5 Reasons You Should Wear A Sports Mouth Guard
Whether you’re the parent of a sports-playing child or a regular participant in competitive sports yourself, there’s no doubt that having an active lifestyle is a great thing. When it comes to playing sport, most of us understand the importance of safety and injury protection, which is why we wear helmets when cycling, shin guards […]
What Are the Stages of Tooth Decay?
You probably know that a dental cavity is a hole in one of your teeth. And you might also know that a cavity is the result of the process of tooth decay that happens over time. That’s why regular dental visits are a particularly important part of tooth decay prevention – if caught early, tooth decay can […]
Preventing Crooked Teeth In Children – Expert Tips
Many of us don’t realise just how much control we have over the alignment of our teeth, but the reality is that our dentin, bone and enamel are far less stable than we’d like to imagine. This is particularly true when it comes to children’s teeth because of the fact that they are consistently developing. […]
6 Common Dental Problems in Adults
When it comes to the modern world of dentistry, there is some good news – research shows that the number of teeth older Australians are retaining into old age seems to be increasing. However, the issue of oral health is not all smiles, because unfortunately as the time frame increases, so does the likelihood of […]
IV Sedation At The Dentist – What To Expect
Whether you have a sensitive gag reflex, require a surgical procedure or have simply had a bad dental experience in the past, then you know not all dental experiences are positive ones. But if need more than just a simple check up and don’t feel as though oral or inhalation sedation will be enough, then […]
What Causes Tooth Decay And How To Prevent It
What Is Tooth Decay? Also called cavities or caries, tooth decay is among the world’s most common health problems. Cavities are most prevalent in older adults, teenagers and children, however anyone can get them, including infants. Dental cavity formation is caused by permanently damaged areas in the hard surfaces of your teeth developing into tiny […]
Top 6 Common Dental Myths
Some of us don’t look forward to visiting the dentist, regardless of whether we are aware of the long-term benefits or not. So with all the unnecessary anxiety surrounding dentists and dental health, it’s not surprising that myths about oral health continue to circulate in our society. However, many of these are totally unfounded. But […]
Is Bad breath effecting your life?
Halitosis aka Bad Breath Unfortunately we have all experienced at one time or another or been a victim of catching a whiff of bad breath. We’ve all been there and no matter how many of us have shared this ‘lovely’ experience, it does not make it any less embarrassing. So here are some important tips to help […]
How To Prevent Tooth Decay | Dental Plaque vs Tartar
Preventing tooth decay is essential for good oral health. In fact, plaque can steadily erode the enamel of your teeth, creating unpleasant surprises such as cavities and tooth decay. This article explores the differences between tartar vs plaque, the symptoms of each condition, their causes, how to remove plaque and tartar from teeth, and the […]
COVID-19
At Australia Dental Clontarf our Dentists take the safety of our patients, our staff and their families very seriously. We follow ADA (Australian Dental Association) Guidelines for infection control, which includes minimising the risk of transmitting viruses including COVID-19. As the Australian government acknowledges dental practices as an essential service, we would like to inform […]
