Good looking teeth and oral health care go together. A bit like Starsky and Hutch, sunshine and smiles, and Princess Leia and Hans Solo, they’re kind of inseparable. And that’s a good thing. Good looking teeth are a signpost for our health as much as they are an indicator of the age and stage we’re
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Plaque products aren’t something most people think about, unless they’re a dentist or oral health therapist (or my wife, who is always searching for new blog topics for me). Without the profile of other dental diagnostic tools, plaque products can be underestimated for their value. This is especially the case when you know the damage
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If you don’t have dentures, they’re not something you’re likely to give a second thought to. We’re human, right? If something doesn’t affect us directly, it simply doesn’t enter our mind. But the truth is, they are a reality for many people. Dentures are a dental treatment typically prescribed to a certain population group. Usually
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Pet dental health? It’s not really what you’d expect a dentist to be writing about, is it? Our job is to care for our human patients, not their special furry friends. But what if I told you, we humans can have a tendency to do more for our pets’ health and wellbeing than for our
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Who doesn’t love the cooler weather? Our winters are so perfect that we are able to get out and about without the usual heat. Whether it’s to go for a stroll around the Broadwater or Surfers Paradise, hop on a bike and explore some of the lovely bike paths or head up to the Gold
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A challenge many people face is how to quit smoking. As a dentist practising for over thirty years, I’ve seen my share of patients who have reached the point of wanting to kick the habit for good. One thing I’ve learned when seeing these people is: it’s my job to be humble. We all know
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Sugar is a hot topic right now. But it’s not a new thing. For a long time – close to several decades – there’s been awareness about its associated diet and health dangers. Countless studies, research papers and books have highlighted the connection to serious health issues. Think here: obesity, dental cavities, gum disease and
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Does your dentist near me, known for wanting patients to stick to a regime of good oral hygiene? More than just brushing and flossing, a good dentist near me wants to instil a regimen of regular hygiene visits. For some people (like your dentist, hopefully), this stuff is a no brainer. But for others,
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Patients frequently ask me to clarify the difference between a dentist and oral health therapist. This question has emerged as the popularity of hygienists – or oral health therapists (OHT) – has escalated in recent years and is now considered the gold standard. It’s useful for patients to understand their differences so they can make
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Root canal treatment gets a bad rap, doesn’t it? You only need to search Dr Google and you’ll discover why. There is every myth under the sun perpetuated by people who may not have a full understanding of the causes and effective treatments. We’re fortunate to live at a time, and in a place, where
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