One thing you may not be fully aware of is that any time you have a dental exam, we at Dentistry on Coolum complete an oral cancer and oral pathology exam and assessment! Oral Cancer Exam The oral cancer exam that we do at Dentistry on Coolum involves a comprehensive exam of your head and […]
READ MOREWe Are Open – Many COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted
We are open to see your smile! We can see you all now from 26 April 2020! The government along with the Australian Dental Association have announced they will be easing dental restrictions from level 3 down to a level 2 as of April 26th. This means we will be able to attend to a […]
READ MORE5 Ways to Protect your Teeth in Self-Isolation!
Enjoy Life and Protect your Teeth During COVID-19 The COVID-19 has had an unprecedented effect on our daily lives. Whether we like it or not, it’s allowing us to spend A LOT more time at home than we normally would. I am certainly getting the hang of the ‘social distancing’ and ‘self-isolation’ techniques however I […]
READ MOREDentist Covid-19 Coolum Beach
Emergency Dental Treatment During Coronavirus COVID-19 Hello to our valued patients of Dentistry On Coolum, At Dentistry On Coolum, our main goal has always been to protect the health of our patients, our team, and our community. In light of the COVID-19, we have made a few changes to our operations to combat the pandemic […]
READ MOREWisdom Tooth Pain?
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Teeth Wisdom teeth and wisdom tooth pain doesn’t always have to be the ‘doom and gloom’ repertoire that it has developed in the modern era. They were in fact useful tools that helped our ancestors chew and eat. They are the third set of molars that commonly develop […]
READ MOREComposite vs Ceramic
When your tooth needs a restoration due to a cavity or fracture, the dentist is always considering the different types of materials which may be used to restore your tooth and trying to select one that is right for your specific situation. There are a few factors to consider and things for you to keep […]
READ MOREIs Your Child Teething?
What you need to know. Teething can be an uncomfortable time for both, you and the baby! The experience varies from child to child however the more you know the more prepared you can be so we have in this article answered questions that parents ask concerning teething such as “When Do Children Start Teething?”, […]
READ MOREShould you Replace Missing Teeth?
In order to make an informed decision on whether or not to replace missing teeth, we first need to understand and identify the functions of teeth. Types of Teeth We all have 4 types of teeth: Molars:- These are your ‘back teeth’ Molars are the largest of the teeth. They have a large biting surface […]
READ MOREIs Tooth-Brushing Alone Enough?
The Importance of Good Oral Health Care! We all know the importance of maintaining good oral health care. It seems the older we get, the better we understand the negative consequences of not sticking to a healthy routine. Such consequences can include tooth decay, gum disease, bad breath and even tooth loss. If you have […]
READ MOREHow Can I Tell if I Have Gum Disease?
What is Gum Disease? Early gum disease or gingivitis occurs when there is a build up of plaque between the teeth and the gums. This often results in irritation of the gums causing inflammation and sometimes infections. Advanced gum disease or periodontitis is when the gingivitis is left untreated allowing the condition to worsen. If […]
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