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Did you lose a tooth last Christmas? Haven’t had a check-up in seven years, or maybe your teeth are gradually turning grey. If you are embarrassed about your teeth, you’re in the right place. Leading busy lives leads to putting things off. Like visiting the dentist, the longer the gap, the harder it gets to […]

Gum recession is a condition where the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away or recedes, exposing more of the tooth or its root. It is a type of gum disease that is completely treatable by your nib Dental practitioner, however prevention is always better than treatment. Symptoms include sensitive teeth, ridges at the […]

There are several advantages to choosing clear aligners over traditional braces: these include fewer dental visits, easy cleaning, and greater convenience. Invisalign* treatment involves wearing a series of clear, removable aligners or mouth guards that gradually straighten your teeth. There are no brackets or wires, which avoids the restrictions that come with metal braces. As […]

This Women’s Health Week the spotlight is on the theme ‘Saying Yes to You’ – and that includes prioritising your oral health. A vibrant, healthy smile reflects overall wellbeing and supports your body’s health from the inside out. As women transition through perimenopause and menopause, shifting hormone levels can bring a variety of changes – […]

When thinking about your overall wellbeing, your oral health is an excellent place to begin. As we celebrate Women’s Health Week 2025 and the empowering theme “Say Yes to You”, it’s the perfect time to include your dental care in the conversation. Hormonal changes across life stages – such as puberty, pregnancy, and perimenopause – […]

Helping your child establish good oral hygiene habits early in life gives them a great head start for achieving a healthy and beautiful smile for life. As a parent, you’re the perfect role model for you child, so if they see you brushing your teeth morning and night, and you then do the same for […]

There’s a lot of information about teething, and it can be helpful to know what is typical when it comes to your child’s tooth eruption. Teething is a normal developmental stage which happens throughout childhood. Although every child is an individual, for most, there is a typical pattern of tooth eruption and loss, also called […]

Many of us spend a large part of our adult lives at work, and it can be helpful to implement daily routines at our workplace which support good health. Tooth brushing is something which we tend to consider an ‘at home’ practice, but there could be benefits in brushing your teeth at work as well. […]

There are more options than ever to straighten teeth at any age. Orthodontics are often associated with correcting teeth alignment during adolescence, but it’s becoming increasingly popular for adults to refine their smile. Teeth alignment is more discreet than ever! You can now choose to have a sleek solution in as little as 6 months. […]

The weather is cooling down, which means cold and flu season is just around the corner. While we anticipate sore throats, sniffly noses and body aches, it’s worth considering how seasonal sickness affects our oral health too. The good news is that even when you’re not feeling the best, there are low-effort ways to care […]

Managing asthma with medication is key to keeping symptoms under control, but it could also impact your oral health in ways you might not expect. While it’s important for asthma medication to reach your airways, it’s also necessary to clear it from your mouth to protect your oral health. With a few simple steps, you […]

Endometriosis isn’t just a reproductive condition, it can also cause inflammation throughout the body. Some research1 suggests this inflammation may contribute to changes in oral health, potentially increasing the risk of gum disease, tooth sensitivity, or jaw pain.   The effects of endometriosis on your oral health Tooth and gum sensitivity: Hormonal fluctuations, particularly higher […]

With another season of sports kicking off, now’s the perfect time to check if your footy boots and shorts still fit, but don’t forget to check your or your child’s mouthguard too! Wearing a mouthguard during sport helps protect your face, mouth and jaw from accidental trauma.   Do all sports require a mouthguard to […]

Many of us start the new year with good intentions to improve our oral health, but how can we turn those resolutions into lasting habits? Focusing on our teeth and gums is a great place to start. Research shows that good oral health not only boosts our overall wellbeing but also helps us feel confident […]

Even if you brush and floss daily, you might still notice your teeth appearing slightly yellow. Tooth discolouration can be caused by extrinsic stains (on the tooth’s outer surface) or intrinsic stains (inside the tooth). So, what causes your teeth to appear discoloured?   Factors that may cause tooth discolouring Foods and drinks – Some […]