Dental Blog

Playing sport keeps kids and teenagers fit, helps with their physical development and lowers their risk of health problems, but sports can bring their own set of risks. In particular, sport and other active pastimes are the most common cause of dental injuries for young people in Australia.....
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If you only go to the dentist when you already have signs of a problem, it's more likely that you'll need corrective treatment than someone who has a regular check-up and clean. But how regular is regular? There's no straightforward answer, as the ideal visiting frequency for you will depe.....
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If you want to replace all of your upper or lower teeth, or all the teeth in your mouth, you might think that dentures are the obvious choice, but these are no longer the only option. Many people now choose to replace their teeth with a fixed bridge supported by dental implants. A complete.....
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If a tooth feels painful or sensitive or you have other signs of a tooth infection, your dentist may recommend a root canal treatment. This is often the only way to remove an infection and restore a tooth. Root canal therapy (also called endodontic treatment) is a common dental procedure t.....
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If you want to make any cosmetic changes to your smile – whether it's teeth whitening, straightening, repairing minor damage, or changing the shape or size of teeth – your dentist may recommend veneers as a versatile treatment. Dental veneers are thin shells that replace the front surfaces.....
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You don't expect to lose an arm or a leg when you get older, so why would you expect to lose your teeth? Keeping your teeth and gums healthy for a lifetime is the focus of this year's Dental Health Week in Australia. Dental Health Week is organised by the Australian Dental Association (ADA.....
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Brushing our teeth is something most of us learned as kids, but not all of us were taught correctly. Opinions about toothbrushing technique have changed over time as oral hygiene has become better understood and it can be easy to slide into bad brushing habits if you're not paying attentio.....
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Wrinkles and sagging skin are a natural part of ageing and are nothing to be ashamed of, but they can also be affected by your lifestyle, diet and habits. If you want to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of ageing, taking action now could help to keep your skin .....
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Straight teeth could help you to feel more confident about your appearance, but there can also be practical reasons for straightening your smile. Teeth that are misaligned or crowded may be harder to clean, more prone to decay, affect eating and speech, or lead to other problems such as te.....
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Permanent teeth can last a lifetime with good daily care, but dental disease and accidental injuries can cut that short. The more teeth you lose, the greater the impact can be on your appearance, oral health and general health. If you have one or more teeth that feel loose or have come out.....
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