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.
Child Dental Benefits Schedule
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).
Super Chew!
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.
2016 Spring into a new smile
The floss debate
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.
Brush Bowel Cancer Away
Jaw Pain
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).
