Dementia and tooth loss
Dementia is one of the most rapidly growing health conditions worldwide. As dementia progresses, the quality of life and independence for patients is significantly reduced. Unfortunately, we don’t yet clearly understand the process by which cognitive function is lost...
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Hidden forms of added sugar
Tooth decay (dental caries) is a diet related disease - sugar in food and drink we consume mixes with bacteria on our teeth to create acid which in turn attacks the protective enamel coating on teeth. The more often sweet food and drink is consumed the higher the...
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Don’t let fear rule your dental health
If you or someone you know becomes fearful, anxious or distressed at dental appointments then our conscious sedation options might be the answer. Our range of sedation options includes: nitrous oxide, midazolam, general anaesthetics, and we also now offer in-chair...
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Is your private health fund working for you?
Are you dissatisfied with the rebate your private health fund gives you on your dental treatments? This appears to be a common complaint and in response the Australian Dental Association (ADA) has launched a campaign aiming to bring about positive change for your...
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The Beauty of Phi
In the science of dento-facial aesthetics, the symmetry of facial features is measured by Phi, a mathematical approach bringing proportion and harmony to features. Phi is referred to as the Divine, or Golden, Proportion:1 to 1.618, and dentists are most familiar with...
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Child Dental Benefit Scheme
What is the Child Dental Benefit Scheme & is your child eligible?
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Dental Sleep Medicine
Is snoring keeping you from a good night’s sleep? Do you think you might suffer from sleep apnoea?
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What is dento-facial aesthetics?
The term dento-facial aesthetics refers to a combined treatment approach that aims to bring balance to the dental and facial aspects of your smile.
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