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Are you always conscious of the smell of your breath? You're not alone. As many as one in three people suffer from bad breath (halitosis) according to the Australian Dental Association, and it can have a number of possible causes. To banish bad breath, you first need to understand why it's happening.....
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Orthodontics isn't just for the young. Australian adults of all ages are now choosing to straighten their smiles, especially following the development of more discreet and comfortable treatments such as hidden braces and clear aligners. If you want to straighten crooked, crowded or protruding teeth.....
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TMJ pain is a common complaint that's estimated to affect almost a quarter of Australians. This pain may be experienced in the temporomandibular (TMJ) joints that connect the jaw to the skull and can spread to other areas of the jaw and face. TMJ pain can have many possible causes and it may be temp.....
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Everyone knows that brushing your teeth is important for keeping them healthy and preventing dental disease, but many people still treat flossing as an optional extra in their daily routine. Flossing reaches the parts of your mouth that toothbrushing can't. If you don't floss, up to half the surface.....
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If you want to straighten your teeth, but the thought of wearing braces is holding you back, Invisalign clear aligners could sound more appealing. Introduced more than 20 years ago, the Invisalign system has become a popular alternative to traditional braces for adults and older teens who prefer a m.....
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Can you imagine spending a single day without drinking coffee? If the answer is ‘no’, you’re quite likely a coffee addict. Whether as a morning routine or nightcap, coffee has become a beverage around which many of us form our daily habits. Besides the danger of developing a caffeine addiction, regu.....
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Most people don't put enough thought to picking out a toothbrush. When you pick a toothbrush based on the brand, colour or look, you are not considering what is arguably the most important factor. Bristle strength should be one of your top considerations. The common notion that picking a hard brush .....
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Regular tooth brushing is a primary oral care activity without which good and proper oral hygiene are not possible. While you probably understand the importance of utilising correct brushing techniques and protocols, you may not be aware of the other tips that will help to encourage your children in.....
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A dental implant can also be called an artificial tooth root. The titanium post is designed to hold a replacement tooth firmly in position, the same way a natural tooth root does. If you are missing one or more teeth due to injury or gum disease, a dental implant treatment offers a modern restorativ.....
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There are short-term as well as long-term effects to losing one’s teeth. Not only can missing teeth affect the appearance of your smile, it can hamper the normal functions of your teeth – anything from speech to chewing and biting. Missing teeth can also be frustrating and embarrassing. It can make .....
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