Why are dental check-ups and cleans essential for your oral health?
You’ve probably heard it over and over – visit your dentist for a check-up and preventative treatment at least every 6 months. If every Australian did, we would probably all […]
Category: Dental Care
Why is tooth brushing so important?
Brushing is important way to keep your teeth and gums clean, healthy and free from oral disease. The direct benefit of brushing is to remove oral plaque, and prevent it […]
Too busy to brush teeth
If you are, you’re not alone. Approximately half of Australian adults (aged 18+) brushed their teeth just once a day or not at all, despite the best efforts to promote […]
The short & long term effects of poor oral hygiene
Most people understand that maintaining good oral hygiene is an essential part of having good overall health. What we often fail to fully comprehend are the consequences if we don’t. […]
Dental News: Is this the world’s best toothbrush?
A team of Hong Kong based oral healthcare experts, including the scientist responsible for the Rock Gripper, Grinder and Corer tool on the Beagle 2 Mars Lander in 2003, have […]
Common treatment options for tooth sensitivity
There are a range of home and dental treatment options available for individuals experiencing sensitive teeth. The suitability of any one of these options depends on what the actual cause […]
Foods that you never thought would cause tooth decay
We all know the foods and drinks that are the main culprits for causing tooth decay, cavities and gum disease. They include refined carbohydrates, high in added sugar, such as […]
Dementia Awareness Month 2018
Dementia Awareness Month is being held throughout September this year. It’s a great opportunity for people across Australia to get involved in a number of activities and events that can […]
What to do in a dental emergency
Dental emergencies include accidents that involve oral injury, soft tissue trauma and bleeding, as well as severe toothaches & oral pain, oral infections and facial swelling. Seek dental treatment promptly […]
Taking out dental insurance to cover your oral health needs
You can avoid numerous oral health complications through proper preventative oral care and hygiene – but not all of them. If you are over 40, the possibility that you’ll need […]