What are fissure sealants? So you’ve taken your child to the dentist and the dentist has recommended sealants. What are sealants and why do they need them? WHY? All teeth come in varying shapes and sizes. At times, the adult tooth can form with a lot of grooves and ditches. When a new adult tooth […]
READ MORESensitive Teeth?
The root cause of sensitive teeth is when there is enamel wear which then exposes the inside layer of the tooth called ‘dentine’. The enamel is like a shield and the ‘dentine’ makes up the majority of the tooth on the inside. Dentine can feel cold sensitivity quite sharply. TOP 5 reasons where your teeth […]
READ MOREWisdom Teeth – the most hated teeth in the mouth?
If there was a tooth popularity test, the wisdom tooth would come last. Sadly for them they have received a very bad reputation over the years. They push and shove their way into the mouth sometimes and that could be why! Wisdom teeth are so named because they tend to erupt when you are in […]
READ MOREWhy does my breath stink (bad breath)?
There are a few reasons as to why our patients find their breath smells. Read our quick tips below to help with your bad breath! Not cleaning them properly Make sure you brush 2x day and floss daily to ensure there is minimal plaque and food buildup (remember to brush your tongue as well!) You […]
READ MORETop 5 Tips to Prevent Cavities!
We promise they are all easy tips to follow! 1) Brush 2 x a day. You would think everyone knows this already but sadly not everyone does it! Brushing for a full 2 minutes every morning (as soon as you wake up) and every night (no eating after brushing at night!) 2) Flossing! This is […]
READ MOREFluoride – Friend or Foe?
Fluoride has been a topic of debate for as long as anyone can remember. It has also been a very emotive issue. What most people don’t realise is that fluoride is a naturally occurring element and is present all around us. Some things that contain Fluoride: Air Water (even without addition of fluoride, there are […]
READ MOREMedicare Child Dental Benefits Scheme
Just a gentle reminder to all our patients to check with us whether your kids are eligible for the Medicare Child Dental Benefits Scheme. All we need is their Medicare Card number, Reference and Name and we can check this online for you! If they are eligible, they will have up to $1,000 […]
READ MOREWhen can I start Orthodontics (Braces) for my kids? [Early Braces]
It’s time for the school holidays soon. Have you started noticing that kids are getting braces and plates younger and younger than when you were at school. Why is this? There is a big push towards early intervention orthodontic treatment. Lots of fancy words but it essentially means that when kids have problems with crowding/bite […]
READ MOREWhiter smiles for Summer! (Teeth Whitening)
Well summer is finally here! Summer is the best time to flash your pearly white smile for those weddings, birthdays or events that everyone seems to be having! Here at Dental at Keys, we offer take-home and in-chair whitening. What’s the difference? The in-chair bleach hass a much stronger concentration and is perfect if you’ve […]
READ MORELittle Snorers
Do your kids snore? Watch a short clip below to find out more on how snoring and the lack of good sleep can affect your child’s health! If you are worried about the poor sleep/snoring or possibility that your child may have any of the issues outlined in the video – please feel free to […]
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