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What Is a Root Canal and Do I Need It?.

A root canal may be one of the most feared dental procedures, but it's nothing to be worried about. Your dentist may recommend root canal therapy if any of your teeth are badly damaged, decayed or infected. This can remo.....
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Category: General Dentistry

Are Veneers Safe for Your Teeth?.

The secret behind many celebrity smiles, dental veneers have become one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments in Australia for people who want to change something about their teeth. Your dentist might suggest.....
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How Do I Stop Grinding My Teeth?.

Do you or someone in your family grind, clench or gnash your teeth? Involuntary teeth grinding at night or during the day is known as bruxism. This isn't always a serious concern, but if you are a frequent and forceful g.....
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Category: Oral Health

How Can I Close Gaps Between Teeth?.

Do you or your child have gaps in your smile? There can be many reasons for spaces between teeth. These spaces may affect just two teeth or all of your teeth. They may be narrow and barely noticeable, or they can be as w.....
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Category: Orthodontics

Sugar and Your Teeth: How Much Is Too Much?.

Australians may be more health-conscious than ever, but tooth decay and gum disease are still major problems across different age groups. This is largely down to how much sugar we consume every day. We all know that suga.....
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Category: General Dentistry, Oral Health

9 Reasons NOT to Have Cheap Dental Treatments Overseas.

Like most goods and services, the cost of dental treatments is usually cheaper in developing countries compared to Australia. In recent years, this has persuaded an increasing number of Aussies to fly abroad for cheaper.....
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Category: General Dentistry

Do You Need to Brush a Baby's Teeth?.

Should you start brushing your baby's teeth as soon as they have them, or is it okay to wait? Do baby teeth really need to be brushed, if they're going to fall out eventually anyway? New parents often have lots of questi.....
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Category: Children's Dentistry

How Can I Fix Small Teeth?.

If you have small or short teeth, this could affect how your teeth bite together, possibly leading to eating difficulties or other concerns such as teeth grinding or jaw problems. While small teeth don't always cause phy.....
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Why Is Getting a Good Night's Sleep So Important?.

If you don't get the recommended amount of sleep each night and often feel tired during the day, you're not alone. Around 4 in 10 Australians say they don't get enough sleep. Whether it's due to poor sleeping habits or a.....
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How to Get the Best Results from Teeth Whitening.

If your teeth are yellow, stained or discoloured, you might be considering a teeth whitening treatment. These cosmetic treatments use chemicals that remove certain pigments from the teeth, leaving them naturally whiter. .....
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