Is oral health the key to good general health? The compelling case for looking after your t...
It might seem self-serving to argue the case for the pivotal role oral health plays in laying the foundation for good general health. Logically, it makes sense for a dentist to suggest thereβs a case for taking care of your teeth and gums. After all, isnβt it my job? Well, to answer this question honestly, […]
Not enough saliva? Hereβs how to manage a dry mouth
A dry mouth is a topic Iβve written about previously. Surprisingly common, and affecting people of all ages, a dry mouth can cause people anxiety. It can also be a challenge to manage. Although thereβs no one-size-fits-all approach to manage a dry mouth, there are some guidelines a dentist might prescribe to a patient who […]
Dry mouth anxiety: is it just a case of not enough saliva?
A dry mouth is one of those things we only notice when we have it. I know that sounds obvious, but think about it. Itβs a hot day, youβre sweating and suddenly you realise Iβm thirsty. My mouthβs dry. I need water! But what about when you experience a dry mouth more than youβd like? […]
Why asking for a second opinion for dental treatment saves teeth and money
From time to time, Iβm asked by patients to provide a second opinion for a dental treatment prescribed by another clinician. Why seek a second opinion for dental treatment? Itβs an opportunity to assist that I take very seriously. From the patientβs perspective, a second opinion for a dental treatment is worth pursuing if you […]
The astonishing [pain free] truth about root canal therapy
Root canal therapy is one of those complex dental treatments that people often associate with pain and concern. Once upon a time, that perception may have been warranted. But root canal therapy – and the associated materials and technologies – have advanced. And not just a little. Root canal treatment has advanced considerably. In most […]
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 personβs confidence grow because they feel good about their smile. I feel a person’s smile is the gateway to their heart. Without good teeth, itβs not […]
Define Dental [Baby] News
Did someone say baby? If youβve visited us lately, you would have noticed something funny going on. Weβre expanding! We now have several of our wonderful team whoβve 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 Iβm regularly asked by parents is, βhow do I get my kids to brush their teeth?β Itβs 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 isnβt something thatβs 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. […]