Your Gum Health Explained, Part 2: Periodontitis In our previous blog, you would have learnt the basics about gum disease, what gingivitis is and how it can be treated and prevented. Now, we’re going to talk about Periodontitis, the next stage of gum disease – you know, the one where your teeth can actually fall […]
READ MOREBleeding gums, gingivitis and how to fix it
Your Gum Health Explained, Part 1: Gingivitis Do you get bleeding gums when you use dental floss? What about when you brush your teeth? Just sometimes? Or all the time? All of us have probably had bleeding gums at some stage. If your gums get inflamed or bleed a little only once or twice a […]
READ MOREElectric versus Manual Toothbrushes – Which Is Best?
Ever since electric toothbrushes were invented in 1939 (this might be disputed) the question has lingered, are electric toothbrushes better than manual toothbrushes? Are they just an expensive gimmick or are they really more effective? And following on from this: Do you then choose soft, medium or hard bristles? Small or big head? Plastic bits […]
READ MOREMouthguards: The best investment you will ever make
Car insurance, home insurance, travel insurance… It sucks how insurance bills just keep coming and coming. You have to pay for them. You know you need them. And when you finally make a claim, you’re glad you had the right insurance. Custom mouthguards are basically the best ever insurance policy you could ever have for […]
READ MOREOral-B Genius 9000 Electric Toothbrush Review
Summary The Oral-B Genius 9000 electric toothbrush represents the best technology that electric toothbrushes have to offer. It’s easy to use, gives an amazing clean for your teeth and gums, and if you can find it for sale under its recommended retail price, it is great value. Buy this toothbrush if you want the best […]
READ MOREAll You Ever Wanted To Know About Wisdom Teeth
Have you ever wondered why your wisdom teeth can cause you so much grief? Is it normal? Do they need to be removed? When should they be removed? Read on to find out everything you need to know about those pesky little buggers and how you can be one step ahead! What Are Wisdom Teeth? […]
READ MOREStrategies to Manage Anxiety During a Dental Appointment: Dental Anxiety and Fear (Part 2)
Following on from our “What is Dental Anxiety and Fear?” blog, here we focus on real strategies that you can use during your next dental appointment to manage your dental anxiety. How Do I Conquer This Fear? Firstly, find out what’s making you feel this way at the dentist. What are the triggers? There is […]
READ MOREWhat is Dental Anxiety and Fear?
What Is Dental Anxiety and Fear? I know that 1 in 2 people who read this blog can relate to some parts of it, if not all. That’s because up to 50% of Australian adults have some sort of anxiety about the dentist. Dental anxiety, which is anxiety associated with the thought of visiting the […]
READ MOREThe Truth About Fluoride & Oral Health
Do you know the Truth about Fluoride? By now, most of us would be quite familiar with the word ‘Fluoride’. We may have learnt about it during a Grade 9 science class, seen it on a box of toothpaste or more than likely, heard the dentist bang on about how amazing fluoride is for your […]
READ MOREHard VS. Soft Toothbrushes
So many patients ask – should I use a soft toothbrush? Or a hard toothbrush? Well, the answer is pretty simple. Hard and medium toothbrushes might give you a really nice “clean” feeling but they can cause damage to your teeth and gums! Really? Damaged teeth and gums? Your gums may begin to shrink (called […]
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