Another year signifies a fresh start, and as we age, it becomes more important to take care of our teeth. If you are wondering why, here’s what happens to your teeth as you age. First, let’s talk about the teeth Before we get into the effects of aging, let’s discuss how amazing your teeth are
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Good oral health care teeth may be linked to better brain health, according to a study published in the July 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study found that gum disease and tooth loss were linked to brain shrinkage in the hippocampus. This plays a role in
read moreWhat is gum disease? Gum inflammation, also known as gingivitis, is a very common finding when we look in people’s mouths for the first time. But what is it? Very simply, it is any bleeding from the soft tissues you commonly find in your mouth. The soft tissues have different names depending on exactly
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Cavities and toothaches have been the most common problems that we used to associate with poor oral hygiene. This can also lead to a much more significant health issue. Learn more about the possible health risks if you don’t start taking good care of your oral health. Why is it possible? Here’s what the expert
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The Southern Highlands seems to have escaped the worst of COVID-19. However, we understand there is still a lot of concern surrounding COVID dental care in NSW. You may have wondered about dental health and the virus so here are a few observations we have gleaned recently. How COVID-19 has impacted your dental health According
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A great time for a first dental visit is as soon as your child can communicate with us. Although some dental problems can be identified as early as six months old, there’s not a lot we can achieve without your child’s cooperation. That’s why we like to be able to talk with children – and
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With the colder days still looming in the Southern Highlands a common problem is sensitive teeth – especially to cold. What can cause tooth sensitivity to cold? This is where the dentine of a tooth (see image below) is exposed. This can be due to a number of different things ranging from incorrect tooth brushing,
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