If you are older or ask your parents, you’ll find female dentists were relatively rare but thankfully, times have changed! Nowadays, the numbers of women entering the profession have increased exponentially, and more than half of dentists aged under 35 are female in many parts of the world. As March 8th is International Women’s Day, we […] Read more
If you have a child who is eligible for Medicare, they can receive dental care through public dental services. However, some kids may qualify for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS)if their family also qualifies for Family Tax Benefit Part A, or if they receive a specific payment from the Australian government. This gives eligible […] Read more
If you have a budding athlete in your family, you’ll almost certainly want to encourage them because sports are such a great way to be healthy and active. However, lots of sports, including contact and non-contact sports carry the risk of a blow to the mouth. A dental injury can be upsetting and expensive too, […] Read more
On the 30th March, Earth Hour takes place between 8:30 and 9:30pm local time, and it’s the ideal moment to think about our environment. Organised by the World Wide Fund for Nature, it’s especially poignant here in Australia because we have some the world’s most beautiful and iconic wildlife and landscapes. Unfortunately, our biodiversity is […] Read more
Regular dental cleanings at your dentist are such an essential part of your preventative dental care plan. During these appointments our hygienist here at New Age Dental will carefully scale your teeth, removing any build-up of calcified plaque, called calculus or tartar. Removing this substance is important for maintaining good gum health, but did you […] Read more
Everybody knows you need a good diet to remain strong and healthy, but did you realise that chewing your food is crucial for good health? Chewing your food breaks it down, increasing the surface area of the food, exposing it to saliva that contains essential enzymes, helping to begin the process of digestion. Listed below […] Read more
Teeth grinding can sound horrible, and a child might grind their teeth during sleep if they have a small airway. When a child’s airway is too small, it prevents them from reaching the deepest stages of sleep, which is essential for their growth and development. To resolve this problem, schedule a dental examination for your […] Read more
The New Year fast approaching and most private health insurance dental benefits expire on the 31st December. Unfortunately, most health funds do not allow rollover of benefits – they take a USE IT OR LOSE IT APPROACH. It is essential that if you have any required treatment that they are booked in and completed before […] Read more
Ideally, we suggest you visit New Age Dental every six months for a regular dental examination and hygiene appointment. These visits are crucial for good dental health as our dentist will check your mouth for any signs of tooth decay or gum disease. Every tooth is carefully assessed for signs of lesions that could indicate […] Read more
The foods you eat will influence your general health and can have a massive effect on oral health too! Luckily, many of the foods that can help your dental health are delicious and are easily incorporated into a healthy diet. Avocado Avocado contains a prebiotic fibre that promotes healthy digestion, feeding the probiotic bacteria in […] Read more
