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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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?
We all know that regular brushing goes a long way towards cavity prevention and good oral health care. Brushing alone, however, isn’t 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 […]
READ MOREHow Can I Tell if I Have Gum Disease?
Gum disease is quite common, but it can be serious if it is left untreated. In this article we explore what exactly is gum disease, the signs and symptoms to look out for, and treatments for gum disease. What is Gum Disease? Early gum disease or gingivitis occurs when there is a build up of […]
READ MOREGetting a Dental Crown? Here’s what you need to know
What is a dental crown A dental crown is a common type of dental restoration that covers an existing tooth that has been damaged or broken. Reasons you may need a dental crown include: Your tooth is weak Heavily filled Cracked Worn from grinding Stained or discoloured To improve the shape and strength of the […]
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