Cold winter weather can play havoc with your dental health. Follow our easy tips to keep your mouth looking and feeling great. Avoiding Dry, Chapped Lips Make sure you get into the habit of applying lip balm with SPF 15 or higher. Staying properly hydrated will help...
Millions of adults worldwide suffer from tooth sensitivity and especially when teeth are exposed to colder weather. Healthy teeth are protected by tooth enamel and which covers the softer layer of dentine underneath. If tooth enamel is eroded or damaged, it exposes the dentine. Dentine...
If you’ve noticed blood in the sink or on your toothbrush after you brush or floss your teeth, it’s a sign you shouldn’t ignore. Strong, healthy gums do not bleed, and one of the most common reasons for bleeding gums is gum disease. Gum Disease Bleeding gums...
As a parent, one of the greatest things you can do for your child is to make sure they enjoy a healthy smile. Excellent dental care begins early, and ideally, your child should visit the dentist before age one. During this first visit, our dentist will...
Did you realise that ongoing preventative dental care can do far more than help you maintain a healthy smile? In fact, looking after your teeth and gums can help your overall health. Also, dentists can tell quite a bit about your general health just by...
As a parent, you want to do the very best for your child and looking after their oral health is essential. Some of the facts about children’s dental health may surprise you. Tooth Decay Is the Most Common Childhood Disease Tooth decay is far more common than...
The amount of chocolate in the shops is enough to make anyone’s teeth tingle, but it is possible to enjoy some chocolate treats in moderation, and without causing too much damage to your pearly whites. Follow these easy tips for more tooth-friendly Easter. Enjoy your...
If you are planning an Easter egg hunt this year, make sure you are organised to maximise the fun. Begin by decorating your house with pastel, festive balloons, and don’t forget to put an Easter decoration on your front door. It doesn’t matter if you...
It wouldn’t be Easter without going to the Carnival in Penrith, and this year the Panthers Easter Carnival is making a return at The Backyard. It’s being held on Easter Sunday, and the fun begins at 12 PM, continuing right through until 8 PM. The...
If you are facing tooth loss or are already missing teeth, we have an excellent solution for you! Dental implants artificially replace an entire tooth, and one huge advantage of this treatment is the protective effect on your jawbone, preventing further bone loss. What Are Dental...