Do your mouth and throat often feel dry, even when you're drinking enough water? If this is persistent, you could have dry mouth syndrome (xerostomia). This means your salivary glands aren't producing the saliva needed t.....
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Are you or your kids getting enough calcium in your diet? Calcium is important for building healthy teeth, jaws and bones, and for maintaining their health and function throughout your life. It also helps systems such as.....
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When you're enjoying the Christmas holidays, the last thing you want is to have to visit the emergency clinic. However, the festive season is the most common time of the year for dental injuries and toothaches, as people.....
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If you take care of your teeth and gums the rest of the year, why should you let things slide at Christmas? Over-indulging in the sweet stuff might be a festive tradition, but it's not one you have to subscribe to – espe.....
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When it comes to taking care of your kids' teeth and oral health, you don't want to have to worry about the cost. Fortunately, most parents and guardians in Australia can receive help easing the financial burden thanks t.....
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Crowns are one of most versatile dental treatments, used for everything from repairing a chipped or cracked tooth to cosmetic treatments changing a tooth's appearance. If your dentist recommends having a crown fitted, th.....
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Crooked or misaligned teeth don't only affect your appearance. Orthodontic problems can also sometimes make it harder to brush and floss, affect speech or cause other problems such as teeth grinding or jaw pain. Braces c.....
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If you feel nervous about visiting the dentist, you're not alone. As many as 1 in 6 Australian adults and 1 in 10 children have some form of dental anxiety, with 1 in 20 people having more severe dental phobia.[1] Most d.....
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When people think about what smoking does to their teeth, they probably think of the stains left on tooth surfaces by nicotine and tar. This discolouration is a common reason why people choose teeth whitening treatments......
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If you need to replace a damaged or missing tooth, your dentist can discuss the pros and cons of dentures and other teeth replacement treatments. Dentures are designed to look and feel like natural teeth and are custom-m.....
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