Like the rest of our body, our teeth are prone to accidents and injuries too. However unlike many common scrapes, bumps and bruises that can often be treated at home, we definitely can’t repair our teeth without help from a dentist. Yet by reacting quickly after a dental accident, we can minimise the damage and […]
Homemade Toothpaste vs Commercial Toothpaste
Dental professionals agree that commercially prepared toothpaste removes plaque and protects your teeth from decay better than homemade toothpaste. But many individuals who are concerned with the non-recyclable nature of toothpaste tube packaging, have begun making toothpaste at home to reduce package wastage. Common ingredients in homemade toothpaste like coconut oil, charcoal, ground cloves and […]
Dental Visits Soothed by Virtual Reality
An English dental practice in Devon has recently completed a study on the impact that virtual reality has for patients when receiving treatment. Virtual Reality Study The Universities of Plymouth, Exeter and Birmingham were involved in this research, in combination with Torrington Dental Practice in Devon The aim was to see if virtual reality encounters […]
Your Baby’s First Dentist Visit
How Baby’s First Dentist Visit Helps Your baby’s first dentist visit should occur shortly after their first teeth erupt or they turn 12 months old. Introducing your child to the dental environment early helps them to develop positive experiences and offers you advice on caring for your baby’s teeth. This assists with: Your baby’s first […]
Get A Mouthguard If You Play Contact Sports
All contact sport players run the risk of injury to the mouth and teeth during warm ups, training and games. Why Get A Custom Fitted Mouthguard The Australian Dental Association (ADA) urges both adults and children to wear a custom fitted mouthguard when playing contact sports. Only custom fitted mouthguards can provide the necessary protection […]
Fluoride In Drinking Water – Update
Fluoride has been a part of Australian drinking water since the 1960s. It is added to the water to help lower the amount of dental decay we suffer from. Study by the National Health and Medical Research Council Recently, the National Health and Medical Research Council undertook a study regarding the safety of fluoride in […]
Oral Decay Warning For Elderly In Nursing Homes
A lifetime of improved oral health has meant that many new admissions to aged care providers still have their natural teeth. With dentures predominately featuring in nursing homes for many years, nursing staff had ensured they were cared for appropriately. Unfortunately, it’s been reported on the ABC website that this is not the case for […]
Why Flossing Your Teeth Is Essential
Did you realise that when you brush your teeth, you are only cleaning around one half of your total tooth surface? Approximately half of the entire surface area of your teeth is in fact between them. That makes flossing an incredibly important daily activity to perform alongside brushing. Key Points About Flossing It prevents decay, […]
Teeth Grinding – Problems & Treatments
Are you waking every morning with aching teeth and a sore jaw in the morning? Experiencing headaches or sensitivity to hot and cold food or drink? Bruxism or as it is commonly known as, teeth grinding, is a dental condition whose symptoms we either brush off or reattribute to something else. In reality we should […]
Menopause & Oral Health
The hormonal fluctuations which occur during menopause can have a significant impact upon our oral health. Oral Changes During Menopause As our hormone levels drop, changes occur in our mouths such as fewer saliva secretions, altered taste, burning sensations and inflamed gums. Common signs and symptoms include: Pale, dry and shiny gums – menopausal gingivostomatitis […]