Top 3 Reasons Why People Avoid the Dentist
So, you haven’t been to the dentist for a while? You’re not alone in your reasons for avoiding the dentist. From chatting to our wonderful patients at Whitehorse Dental, we find that some of our first-time visitors have left years, sometimes even decades since their last visit to any dentist! A big part of our …
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The Problem of Tooth Decay in Kids School Lunchboxes
The daily school lunch box is proving to be a prime culprit for children’s tooth decay. Worrying stats reveal that a staggering number of kids are being sent to hospital for preventable dental conditions. A recent news report from the Sydney Morning Herald shows that more than 100 children a week are having multiple rotting …
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5 Reasons Why it’s Wise to Get Wisdom Teeth Removed
Nobody wants to hear that they need dental surgery. Even the bravest of souls feel inconvenienced by the recovery time and cost that comes with getting work done. If you’re anxious about surgery, dentists or doctors, then fear of the procedure also plays a huge role in your willingness to get the dental work that …
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5 Tips to Keep your Mouth Healthy Between Meals
Food. It’s not just a way to nourish your body and gain energy; food has turned into an art form. It’s a way of connecting with others. A source of happiness and good feelings. A way of life, if you will. However, food is not always a good thing. Sometimes, food can make your breath …
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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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Most dentists around the world recommend your little one should have their first check up around their second birthday. At that age, the child has all their baby teeth and it’s a great time to start building good habits. That way, they grow up with minimal dental problems. In truth, a child’s first visit to …
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5 Tips on How to Find the Best Dentist in Blackburn
If you’re seeking a dentist in Blackburn, you’ve come to the right place. It can be hard to find the right dentist to choose from, with so many options available. We’re here to help. To find the best dentist for you, whatever your needs are, follow these six simple steps. Go for a Dentist with …
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Activated Charcoal Toothpaste are Terrible for Teeth
Activated charcoal has become a very popular ingredient in health products over recent years. We’ve noticed a huge interest in using activated charcoal in toothpaste, and as dental health professionals, we’re quite frankly not fans. We strongly advise against the use of activated charcoal toothpaste. In this article, we’ll take the time to explain exactly …
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Babies + Bacteria: parents set your kids up for a lifetime of healthy teeth
Parents play a vital role in helping their kids every day to brush and take care of their teeth. But it’s little known, that parents can make a huge impact on children’s teeth by taking better care of their own teeth! While parents tend to focus heavily on a healthy diet care for children’s teeth, …
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