Everything You Need to Know about Plaque
Plaque is something that is unavoidable as it naturally forms in the mouth. However, if not taken care of properly, it can be quite damaging to teeth and gums. Which is why we have dedicated an entire blog to everything you need to know about plaque build-up in your mouth. What is Plaque? Plaque is a colourless to pale yellow film that builds up on your teeth. It forms when saliva, food and fluids combine to produce bacteria deposits which slowly collect where your teeth and gum meet. In the BCM Oral Health journal, Dr Philip D. Marshall define [...]
Continue ReadingTips & Tricks on How to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth
Good dental hygiene habits really do go along way at making sure your teeth and gums stays clean and healthy. That is why it’s important to start these habits young. Parents play an important role in establishing a well-rounded dental hygiene routine for their children. Understandably, it can be really difficult getting a loud, excited, hyper little kid to stand still in front of the mirror twice a day. However, the Townsville Dentist has a bunch of handy tips that will help every parent struggling to get their kid to hold a toothbrush. Make [...]
Continue ReadingIs It Time to Invest in A Mouthguard?
There are many reasons why people consider getting a mouthguard, and many good reasons why they should. Whether it be due to the cost, the effort, or something else, people requiring one often forego getting it for too long, in the meantime leaving themselves vulnerable to just the kind of damages and injuries that a mouthguard could help prevent. Many people often mistake the cost of mouthguards, when it’s in fact quite a cost-effective, long-lasting investment. Townsville Dentist is here to give you the information you need about mouthguard [...]
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