Dental injuries happen all of the time, but each year there is an observable spike in incidences of tooth and mouth injuries during the holiday season. Most cases occur in young people under the age of 15 and more commonly boys, with the leading causes being sports related injuries, vehicles accidents and assaults. Violent attacks […]
Can you recall the last time you replaced your toothbrush? Which signs do you look for to indicate the need to do away with your old brush? Bristles bent or spread out? Bristles too soft? Does your dentist recommend how often to renew your toothbrush? Do you ever follow their advice? Some of us at […]
Australians like a drink. And we especially love a drink or two (or more) during the summer festive season. Not surprisingly, beer and wine are the two most popular alcoholic beverages for holidaying Australians. Whereas, the non-alcoholic drinks of choice to quench a summer thirst are soft drinks and canned iced teas. But unfortunately, these […]
Teenagers Your smile is one of the first things that people see and it is the one thing most teenagers are concerned about. Teeth are designed to last for life – provided we look after them. Cavities can occur at any age but the earlier we control and prevent them the more likely we are […]
The sugar in alcohol (including beer) and the acid on other alcoholic drinks are the two main threats to your teeth and gums. The Damage Sugar and acid attack tooth enamel and leave your teeth vulnerable to tooth decay. Alcohol abuse puts you at a higher risk of developing mouth and throat cancer. Arriving home […]
