It happens. There’s that moment when you’re chewing something and you start to question. What’s that? What’s that big hard thing in my food? And then you manage to spit out whatever it is (discreetly, because you can be sure it will happen at a meal when good manners matter). And, sure enough, you know…
Acidic drinks are loved by many but can have damaging effects in your teeth if consumed regularly. A drink’s acidity level is determined by how much acid it contains from citrus or other additives. Enamel is the strong outer layer that protects your teeth. Acidic drinks can wear enamel down, weakening it and causing long-term…
The age old discussion on fluoride and how it is beneficial to our oral health. You may have heard it mentioned at your routine dental appointment, but it is not a medication, it is a mineral. It is found all around us, in sea water, soil and some foods but not in a high enough…
Teeth grinding affects both adults and children, in fact studies show 1 in 20 adults and 3 in 10 children are affected by teeth grinding. We call this condition Bruxism, and if it is left undiagnosed and untreated it can cause long term tooth and jaw damage. Most of the teeth grinding and clenching occurs…
Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking up more and more space on grocery store shelves. These drinks promise to jump-start your day, give you more energy and make you feel more alert. However, they also do a lot more than that. They also do a good job of stripping your teeth of enamel….
Do you avoid drinking hot beverages or eating cold food because of sensitivity? If you answered yes, then it may be the time to let the friendly team at our Dental Clinic Pimpama get to the bottom of this painful condition. Research published in the Australia Dental Journal suggests that 1 in 5 dental visits…