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Gum Disease – the silent affliction
You would not live with a chronic eye or ear infection, would you? Yet 45% of the population over 65 years live with a chronic infection known as gum disease, or periodontitis. Most
Vitamins, Minerals AND your teeth
Have you ever considered how vitamins and minerals affect your teeth? We’re all aware of how bad sugar is for teeth, and we know to avoid acidic food and drinks, but what can
Why dental X-rays are so important
A dental x-ray is one of the most important diagnostic tools in a dentist’s arsenal. And they are safer and simpler than ever before – quick, painless, and modern x-rays emit very low-radiation.
Thumb Sucking. The Good,the Bad, and the Normal
Did you know that your child’s thumb sucking can cause issues with their teeth and jaw? We see quite a bit of it in our Taree Dental Care practice with protruding teeth and
5 Tips to Reduce Sugar in your Diet
Plaque is a thin, translucent film of bacteria that coats the tooth surface. When sugar and starchy foods encounter plaque, it reacts with the bacteria to form acids that erode tooth enamel and
Fluoride – is it bad for you?
What is fluoride? Fluoride is a naturally occurring substance which strengthens and protects our teeth and bones. In Australia, and many other countries, fluoride is added to drinking water and is present in