The end of financial year is fast approaching and we want to ensure all our patients are getting the most from their private health insurance. Some health insurance benefits will expire on 30th of June 2021. This means you may lose any benefits you have left as they do not roll over to the new…
Many parents often ask when to start brushing their children’s teeth and how to care for their oral health. New parents often have a lot of questions surrounding this and we are here to help. Although baby teeth are temporary, they are very important in assisting your child to talk, eat and maintain space for…
With Valentine’s Day coming up, preparation is in full swing. If you have a special date night planned and want to look your best and add a bit of extra sparkle to smile, our teeth whitening options are just for you. Teeth whitening is a very popular method of boosting your self-confidence as it is…
Tooth decay is caused by bacteria in the mouth that feed on sugars contained in food and drink. These bacteria convert sugars into acids that can damage the outer layer of the teeth known as enamel. Over time, this can cause teeth to weaken and form cavities. Children may be more prone to tooth decay…
Taking care of your teeth every day is crucial to achieving healthy teeth. There are many steps you can take in order to achieve this which will assist with prevention of any problems. These steps can be as simple as brushing your teeth twice a day and incorporating flossing into your daily routine. Brushing your…
It’s no surprise to dentists to hear from patients that flossing isn’t happening on the daily. However, this is a cause for concern considering that if you rely solely on brushing to clean your teeth you are missing cleaning a large portion of your teeth and this leads to gum disease, tooth decay and even…
It’s normal for babies to suck their fingers and thumbs as they are born with a reflex to suck any object placed in their mouth. This behaviour helps during the first few months of establishing feeding and disappears at around four months. There are usually no long-term ill-effects from thumb sucking in early childhood and…
It is important to start looking after your baby’s teeth as soon as they come through. Visiting the dentist regularly is one part of good dental care. The Australian Government covers the cost of basic dental services for about 3 million children aged 2 to 17. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) is a scheme…
Now that life in Queensland is rapidly returning to normal you can now start to look into getting those teeth straightened up and improve your smile. Invisalign really is for anyone who has the slightest adjustment they are wanting corrected to anyone needing major correction of crooked teeth and overbites. There are many benefits of…
Are you are experiencing pain when chewing? Or pain with the release of biting pressure? or pain when your tooth is exposed to temperature extremes? These are all symptoms of a cracked tooth. It’s very common for a cracked tooth to cause pain that comes and goes. You may be getting one of these symptoms…