It’s the season to be jolly and like it or not, kisses are abundant. Here are 5 fun facts about kisses: 

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.

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:

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.  

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.

The general rule is, if it can stain your clothes - it can satin your teeth. So yes, your favourite morning ‘pick-me-up’ might bring your smile down a notch or two.

We love coffee, as our friends, the Baristas at Casa Dolce, Est Espresso, Da Giacomo and Ginger Fox will agree.  It’s no surprise then that we also have trouble battling coffee stains. Here are 5 things you can do to help keep your teeth clean and stain free:

Complex dental treatment can sometimes come at a high cost. Depending on the circumstances, some Australians consider travelling abroad to access significantly cheaper treatment and get a “free holiday”.  What are the risks? Is it worth it?

Regardless of where you come from, how old your are or what language you speak, your smile is one of the main ways we communicate. In a split second it portraits your personality, self image and how you feel about the people around you.

Are your teeth making you look older? If so, you may be one of a growing number of people suffering from accelerated tooth wear. 

Pathological tooth wear can create a wide range of problems aesthetically and functionally. Issues include increased sensitivity, pain, reduced longevity of dental work. Decreased chewing ability is one of the functional problems, and  the impact on self-confidence and quality of life can be substantial.