Here at Pimpama City Dental Centre, we keep up with the latest technology to ensure your treatment is as efficient, accurate and enjoyable as can be! Our brand new iTero scanner allows us to take 3D digital impressions of your teeth and bite to deliver you a more accurate and flexible treatment plan catering…
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Payment Plans
In this fast pace day and age payment plans can be used to elevate some of the stress caused by a possible emergency dental visit or long term dental treatment. Payment plans have become extremely common in day to day scenarios. A few of the most common include Afterpay Zip Pay Humm pay Open pay…
Do we Really Need to Floss?
The most forgotten step in our dental care routine, and maybe the most underestimated. Flossing helps with removing food and bacteria stuck in-between our teeth that daily brushing misses. Leaving the food and bacteria over time can lead to a few avoidable issues, such as bad breath, gum disease and can lead to decay. The…
Make the most of your private health insurance
The end of financial year is fast approaching and we want to ensure all our patients are getting the most from their private health insurance. Some health insurance benefits will expire on 30th of June 2022. This means you may lose any benefits you have left as they do not roll over to the new…
Bleeding Gums
Why do my gums bleed when I brush? Have you ever experienced bleeding of the gums after brushing or flossing? This could be a sign of underlying issues. These may include brushing too hard, gum disease (gingivitis) and hormone changes. Brushing too hard: Having an at home oral care routine is important for healthy gums…
What is a root canal treatment and do I need it?
A root canal involves the removal of the nerve from the tooth. Treatment is a simple procedure that involves 2-3 appointments, 60-90 minutes, 3-4 weeks apart. The first stages of the root canal involves removing the nerve, placing antibiotics and cleaning out the root canals. The final stage involves filling the canals and placing a…
Sugar Intake
As the New Year is in full swing it’s the perfect time to reconsider some of those naughty habits, and consider how they may affect your smile. Did you know a high sugar diet can increase your risk of tooth decay? Sugar feeds the bacteria living in plaque on the teeth, causing decay and gum…
Whiter Teeth for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day coming up, preparation is in full swing. If you have a special date night planned and want to look your best and add a bit of extra sparkle to smile, our teeth whitening options are just for you. Teeth whitening is a very popular method of boosting your self-confidence as it is…
Maximising your Health Insurance before the End of the Year
If your health insurance rolls over every calendar year, any unused benefits will be lost after December 31st. If you have any outstanding treatment now is the best time to get it finished to maximize on your remaining funds. Booking in now and then again in the New Year once your benefits renew will make…
Access Your Super for Dental Treatment
If you need dental implants or major dental work but have no idea how you’re going to pay for it, you could qualify for the Early Release of Superannuation. This has been made available to provide you with access to your funds when you need it most. Dental surgery involves numerous procedures, technologically advanced equipment…