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It's not at all unusually for kids to trip and fall, and hit their their teeth. In fact it's estimated that nearly 50% of children suffer some injury to a tooth during childhood.
It’s the season to be jolly and like it or not, kisses are abundant. Here are 5 fun facts about kisses:
So when we’re out I often see people choosing to drink soda water with a twist of lemon. It’s refreshingly light and bubbly, but it’s not great for your teeth.
Now don’t get me wrong – it’s a far healthier alternative to sugary soft drink or even fruit juices. My concern is that people may not realise that it’s still damaging to teeth. So why would this clear bubbly beverage pose any issues?
Why implants should be a last resort
Implants to replace decayed or broken teeth have boomed in popularity in the past decade. However, experts warn that a hasty decision to extract a tooth and replace it with an implant may cost a lot more than you think.
Occasionally people with dental implants face complications. It’s estimated that 6 – 15% of patients develop an inflammatory response caused by bacteria destroying the soft tissue and the bone around the implant in the worst case.
5 common medications that increase tooth decay
Medications are supposed to make you healthier, but sometimes the side effects have negative impacts on your teeth and oral health.
All the medications listed shared a common side effect of xerostemia, or dry mouth. Dry mouth is a common factor that increases the risk of tooth decay and infection.
People with diabetes are susceptible to periodontitis, a gum infection that can resultin tooth loss. New research helps explain why…
A new study led by University of Pennsylvania researchers unequivocally demonstrates the population of oral microbes (microbiome) is affected by diabetes. Diabetes causes a shift to increase the pathogenicity of the microbiome.
It may sound strange but many people don’t realise they grind their teeth. The habit can be very damaging to teeth and can have follow on symptoms you may not expect.
Exactly when, why and how long you clench and, or grind varies. The habit is usually involuntary and often associated with stress. It’s common for people (including children) to clench and grind during their sleep so we’ll often hear of partners and parents complaining about the noise before the patient is aware.
Osteoporosis treatment may lower the risk of severe periodontitis in women by nearly 50 %...
A recent study of 500 postmenopausal women who received service at an osteoporosis diagnosis center in Brazil, revealed that women over the age of 50 treated with estrogen for osteoporosis are 44 percent less likely to have severe periodontitis than women who did not receive the treatment.
Recently I have heard people declare “We don’t eat sugar in our house” – which is great I guess but which sugars are really bad for your teeth?
The “I quit sugar” phenomenon has been great for helping people address the unbalanced consumption of processed sugars. My concern is that many people seem to have forgotten that there are plenty of other sugars other than sucrose that pack a punch when it comes to oral health.
We often get asked about breast feeding and oral health for infants. As parents and mothers the team at bcdental understand that breast feeding is a very personal choice impacted by many aspects and can be complex decision.
If you are breastfeeding, there are choices about how long to breastfeed and we often get questions about the impact on oral health. As mothers our hygienists Denise Montry and Emma Walton often talk about the choices and wanted to share some informative thoughts from the University of Adelaide’s “Breastfeeding and Oral health: Information for Patients” Dec 2016:
We've all had to reach for the breath mints at some point. And breath quality is important to your social appeal. It's been estimated that 60 percent of adults with partners say that their partner's oral health plays a big role in their level of intimacy.
For some, chronic bad breath is a symptom of a larger health problem. So, if it's an ongoing issue be sure to seek advice. For those who simply experience a morning breath, or the occasional smelly whiff, the situation can usually freshen things up pretty quickly. Here are nine easy ways to keep your breath smelling fresh.
We've all had to reach for the breath mints at some point. And breath quality is important to your social appeal. It's been estimated that 60 percent of adults with partners say that their partner's oral health plays a big role in their level of intimacy.
For some, chronic bad breath is a symptom of a larger health problem. So, if it's an ongoing issue be sure to seek advice. For those who simply experience a morning breath, or the occasional smelly whiff, the situation can usually freshen things up pretty quickly. Here are nine easy ways to keep your breath smelling fresh.
For lovers of chocolate,
While chocolate, along with red wine, tea and coffee is often responsible for staining teeth, I bet you didn't know that there is a 'magic' ingredient in dark chocolate that protects against dental cavities...
There are compounds found in Cocoa Bean Husk (CBH) extract may be more effective at fighting decay than fluoride. There’s even talk it may be used in mouthwashes and toothpaste. But this is still very much in development.
Cap restored to $1000 per child
Earlier this week the Government has advised that it will be restoring the cap back to its original figure of $1000 for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).
Your mouth is teeming with both good and bad bacteria. Most of it is good and helps with normal functioning of your teeth and gums. The bad bacteria if left unchecked can cause issues including cavities and gum disease.
While gum disease is said to be one of the most common ailments in the world, most people don’t realize that gum disease can have serious health consequences. There growing body of evidence that the mouth is a window to our body’s overall health. In particular, gum disease has been closely correlated to other forms of ailments people generally suffer.
Media Release from ADA on 2017 CDBS changes
Kids still have some access to Australian Government supported dental care The Australian Dental Association (ADA) has mixed feelings about the dental funding announcement made by the Health Minister, the Hon. Sussan Ley.
Most of the time we take our lips for granted. Without a second thought they help us flash a smile, speak our mind, experience a world of culinary delights and share a kiss. As dental clinicians, at each check-up we take a moment to look at the health of your lips as well as your teeth. Here are some tips to keeping them healthy and happy:
The most common promotion is waivers on waiting periods for particular procedures or bonuses. If you are looking to increase your cover for a particular service, it’s worth talking to a broker or insurance comparison company who have oversight of many funds. They’ll be able to tell you if there’s a fund with a special offer that suits your needs.
If you ask almost anyone what physical trait makes someone beautiful, the answer you often hear back is eyes, or a great smile. You can never underestimate what a difference a gorgeous smile makes, and Emily had always wanted to fix hers.
Despite announcements to the contrary, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule will remain operational into 2017.
On the day of Federal Parliament in 2016, after months of lobbying by the Australian Dental Association, the ALP, Greens and members of the Crossbench, the Government did not introduced legislation to close the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS).
Like most us, you've probably been told that swallowed gum will stay in your stomach or intestines for 7 years or more. As my 4 year old perpetuated this urban myth, it got me thinking about gum and I felt compelled to share some of my learnings.
So first of all, let me correct the 7 year myth... while gum is made of an indigestible fiber and cannot be digested, it doesn’t ‘stick around’ (excuse the pun) but instead pass through your system.
Some say, your smile is the window to your soul.
It puts us at ease when we see people smile. There's no other expression that has the ability to make a complete stranger feel better or compelled to return the favour.
If you're not a fan of the floss, recent media controversy around flossing may have peaked your interest. So what's the deal?
Flossing has long been part of the recommended dental health management program, but a recent US study suggests that there’s no sufficient data to prove that flossing has a significant impact. So let's take a closer look.
Regular brushing not only keeps your pearly whites smiling bright, but could help to prevent bowel cancer.
A recent US study suggests same mouth bacteria that cause bleeding gums can travel via the blood to the bowel where they could trigger cancer or worsen existing tumours.
Your temporomandibular joint is the hinge connecting your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull, which are in front of each ear. It lets you move your jaw up and down and side to side, so you can talk, chew, and yawn.
Problems with your jaw and the muscles in your face that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
If you have a bottle of Chlorofluor gel please STOP use and return it to the place of purchase.
bcdental patients are asked to return to bottles of Chlorofuor Gel batch BK119 to reception at 7 North Concourse Beaumaris.
Blueberries and blackberries are winter favourites and good for oral health.
Hundreds of studies show that berries provide a protective effect against oxidation—a principal cause of cellular damage and a major contributor to illness including oral disease.
The simple act of smiling can be distressing for some. Whether it’s meeting and greeting friends or smiling for the camera, many people are so concerned about their appearance they make a habit of not smiling. Your teeth need not be cause for distress, in fact they can be one of your main assets.
Every year at about this time I get questions about mouthguards. Are they all the same? Surely a chemist mouthguard does the same job?
But when it comes to buying a mouthguard they are not all the same. You may recall the media coverage over concussions in sport a couple of years ago – well that sparked a fair amount of research into the topic and some of it was surprising. Players wearing store bought mouthguards were more than twice a likely to suffer mild traumatic brain injuries (concussions) than those wearing custom-made, properly fitted mouthguards.