Inside a Dental Laboratory: How Teeth Are Made
A dental laboratory works side by side with your dentist. If your dentist requires a specific material, most likely the dental lab will be involved. So what does your dental lab technician do, exactly? In this post, I’ll look at the common...
Holistic Dentists: How Are They Different?
Can holistic dentists change your view of dentistry? When most of us think of the dentist, we think of a “regular” or traditional dentist. But how is holistic dentistry different from the traditional approach? In this post, I’ll look at the advantages...
What is Sleep Dentistry?
Sleep dentistry can reduce anxiety and make your dental appointment a pleasant experience. But what is sleep dentistry and how does it work? For those who deal with this anxiety and fear, sleep dentistry (also called sedation dentistry) can be a solution. In this post...
How to Deal With a Dental Emergency
A dental emergency is not only an after-hours treatment or hospital visit; it can happen at any time, anywhere. There are many situations and circumstances that can be regarded as a dental emergency. But what is an emergency when your mouth is involved? In this post, we'll look...
Tooth Extraction Tips: Understanding What’s Involved
When you hear the words 'tooth extraction', what comes to mind? We wouldn't be surprised to hear you yell out fear, pain or expense as your initial thought. But this doesn't have to be the case....
Why a Custom Made Mouthguard is a Must!
Having the right mouthguard while playing sport in Australia can mean the difference between protecting your teeth or damaging them. In this post, we will explore why it's recommended to protect your teeth with a custom-made mouthguard so you can enjoy the sport you love without...
Keep Tooth Decay at Bay: How You Can Prevent it!
Tooth decay can sneak up on you without much warning and cause a host of issues. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 3 out of 10 people aged between 25 and 44 have untreated tooth decay. That is 30% of the population!...
Red Gums: Your Guide to Eliminating Them for Good
Having Red and swollen gums is just the pits. And what about when they bleed?! Most of us at some point in our lives deal with these 3 dental problems on a daily basis and put up with them like they are the norm! But the fact is, is that your gums shouldn’t be red, swollen or bleeding....
A Detailed Look at Gum Disease
Are you a person who worries about your teeth and gums a lot? Well, if you are, then it’s safe to say that gum disease is probably on your mind a fair bit. A study by the Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health showed...
Tooth Abscess: Why You Have One and What to Do About it.
When someone mentions they have a tooth abscess, I think pain! Don't be alarmed though. In this post, we list everything you need to know about a tooth abscess and more...