3 Dental Lessons from Remote Communities
Have you ever wondered what dentistry is like in other parts of the world? It may surprise you, even in the most remote communities, adults and children experience similar dental problems. In 2011, I had the opportunity to do volunteer dentistry work at a clinic in remote Cambodia. I went with a not-for-profit organisation called …
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Why Are My Teeth Breaking? Causes, Types, Treatments & Long-Term Solutions
At Whitehorse Dental in Blackburn, we understand how frustrating and limiting brittle, breaking teeth can be. Constant trips to the dentist for repairs can take a toll on your time, budget, and peace of mind. Living with the daily fear of cracking a tooth can even stop you from enjoying your favourite foods. But you …
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FAQs: Fluoride Toothpaste vs. Fluoride-Free Toothpaste
These days, it seems that there is always a new health trend sweeping across the globe, bombarding everyone on social media and making headlines in the news. Whether it’s a new fad diet, hair treatment or life hack, there’s always something new to try to improve your life. Often, these tips are hotly debated, like …
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Waterpiks & Air Flossers – Do They Work?
At Whitehorse Dental we see many weird and wonderful alternatives to dental care. Today, we’re looking at waterpiks and air flossers! In our daily dentist practice, we see many patients trying out alternate solutions to brushing, toothpaste and teeth whitening. Unfortunately, many have terrible results for teeth. These products are often pedaled as convenient, organic …
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The Truth About Teeth Whitening: What Works And What Doesn’t
Over time it’s natural for teeth to start losing their shiny white brightness. Just like your favourite pair of white jeans, it’s not an unhealthy sign of neglect. Rather just an aesthetic fading of our teeth colour with wear over time. While it’s not an essential part of your healthy dental care, returning your pearly …
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Good News! Coffee Isn’t Bad For Your Teeth
For many Australians, the day doesn’t truly begin without a cup of coffee. But if you’ve ever wondered whether your daily caffeine habit is harming your teeth, you’re not alone. With coffee being the staple that it is, it’s important for us to know how it affects our teeth. While it is commonly associated with …
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Love your tooth enamel: 3 Simple Ways to Prevent Enamel Erosion and Tooth Decay
A lot of things we like to eat and drink have an acidic nature This isn’t just the bad stuff, like soft drinks and energy drinks. The list also includes fruit, juices, (even freshly squeezed juices), citrus, lemon and wine. Enamel wear occurs as a result of exposing our teeth to an acidic environment. This …
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Why Apple Cider Vinegar is Bad For Your Teeth
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is often promoted online as a natural remedy for a wide range of health concerns. In recent years, it has also been suggested as a DIY method for cleaning or whitening teeth. However, despite its popularity, using apple cider vinegar on teeth is not supported by dental scientific evidence and can …
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Dental X-Rays – Are They Necessary?
A lot of times dental problems don’t have any critical signs or symptoms, so without any obvious pain or discomfort, it’s easy for us all to assume that nothing is wrong. The reason for this is because a lot of crucial information is in areas like the bone underneath the gum and in-between the teeth …
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5 Quick Tips on How to Brush Your Teeth Like a Dental Professional
Teeth brushing, we’ve spent everyday of our lives doing it (we hope!). On the Whitehorse Dental blog, we have 5 quick tips for you to maximise the effectiveness of your daily brushing routine. Stop brushing too hard or too frequently Your teeth have a protective hard outside layer on it called enamel. This layer does a really …
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