Surprising answers to patient questions about dental veneers
My recent experience with dental veneers is one worth sharing. I am passionate about helping people create a smile they love. There is something very satisfying about seeing a person’s confidence grow because they feel good about their smile. I feel a person’s smile is the gateway to their heart. Without good teeth, it’s not […]
Define Dental [Baby] News
Did someone say baby? If you’ve visited us lately, you would have noticed something funny going on. We’re expanding! We now have several of our wonderful team who’ve added to their families recently. Between them, and Dr Les and his wife expecting a new little one (number five!), we think Define Dental will have to […]
3 Ways to Avoid Stress When Brushing Kids Teeth
A question I’m regularly asked by parents is, “how do I get my kids to brush their teeth?” It’s a common dilemma in most households with young kids. In the morning chaos before kindy and school, and then again before bedtime, parents everywhere are stressed out by what should be just a simple exercise. Kids […]
3 Ways to Create an Oral Care Hygiene Routine You Love
An oral care hygiene routine you love probably isn’t something that’s made its way to your to do list any time recently. I get that. Most of us learnt to brush our teeth as kids. Maybe you were shown a few times, told to brush morning and night, and if you were lucky, floss regularly. […]
The Surprising Truth About Dental Fillings: What Everyone Should Know
As a Gold Coast dentist, I’ve noticed some surprising – and misleading – perceptions around dental fillings over my 25+ years of practice. Where patients talk about fillings, I talk about restorations. Why is that? When I’m treating a person’s teeth, I’m hardly working on a piece of art. Or am I? A filling – […]
What’s the difference between a filling and tooth restoration?
When people are looking to replace amalgam fillings, or need a new filling, I’m often asked to explain the difference between a restoration and a filling. I’m also asked to explain the benefits of tooth coloured versus silver amalgam fillings, particularly for people who are concerned about the health risks. You know, these are good […]