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Top prevention tip for COVID-19 – don’t touch your face!
A vaccine for the Wuhan virus or COVID-19 is months away. In the meantime, the best advice we’ve been getting from health experts is to wear a mask and wash our hands with soap for 20 seconds to avoid the virus. However, there is one other hygiene tip that most people...
Why are top athletes experiencing a tooth decay epidemic?
You wouldn’t think that competitive athletes, both amateurs and professionals, would have many oral health issues. They’re usually fit, healthy, active and non-smoking individuals with healthy diets. Not only that, a whopping 94% of elite athletes brush their teeth...
If you have tartar or calculus, you may be at risk of calcified arteries and heart disease
Tartar or calculus is an oral condition where a calcified build up occurs behind or outside your teeth along the gum line. Most oral health information will tell you that tartar is the end result of plaque that has hardened because it hasn't been removed regularly...
The risks of mouthwashes
Are oral mouthwashes doing you more harm than good? There are mouthwashes and there are mouthwashes. Some are pro-biotic, some are fluoridated to help strengthen tooth enamel, while others contain alcohol and are meant to zap all the oral bacteria in your mouth to...
When do I need a mouthguard for teeth grinding?
You may need a mouthguard, known as a nightguard, if you have a chronic teeth grinding habit. If you don't address the physical/psychological reasons for your teeth grinding habit (i.e. stress), nor use a night guard, you may experience further complications that may...
Magnetic microbots to become dental assistants
Above: Sequential images of a magnetic microbot ploughing through a petri dish containing a biofilm (Credit: University of Pennsylvania) An American research and development team made up of engineers, biologists and dentists at the University of Pennsylvania have...
Dental Health Week 2019 – Are you tracking your oral health?
Dental Health Week 2019 starts today and will continue for the next week! So what is Dental Health Week? It's Australia's own annual oral health promotion week which aims to remind Australians adults and kids about the importance of keeping good oral health. This...
How much fluoride is just right for good oral health?
Fluoride is a natural occurring mineral that is found in the environment in water sources that have filtered through volcanic rocks and soil. There is no question that fluoride is an essential factor to develop and maintain strong healthy teeth. This reduces the risk...
Teens risk tooth damage by using DIY teeth whitening products
In a recent joint statement, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) Deputy CEO, Eithne Irving and Melbourne-based dental practitioner, Dr Toni Surace have advised parents and teens that DIY teeth whitening kits and products are unsuitable for children and teens under...
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