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Caring for Your Child’s Teeth

From the time your child’s first baby teeth appear, it is important to look after them and as they grow older teach them how to care for their teeth themselves. Why is it important to care for baby teeth? You...

How important is your child’s diet in maintaining healthy teeth?

Maintaining a healthy diet is important for your child’s oral health as what they eat and drink can have an impact on their teeth.  Bacteria can build up on your teeth in a sticky layer called plaque.  When...

Oral Health in the Elderly

As you get older the risk of having problems with your oral health increases.  Oral health issues not only affect your teeth and gums, but can affect your general health as well. Why is oral health care for...

Mouthguards: Protecting Your Teeth During Sport and Physical Activity

Most Aussies lead an active lifestyle whether through playing sport or leisure and recreation activities.  These kinds of activities are the most common cause of dental injuries, which can often be serious...

Category - General Care

Dental Anxiety

It is quite common to feel a little nervous and anxious about visiting the dentist.  The reasons for this will vary from person to person.  Your oral health is important and avoiding a trip to the dentist will only make...

Why Do I Need To Floss My Teeth?

You may have been encouraged by your dentist for years to floss as part of your oral hygiene routine, but did you actually know why it is so important. Did you know that nearly half of the surface area of your teeth...

The Best Diet for Dental Health

We all know that maintaining good oral hygiene by thorough brushing, flossing and regular check-ups is important.  Your dental health is also everything to do with your diet.  Whatever food or drink you choose to have...