You’ve probably heard of the term self-care on TV or read it somewhere in a magazine article. Maybe you’ve seen in a book title at a bookstore/library. You might think it’s a “buzzword” or something that isn’t for everyone. But let me tell you, it most certainly is for everyone! So, What Is Self-Care? Self-care […]
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 MOREHow To Halve Your Oral Cancer Risk: Smoking and Your Mouth
The Facts About Oral Cancer Most people are aware of the negative effects of smoking on their overall health. However, far fewer people are aware of the effects smoking can have on their mouth apart from the obvious teeth staining. Other less widely known effects of smoking on oral health include bad breath, dry mouth, […]
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 […]
READ MOREThe Definitive Guide to Cleaning Kids Teeth!
We all know that parents want to look after their kids in the best way possible – but sometimes, brushing their teeth can prove to be a struggle! So here is: The Definitive Guide to Cleaning Kids Teeth by Method Dental. 0 – 18 Months Even before your baby has teeth coming through, you can […]
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