by Linda | Nov 20, 2023 | Oral Health Children, Oral Health Education, Oral Safety and First Aid, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Why does every athlete need a sports dental mouthguard? Sports mouthguards are protective devices designed to cover the teeth and gums of athletes during sports activities. They are typically made of durable, flexible materials such as silicone or polyurethane, and...
by Linda | Feb 10, 2023 | Oral Health Children, Oral Health Education, Prevention
As parents, it’s natural to worry about the dental health and development of our little ones. One major milestone in a baby’s life is teething—the process of growing their first teeth. Teething can start as early as 3 months old or up until 24 months old....
by Linda | Apr 27, 2022 | Dental Treatment, Gum disease, Oral Health Children, Prevention
Everybody has teeth with fissures and pits on the top chewing surfaces. Fissures are like tiny grooves while pits are more like small hollows. If they run too deep, they can turn into areas where bacteria plaque accumulates, causing tooth decay. Fissure sealants are a...
by Linda | Nov 26, 2021 | Oral Health Children, Oral Health Education, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention
It is absolutely essential to remove your child’s plaque daily – starting from infancy to the age when they are self-sufficient in their oral care and hygiene. Plaque removal is important because it is the primary oral issue that determines their real-time...
by Linda | Oct 16, 2020 | Oral Health Children, Oral Health Education, Oral Safety and First Aid, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Australian school students have started taking a set of classes developed to address and inform them of the health risks of excess sugar consumption. This joint oral health program was developed by the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and SugarByHalf, a...
by Linda | May 30, 2019 | Cosmetic Dental, News, Oral Health Children, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
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...
