Fashions may come and go, but a healthy, attractive smile can be yours for life, provided you look after it properly. Numerous studies have shown people react positively to a warm smile, helping you make that all-important good first impression when meeting someone new for the first time. When you know your smile looks good, […] Read more
While awake, you know exactly what is going on in your mouth, and you have the opportunity to control your oral hygiene through brushing, flossing, and eating healthily. However, have you considered what happens to your oral health while you sleep? Read on to discover more and what you can do to protect your dental […] Read more
Most of us use toothpaste routinely without thinking about how it cleans our teeth. So is it just a minty fresh gel that helps keep teeth cavity-free, or is there more to toothpaste than meets the eye? In fact, toothpaste can contain a range of ingredients, and you can even buy toothpaste for a specific […] Read more
Stores are full of Halloween paraphernalia and are already piling up stocks of sweets and other goodies for eager Trick or Treaters. While it is a fun celebration, all the sugar in those sweet treats can harm your teeth unless you have a plan. The reason why sweets are so bad for your dental health […] Read more
The average diet has evolved significantly, even over the last few decades, let alone over the past few thousand years. In the past, humans were hunter-gatherers, eating tough grains and chewy meat, and it wasn’t so easy to cook food to make it softer. Nowadays, we have easy access to virtually any type of food, […] Read more
Did you know that your tongue can tell dentists a great deal about your dental and overall health? Most of us just take our tongue for granted, but it’s a very useful muscle. Your tongue allows you to speak clearly and is covered in taste buds so you can taste your food properly. It also […] Read more
Feeling some degree of anxiety before you visit the dentist is quite common, even amongst people who know they take care of their teeth properly. An estimated one in six adults and one in 10 children in Australia experience some level of dental fear or anxiety. However, regular dental checkups and hygiene appointments are important […] Read more
Knowing your smile looks good can do wonders for your self-confidence and be a considerable asset in an increasingly image-conscious world. If you feel embarrassed about your teeth, perhaps because they are misaligned, stained, or damaged, you may find it negatively impacts social and professional interactions with others. This is when a smile makeover could […] Read more
You need healthy teeth and gums for good overall health. Without them, it is tricky to eat well and enjoy a good, varied and nutritious diet. Without good nutrition, your body is less able to fight infection and disease. Several common problems can affect your dental health, but with good preventative dentistry, you should be […] Read more
Modern dentistry is extremely advanced, but did you realise dentistry has been evolving for hundreds of years? The first known dental practitioner dates back to 1092, when the first idea of surgery began. It was due to the Pope of Alexandria who decided that monks and priests should have a shaven face and a unique […] Read more
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