Cool truths about the tooth
Monday, 16 October 2017
Some impressive tooth facts here. Please note we don’t endorse #8! #6 is also worrying. Be sure to contact us if you have any concerns about your teeth.
- Published in Dental Tips
What is a dental implant?
Tuesday, 11 April 2017
The diagram below shows how a dental implant is used in place of a natural tooth.
- Published in Dental Implants Brisbane, Dental Implants Sunshine Coast
The Sound of Periondontitis
Tuesday, 09 June 2015
THIS FILM, first shown at Europerio 8, was a collaboration between the British Society of Periodontology and the British Society for Dental Hygiene and Therapy and led by UCL Eastman Dental Institute with support from the UCL Public Engagement Unit. Please view the film ‘The Sound of Periodontitis’ and complete the very brief survey at
- Published in Periodontist Brisbane, Periodontist Sunshine Coast
7 Worst Foods For Your Teeth
Saturday, 11 April 2015
Source: Huff Post Want a healthy smile for life? Cut out or reduce your consumption of the worst foods for your teeth: Ice For some people, part of the fun of a cold, iced beverage is crunching through the cubes once the drink is done. But dentists say chewing ice is a big no-no. “You’d
- Published in Dental Health, Dental Tips
Periodontal disease linked to increased risk of kidney disease
Friday, 14 November 2014
In a study of African Americans with normal kidney function, those with severe periodontal disease developed chronic kidney disease (CKD) at 4 times the rate of those without severe periodontal disease. The study that will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2014. Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection of the oral cavity, and it
- Published in Periodontics Brisbane
Periodontal treatment and the diabetic patient
Tuesday, 22 July 2014
Article by Dr John Carrigy MDSc (Melb), BDS (Syd) Hons, MRACDS (Perio) DOWNLOAD: Dr John Carrigy Periodontist Talk Notes TAKE HOME POINTS The treatment of Periodontitis follows a set path of clinical action. These “phases” of treatment may differ in their name and number – but the goals of each step are almost universally accepted :
- Published in Latest News, Periodontics Brisbane
Treating gum disease improves heart health
Wednesday, 09 July 2014
A simple non-surgical gum disease treatment markedly reduces the thickness of the wall of the arteries, a risk factor for heart disease, according to a first of its kind study among Aboriginal Australians. The study findings may be of particular importance to Aboriginal Australians, who in general have poorer oral health and higher rates of
- Published in Latest News
Periodontal disease associated with cardiovascular risk
Monday, 09 June 2014
Periodontal disorders such as tooth loss and gingivitis have been identified as a potential risk marker for cardiovascular disease in a large study reported April 9, 2014. More than 15,000 patients with chronic coronary heart disease provided information on their dental health, with results showing that indicators of periodontal disease (fewer remaining teeth, gum bleeding) were common in this
- Published in Latest News, Periodontics Brisbane
What smoking does to your teeth
Monday, 12 May 2014
Smoking tends to disguise the damage taking place to teeth and gums. Usually infected gums are red, puffy and bleed easily when they are brushed. Smokers’ gums are not like this – they are pale and thin and do not bleed readily. The nicotine contracts blood vessels, reducing the blood flow to the gum and bone.
- Published in Dental Tips
Dental implants vs. other treatments
Thursday, 09 January 2014
SOURCE: American Academy of Implant Dentistry Why are dental implants often the first choice and a standard of care compared to other options to restore missing or damaged teeth? Next best thing to healthy, natural teeth. Strong and stable, a dental implant restores a lost tooth so that it looks, feels, fits and functions like
- Published in Dental Implants Brisbane
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