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Do you need a night guard?

Do you ever wake up with a sore jaw or tooth pain? This can be one of the most frequent symptoms of teeth grinding. Teeth grinding is also known as Bruxism often occurs while we are asleep can cause a range of oral health problems such as: Cracked or broken teeth Wear and tear of teeth and gums Strain on jaw joints and soft tissue One of the most popular treatment options for this is a night guard. This is an appliance similar to a mouth guard that can be worn while sleeping. The process of making your night guard is simple and only requires a quick appointment where the dentist will take impressions of your teeth. These will then be sent off to our dental technicians for your custom night g

Dental tips for Easter

Easter is quickly approaching and we all know what that means, endless chocolate and sweet treats everywhere! The Australian Dental Association (ADA) asks that all families use moderation when enjoying their Easter treats and remember to take care of their teeth. Here are some tips to keep your kid’s teeth as healthy as the Easter Bunny’s: Have a sugar break the week before and after Easter to make up for the increase in sugar during the festivities Avoid snacking between meals and restrict sweets to during meal times Be way of snacks that are marketed as ‘healthy’ but are in fact high in sugar, for example dried fruit, fruit juice, breakfast cereals, flavoured milk etc Ensure that your chil

Ageing and Dental Health

As you age it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and gums. Many assume that losing teeth as you become older is inevitable. We are here to tell you that that isn’t true AT ALL! With the correct oral care routine, your teeth can last your lifetime! Attending regular appointments at your dentist becomes even more essential as you age. As people become older, the nerves in the teeth can become smaller, therefore making them less sensitive to forming cavities and other dental issues. Therefore, without regular checkups from the dentist, many dental problems may go undiagnosed until the problem becomes much bigger. The same oral care recommendations as we age. These inclu

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