Billions of tiny bacteria live inside your mouth, colonising your tongue, teeth and under your gums! Your mouth is dark and wet – the perfect breeding ground for some of these pesky germs… If these germs are allowed to do their thing, they’ll make plaque and calculus. But what is plaque and how is it […]
READ MOREHoliday Season Teeth Tips
Tis The Season To Be Cavity Free The holiday season is upon us! And, for us Queenslanders, that means sun soaked days, lots of food, more food, possibly some alcohol and fun times spent with friends and family. But be careful during the festive season, because Christmas can mean danger for your mouth! December is […]
READ MOREEaster Hack: How to Eat Chocolate and Stay Decay Free
The season of binging on chocolatey goodness is upon us! But never fear – we’re here to guide you through this dangerous time for your teeth. We’ll help you fight tooth decay while still enjoying your holidays and the Easter eggs coming your way! You, Kids, Easter Eggs and Tooth Decay If you’re anything like […]
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 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 MORENew Year’s Resolutions – 3 Things Not To Do
New Year, New Me. That’s what we’re all thinking as the year draws to a close, right? With the festive season now behind us, suddenly, we’re all reevaluating our life choices… Some great; some not so great. As the clock strikes midnight on the 31st of December, we promise to make lifestyle changes like “I’m […]
READ MOREThe Value Of Baby Teeth – What You Should Know
Adult teeth (permanent) are important. We only have one chance with them. There are no more backups if they fail. Unfortunately, baby teeth aren’t seen in the same light because they naturally fall out eventually. I mean, if it’s going to fall out anyway, why bother? They can suffer tooth decay, be removed early and […]
READ MOREThe 3 Surprising Reasons Kids Get Tooth Decay
IMAGINE if you were left with NO CHOICE but to put your child under general anaesthesia to have rotten teeth pulled out. It’s not that hard to imagine because, for some of you, this is already a reality… Baby teeth are very small, and the distance between the outer enamel and the nerve inside them […]
READ MORESelf Care & Your Mouth: The Best Oral Health
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 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 […]
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