2020

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Take Control of Your Dental Health

Hello and welcome, dear readers! If you haven't been to the dentist for quite some time, you may be feeling pretty nervous about your next appointment. Do not panic! This blog has been created in the hope that it will provide you with everything you need to know about making a visit to the dentist clinic. We will explore the different treatments available to you, the steps you can take to protect your teeth and gums, and some top tips which will make your appointment straight forward and hassle-free. Make sure that you check back soon for more updates. Thanks!

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How To Prepare Your Dentist-Averse Kids For Their Next Appointment

24 January 2020
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

It is no surprise that many children have a fear of dentists, and on a surface level, it makes a bit of sense. After all, you go to an unfamiliar location, there are bright lights pointed at your face and you have some stranger digging through your mouth. That can be pretty jarring even for adults. However, going to the dentist is a necessity for all children and teenagers, and it is important you do get them into the car when their next appointment arrives. Read More …

7 Tell-Tale Sign It’s Time to See a Periodontist

23 January 2020
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Severe or moderate gum disease affects 22.9% of the Australian population. Periodontitis is closely linked to age, with the older generation at higher risk than the young. Your family dentist can effectively treat early signs of gum disease. If you aren't sure whether your oral health issue may need the help of a periodontist, here are the seven signs to watch out for. Receding Gums Receding gums result from gum diseases such as periodontitis and gingivitis. Read More …

A Tooth Tattoo: For a Truly Unique Smile

22 January 2020
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

A happy smile is something that anyone can show. What if you wanted your smile to somehow represent something, or even someone else? A tooth tattoo might sound like a strange way to display a representation of your favourite sporting team, your most-loved singer, or even your partner, but with a tooth tattoo, your chosen design will be on display each time you smile. Here are a few things to know about a tooth tattoo. Read More …

Which Cosmetic Procedures Do Most Dentists Perform?

22 January 2020
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Not all dentists carry out cosmetic procedures for their patients but most do. Some are concerned with specialisms in dentistry, such as periodontists, for example, so they rarely get involved with cosmetic dentistry. If you are seeking some repair work to your teeth or think that the appearance of your smile could be improved with a procedure, then you can always turn to cosmetic dentistry to help. What are the most common treatments that are offered by dentists in Australia today? Read More …

How Decaying Baby Teeth Might Affect the Adult Teeth

22 January 2020
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

Behind every baby tooth is an adult tooth waiting for the right moment to come through. This process of replacement begins when a child is around six years old. The central incisors go first, followed shortly by the lateral incisors. If all goes well, the baby teeth fall out and the adult teeth come through the gum to take their place. But what happens when decay is involved. Unfortunately, tooth decay in a baby tooth can affect the adult tooth that is still in the jawbone. Read More …