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How Can I Get Cavities If I Don’t Eat Sugar?
Cavities are caused by bacteria in your mouth using leftover foods like sugar for energy. They create acid as a byproduct while they thrive, and the acid softens and weakens your tooth enamel, eventually causing cavities. Unfortunately, these bacteria also like carbohydrate-rich foods, including pasta, breads and cereals, and starchy veggies like potatoes. However, you Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Spend the School Holidays Smiling
Has it been a while since your family saw our dentist? The school holidays are the perfect time to catch up on dental visits and any planned treatments. According to research, over 40% of children aged between five and 10 have tooth decay in their baby teeth or primary teeth, but tooth decay is preventable Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
A Little Vit D for Your Oral Health Goes a Long Way!
Many people realise that vitamin D is essential for good health but are unaware of its impact on oral health. Receiving enough vitamin D can reduce the rate of tooth decay and prevent other serious diseases like gum disease. One study showed that children who received a vitamin D supplement every day had fewer cavities Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Why the CDBS is So Important for Our Health System
We were thrilled by the news that the Australian Government is continuing to fund the Children’s Dental Benefits Scheme through 2022. If you have kids, you may already know a bit about this programme, which helps ensure children aged between two and 17 can access basic dental services and treatment by providing financial assistance. It’s Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Dreaming of a White Christmas? How to Make Your Teeth White in Time for the Holidays
With the holidays just around the corner, a brighter smile is on many people’s wish lists, but choosing the right method is important. Natural home remedies such as oil pulling or brushing your teeth with baking soda or strawberries will do very little to brighten your smile. There are plenty of over-the-counter products to choose Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Ring in the New Year with a Dazzling Smile, Let Us Talk About Cosmetic Dentistry
The New Year can be the perfect time to think about rejuvenating the appearance of your teeth, and there are lots of exciting treatments that can help give you that dazzling smile of your dreams. Many cosmetic dentistry treatments are very affordable, and some can even help protect your teeth. Possible options include: Adult Orthodontics Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
Teeth Tips for the Holidays
The holidays are a time to celebrate, and these celebrations often revolve around food and plenty of seasonal treats. There is certainly no harm in indulging once in a while, but it’s worth knowing how the holidays can affect dental health. So here are our top tips for the holidays. Stick to Your Normal Brushing Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
How to Recognise the Different Types of Tooth Cracks
We often see patients with tooth cracks, but while some are serious, other types may not need any treatment. There are five different types of tooth cracks which are: Craze lines Split tooth Vertical root fracture Cracked tooth Cusp fracture Craze lines are microfractures only affecting the enamel. They can be a sign of bruxism Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
What to Do at Home If Your Child Has a Toothache
There’s nothing worse than seeing your child in pain, and unfortunately, toothache is common. There are many reasons why a child can develop a toothache. It can be due to a cavity, food trapped between teeth, or where a tooth is erupting and has started to push through the gums. If your child does have Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
How to Know When Your Wisdom Teeth Need to Be Removed
Your wisdom teeth are right at the back of the mouth and are the very last to come through during the late teens or early 20s. However, sometimes they can cause problems, often because the jaws aren’t big enough to accommodate these latecomers. If your wisdom teeth have yet to come through and you regularly Read More [...]
Jul, 15, 2022
