canal? Root canal Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
