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How Much of Your Dental Health Comes from Your Mum?
While brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups are the main factors in maintaining healthy teeth, the truth is, our genetic makeup plays a significant role as well.
From the shape of our teeth to the strength of our enamel, many aspects of our dental health are determined by our genes. So, how much of your dental health comes from your Mum?
Carbonated Water: Is it Bad For Your Teeth?
Carbonated water has become a popular go-to beverage for many of us. But how does it affect the health of our teeth?
Should I Use Fluoride Toothpaste? We Answered Some Common Questions About Fluoride
Are you confused about fluoride? How much do you need?
How Often Should You See The Dentist?
Where does the age-old concept of a 6-monthly check up come from? How often should you really see the dentist?
Does getting a cavity filled hurt?
As dentists we are often asked 'Does getting a cavity filled hurt?’. When answering this question we like to provide patients with as much information about the procedure and common side effects as possible.
Can the sugar in fruit damage my teeth?
Most of us know by now that the added sugars in many foods have the potential to damage to the teeth and mouth. Even when they are hiding under the names of corn syrup, rice malt, sucrose or maltodextrin in our muesli bars, breakfast cereals and fruit flavoured yoghurt they still have the potential to cause havoc.
The 6 Healthiest Snack Foods for Your Teeth (and the best tip for tooth-safe snacking)
If you’ve been spending more time at home lately, you’re probably a bit out of routine with your normal meals and snacks. If your fridge and cupboard have been calling out your name for frequent snacks, then these tips are for you.
Myth: If You Have Dental Decay You Will Need A Tooth Extraction
Having teeth removed is a nightmare for many people, and it's not an unreasonable fear since the process can be complicated and the recovery can be painful. Additionally, missing a tooth can impact one’s self-esteem.
What are the Symptoms of Dental Caries?
Dental caries is the professional term that is used to describe cavities and tooth decay. It’s caused by bacteria that produces acid, breaking down your teeth.
How Often Should I See My Dentist?
We know that nobody wants to be in pain, dealing with dental issues and declining dental health, so the question is, how often should you visit your dentist? Unfortunately, the answer is not a simple number.
Do Dental X-Rays Show All Types of Cavities?
When it comes to oral hygiene, cavities can cause many issues for patients. There are many reasons for this.
What are Common Causes of Dental Pain?
Pain is something that no one wishes for, however, it serves a very useful purpose for us humans. Feeling pain in our bodies way of telling us that something is wrong, and that we need to pay attention to the problem.
Healthy saliva helps to fight tooth decay
Have you ever tried to eat a Weet-Bix without milk? Or a mouth full of Jatz?
Unlike Bones or Other Parts of the Body, Teeth are Incapable of Self-Repair
When it comes to the healing process, bones and teeth are quite different. When a bone is fractured, repair begins immediately and will go through five phases, if two or more parts of the broken bone remain as stationary as possible
How does dental caries differ from dental cavities?
Do you know the difference between dental “caries” and dental “cavities”? While these words are often used interchangeably, there is a difference in their meanings.
Did you know... Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body?
Tooth Enamel is the Hardest Substance in the Human Body, but it's not invincible! Tooth enamel is one of four types of tissue that make up our teeth.
Having a Filling
Despite advances in dental technology and prevention of disease, most patients will have at least one filling during their lifetime. A filling may be required to: Treat decay, Repair a chip, Bond over cracks, Improve the strength or aesthetics of a tooth.
Did you know... Honey is just as likely to cause tooth decay as sugar?
Honey is an amazing substance. To make, it takes thousands of bees flying far and wide to collect nectar, which they meticulously store in masterfully crafted honeycomb, and fan with their wings until it's just right.
Did you know... Diet soft drink is harmful to oral health?
If something is labelled "diet" -- it must be good for you, right? It depends.
Did you know...that sports drinks can be just as bad as soft drink?
If you watch any sport on TV, or pay attention to advertising you might end up thinking that sports drinks are important for peak performance -- but they should definitely be consumed with caution! Drinks like Gatorade, Powerade are marketed at athletes and claim to provide the best "hydration and fuel" for "optimal performance".
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