Broken Teeth: Options for Repair and Restoration
A broken tooth can be a painful and unsightly experience, but the good news is that there are several options available for restoring the tooth to its original state. Here are some of the most common ways to restore a broken tooth.
Oral Health: Our focus this National Nutrition Week.
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.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD): Understanding the Symptoms and Treatment Options
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects your jawbone to your skull and allows you to talk, chew, and yawn. If you experience pain or discomfort in this area, you may have temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). Here's what you need to know about TMD and how to find relief.
Caring For Our Gums and Longterm Oral Health
Dental Health Week 2024 - Caring for our gums
Understanding Periodontitis: The Common Dental Issue You Should Know About
Dental Health Week 2024 - Understanding Periodontal Disease
Understanding the Link Between Diabetes and Gum Disease
Dental Health Week 2024 - Understanding the link between diabetes and gum disease
The Silent Threat: Understanding Gum Disease
Dental Health Week 2024 - The Silent Threat: Understanding Gum Disease
Oral Health During Pregnancy: Why It Matters for Mum and Baby
Pregnancy is a time of great change and growth, both for you and your developing baby. During this special time, it's important to pay attention to your oral health, as neglecting it can have serious consequences for both you and your baby. Here's what you need to know about maintaining good oral health during pregnancy.
Happy Easter!
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!
Merry Christmas 2023!
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!
Alcohol and your Oral Health
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 underway, it’s a great time to consider your options and look after yourself!
A Dentist’s Guide to a Fun and Healthy Halloween
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.
Oral Health: Our focus this National Nutrition Week.
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.
Bruxism - on the rise?
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?
Oral Health and Neurodegenerative Conditions
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
Oral Health and Heart Disease
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.
The Vital Link Between Oral Health and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
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.
The Surprising Connection Between Oral Health and Lung Conditions
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.