CDW Blog
For the latest dental & oral health news, technology and trends.
Why tooth extraction should always be a last resort
Why tooth extraction usually isn’t the answerModern dentistry has evolved far beyond simply removing what causes discomfort. Today, the focus is on preserving what already works. A natural tooth is not just a structure; it is a living component of a finely balanced...
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 have super healthy teeth and gums. Unfortunately, 65% of Australians haven’t seen their...
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 from reforming on your teeth and along the gum line. Plaque is the main cause of tooth decay,...
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 oral health education by dental organisations. Now, a new UK study, with similar results, has...
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. Some of us may have had personal experiences that had a positive effect on our...
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 collaborated to co-design what may be the world's most advanced ultrasonic electric toothbrush...
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 of the sensitivity is. For example, the most common cause of tooth sensitivity...
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 chocolate, sweets, cookies, cakes and soft drinks. But just because you avoid these foods...
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 help raise awareness, support and improve the lives of more than 425,400...
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 When dental emergencies occur, it is essential to seek dental...
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 complex dental work increases dramatically. However, age isn't the only risk factor for...
Kids – Building a foundation for better adult oral health
A lot of adults with oral diseases usually accept that their condition is part of growing older or an inherited disposition. In actual fact, studies have shown that many of the oral health issues that adults experience are a result of high risk habits and behaviours...
Relief for tooth pain using home remedies
Toothaches and tooth pain are symptoms you may experience when the nerves in and around a tooth are irritated as a result of decay, infection or injury. Tooth pain may also occur as a result of a jaw issue or injury. Prevention You can prevent most dental problems...