It’s Easter time! For most of us, that means hot cross buns, Easter eggs, a long weekend and time with family and friends. While the time off and quality time spent with loved ones is always welcomed, the impacts of all that sugar on our teeth (and waist lines) is not so much!

As we approach the end of another year, it's time for us to take a moment and reflect on all the things we're grateful for. And at Clarence Dental, there's one group of people we're especially grateful for – our patients!

While most of us enjoy an ‘adult’ beverage now and then, it is important to be aware of the significant impact that alcohol consumption can have on our oral health. At this time of year when the weather is warming up and the party season is on its way, it’s a great time to consider your options and look after yourself!

Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for children, with costumes, parties and treats in abundance. Unfortunately, this is also a time of year when excess sugar consumption can lead to tooth decay and other oral health problems.

Good oral health is a critical component of overall health and well-being, and National Nutrition Week provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of oral hygiene and the role nutrition plays in maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

Clinically, we have seen an increasing number of patients presenting with evidence of habitual bruxing. So what is it and is there anything you can do about it?

Research is increasingly revealing a surprising and complex connection between oral health and neurodegenerative conditions. Neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, are characterized by the gradual loss of nerve cells and cognitive functions. In this blog, we explore the link between oral health and neurodegenerative conditions

When we think about oral health, we often picture a dazzling smile, but as we have discovered time and again throughout our blog series on the Mind Body Mouth Connection, it's time to recognise that our mouths play a profound role in our overall well-being. Strong evidence shows a connection between oral health and atherogenic cardiovascular disease.

While expectant mothers focus on a healthy diet and regular prenatal check-ups, one crucial aspect often goes overlooked – oral health. Maintaining good oral hygiene during plays a significant role in preventing adverse pregnancy outcomes. Changes that occur during pregnancy can affect oral health, and likewise, oral health can influence the overall health of both the mother and the developing baby.

Recent research has uncovered a compelling link between oral health and lung conditions, shedding light on how the health of our mouth can impact our respiratory system. With 11% of Australians suffering from asthma and COPD the 4th leading cause of disease burden in the country, the relevance of this connection cannot be understated.

It is essential to recognize that oral health is not isolated from the rest of the body, as emerging evidence sheds light on the profound connection between oral health and gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease

An intricate two-way association exists between diabetes and oral health, where one impacts the other. Diabetes, whether type 1 or type 2, affects the body's ability to regulate blood sugar levels. There is strong evidence to suggest that the chronic elevation of blood sugar can have significant repercussions on oral health.

Maintaining your smile is not only important for cosmetic reasons but also for overall health. Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious health problems such as gum disease, tooth decay and even heart disease.

The rising incidence of vaping, particularly amongst our teens and young adults has been gaining a lot of attention in the media lately. While debate rages over many aspects of vaping – from use as a smoking cessation tool to it’s use as a gateway to smoking - the impacts on oral health are starting to become apparent.

There is just so much to learn when you have a baby! From feeding, sleeping and teething and everything in between, it’s a lot to take in! Setting your child up for a lifetime of excellent oral health starts from day one, and armed with the right advice, it needn’t be a headache.

It’s Easter time! For most of us, that means hot cross buns, Easter eggs, a long weekend and time with family and friends. While the time off and quality time spent with loved ones is always welcomed, the impacts of all that sugar on our teeth (and waist lines) is not so much!

Custom made sports mouthguards provide a much higher level of protection and comfort than the over the counter variety, making them the preferred choice for athletes at all levels. In this blog, we'll explore the reasons why custom made mouthguards are a better choice.

It came as a shock to many of us when Aussie singing icon, John Farnham, was diagnosed in 2022 with an oral cancer requiring extensive surgery. Unfortunately, with or without a history of smoking, oral cancers are indeed something we need to be aware of and take steps to monitor for.

Wisdom teeth can be such a pain! It's a rite of passage that most young people go through. Here we cover some of your questions around what to do when wisdom teeth become a problem, and your options for treatment.

It’s that time of year again, when all that Christmas cheer is upon us! Unfortunately, all that Christmas spirit can lead to some unwanted effects on our oral health, so here’s a couple of gentle reminders to keep up your sleeve during the festive season.