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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...

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What are the benefits and risks of having a dental implant?

More and more people are choosing to have dental implants to replace missing teeth.  Naturally blending in with your natural teeth, dental implants offer a durable and long-lasting solution to tooth loss and...

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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...

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Smoking and Your Oral Health

Whilst most of us are aware of the effects of smoking on our general health causing many medical problems that can sometimes be fatal, many people may not be aware of the effect that smoking can have their...

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What are dental veneers?

Dental veneers are thin, tooth-coloured shells that are custom-made, attached to the front of your teeth and cover the entire surface of the tooth, providing a natural look that masks any areas of concern.  There are...

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Dental Veneers

Increasingly people are looking to improve the look of their teeth and improve their smile.  Many concerns such as whiteness, staining and discolouration, chipped, cracked, worn or uneven teeth can be treated by using...

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How safe is teeth whitening?

You may be considering getting your teeth whitened, but are unsure about how safe it is and whether there are any possible risks. What are the risks? As with anything, there is always a slight risk of damage of side...

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Why aren’t my teeth white?

With increased interest in teeth whitening, you may wonder why your teeth aren’t naturally white.  There can be many reasons why your smile may not be as white as you would like.  Teeth can naturally range in colour...

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Teeth Whitening

More and more people are turning to teeth whitening as a great way to improve their smile, enhance their appearance, look younger and gain confidence. Why aren’t my teeth white? With increased popularity for teeth...

Mouth ConditionsMy Smile

What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

You may be suffering the pain and discomfort from sensitive teeth and are wondering why.  Some people are more likely to naturally have sensitive teeth than others due to having thinner enamel. The enamel is the tough...

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Tooth Sensitivity

Have you ever felt pain or discomfort in your teeth after eating ice cream or having a hot drink?  If so, you’re not alone.  Whilst this pain could be a sign of a cavity, it is also a common symptom in people who have...

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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...

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What Causes Bad Breath?

Bad breath.  Something many of us worry about and most of us will experience at some point in our lives.  We are all likely familiar with some causes, namely through eating certain foods, such as onions and garlic, or...

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Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Bad breath.  Something many of us worry about and most of us will experience at some point in our lives.  We are all likely familiar with some causes, namely through eating certain foods, such as onions and garlic, or...

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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...

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Your Diet and Healthy Teeth

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...