Do you notice any pain in your teeth? Perhaps eating some of your favourite foods feels sensitive, and you've started to use one side of your teeth instead of all of them. Noting the signs and symptoms of infection or damage to teeth and gums is the first step in getting help. While not every painful tooth requires extraction, getting ...
You’ve probably heard your dentist harp on about saliva as if it is liquid gold, and shows concerns when you have dry mouth. This is because saliva has many qualities that protect our mouth.
Saliva is derived from blood and like blood, it helps build and maintain the health of our teeth, gums and soft tissues of the mouth. ...
Do you experience sharp temporary pain when you eat, drink or clean your teeth? If yes then you may have sensitive teeth typically due to worn enamel or exposed tooth roots. Let your dentist know if you experience tooth sensitivity on a regular basis as it is important that they rule out potential underlying causes of your pain such ...
As a mother of two very determined kids, I understand that brushing and flossing our children’s teeth can at times be a mammoth task. At the beginning it involved screaming, kicking, a little begging and bribery, small threats and two parents teaming up against our toddler. Fortunately these days it is just something that we do. Bodhi enjoys it ...
The most common condition that causes our gums to bleed is called Gingivitis. Most adults would have experienced gum bleeding at some point in their life when flossing or brushing. Although it is a common occurrence and is usually painless, consistent bleeding of the gums should never be ignored because it is a warning sign for a much ...
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Dental practices in Queensland have been providing essential care to our communities under different levels of restrictions depending on the current risks. Receiving dental care promptly is essential for optimal outcomes and for maintaining good general health,
Please read the following information to prepare yourselves for your next dental visit with us.
Mandatory pre-appointment covid-19 ...
First and foremost, remember that toothpastes are an adjunct to tooth brushing and flossing. The goal is to mechanically remove plaque and food debris from our teeth, so essentially we can do this without the use of any toothpaste. In saying that, it is better to use toothpaste as it contains some added benefits.
It can be confusing choosing a ...
Since 2016 we have been a proud member of B1G1 - Business for Good. Along with some other amazing businesses worldwide, we have committed to creating a world full of giving. We do this by giving to a worthy cause every time a patient visits us for their dental appointment. B1G1 helps us embed giving into our everyday activities. ...
It’s December! That time of the year when we start to wrap up major projects and look forward to gatherings of friends and family. As the festivities begin, food and drinks flowing, holiday bags packed and our healthy habits get left behind, our teeth health may suffer. Here are some tips we can keep in mind during this time of ...
Root canal therapy seems to be the most dreaded procedure in dentistry, even for someone who doesn't know what it involves. So, it's important to know that if care is taken, it is usually no more difficult or painful than other dental procedures.
In fact, the beginning of root canal therapy is what dentists do to alleviate a patient from a ...
Dear friends,
Health is love.
The beginning of health is love. When we love someone, we give care to that person. We take any actions that are required to protect that person. So if that person that you love is you, would you take any actions for yourself?
Our health is our own responsibility. Our mind and body are connected. How we think ...
Most people only think about going to the dentist when they experience pain, a tooth breaks in the middle of a meal, or have another type of dental emergency.
An unexpected accident or injury usually happens in the most inconvenient times. Many people book the earliest appointment with a dentist they have never met or know anything about.
Finding the right ...
The active ingredients in most teeth whitening systems are hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Both are safe and effective at whitening teeth.
Before embarking on any teeth whitening journey, the most important thing is to get the ‘A-ok’ from your dentist. Ask your dentist to check your teeth and gum health before proceeding to ensure that your gums and teeth will ...
Feeling anxious at the dentist is a common emotion. I feel anxious when I am a patient at the dental office, even though I am a dentist myself and I know I have nothing to be fearful about.
The emotions that arise, and how we react to different situations are influenced by many factors such as past experiences, our upbringing, general ...
In Queensland, dental practices are currently operating under level 1 restrictions. This means that we can provide our full range of services, provided that our patients meet the criteria for being ‘low risk’ of having contracted/being exposed to COVID-19.
Please phone us on 3846 2002 to reschedule your appointment to a later date if:
Everything that we eat and drink can have a major effect on our dental health. That is why reducing our consumption of sugary food and drinks can reduce our risk of developing tooth decay.
6 simple tips:
Dear friends,
It is with great joy that we can share with you our return to full operation, albeit under level 1 restrictions. This means that we can assist you with all of your dental needs. Active Maintenance appointments can now return as scheduled, and all deferred treatments can be resumed.
We will defer non-urgent dental treatment for patients who meet epidemiological ...
Dear friends,
As of Monday 27th April, dental practices in Australia will be operating under level 2 restrictions, enabling the resumption of many routine dental procedures. This means that if you have any dental concerns, we can safely address the issues promptly. Under level 2 restrictions we are able to return to:
At Be Well Dental, we are taking all the necessary precautions to ensure the safety and well being of our patients and team. Under level 2 restrictions, please observe the followings:
Dear friends,
For years, Be Well Dental has opened our hearts and minds to welcome you into our clinic for healing and for connection. Today, we will be temporarily closing our doors to keep you, our families and our communities safe.
As the surreal nature of all that is happening around us settles in. We meditate on the Buddhist notion: “without suffering, ...
We would like to thank you for your support throughout the year and to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas, and a healthy and happy new year.
We wish to advise that we will be closed from Tuesday 24th of December 2019
and will reopen at 8 am on Monday 6th of January 2020.
During this period our team ...
Replacing a lost tooth isn’t as difficult to manage as it was in the past. Today, there are various options that a person can choose if they happen to lose a tooth due to an accident, dental fractures or tooth decay. Three of the most common solutions that are available are dental implants, dental bridge and dentures. However, the choice ...
A trip to the dentist can be a stressful, or even frightening, experience for some people. Dental anxiety can stem from various reasons; a traumatic experience to the dentist in the past or a psychological condition that triggers a fear response are just some examples of why people dread going to the dentist.
This type of fear isn’t uncommon either. A ...
A bright smile is always refreshing since it exudes self-confidence and happiness. However, there are some who, even though they have healthy teeth and gums, find it hard to smile. There’s just something that prevents them from fully expressing their smiles. It may be due to discoloured, misaligned or missing teeth or something else that they find less than satisfied ...
Even the most diligent of people forget to brush or floss their teeth from time to time. But if you haven’t been getting regular check-ups with your dentist, you’re at risk for some serious dental health issues. You may end up with mouth sores, suffer from inflamed gums, or even lose a tooth due to infection or decay. If you’re ...
In today’s society, many people consider straight teeth to be essential for a beautiful and confident smile. But if you have a misaligned bite or a crooked tooth, it can be hard not to feel self-conscious about how you look. Fortunately, there are quite a number of affordable and effective options available to solve those kinds of dental issues. Braces ...
Sometimes, you can’t help but lose a tooth by accident, no matter how careful you try to be. It could happen on a completely average day, such as by eating hard food or getting hit in the mouth while playing a sport. In many cases, though, most people lose their teeth because they’ve neglected to maintain good oral hygiene. If ...
Has it ever occurred to you what it is really like to have gum disease? You might already be aware of the fact that poor oral hygiene can have a significant impact on the health of a person’s gums. However, there are also risk factors that you might want to know about. Read on to find out what they are.
They say you are what you eat. Are you too sweet?
We are told to eat well but how exactly do we do that? Bombarded with so many different messages, trying to find answers can be simply exhausting.
Fats and calories have been on the radar for some time now but more recently, the spotlight has turned to sugars in our diets ...
In adults, approximately 20% of people will snore at some stage in their lifetime. Snoring itself, apart from the social problems is not a cause for medical concern. However, snoring can be an indicator of a serious underlying condition also known as Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). This can happen if there is a collapse of your airway, which interrupts breathing and ...
Both parents and dentists play important roles in making a child’s dental appointment a positive experience.
Keep in mind that it may be perfectly normal for children to be a little anxious or fearful. Some may be afraid of strangers or the unknown, others are afraid they may be harmed. A dentist who treats children will know how to cope with ...
Dental x-rays help dentists diagnose common problems such as cavities, gum disease and infections. X-rays can allow dentists to see inside teeth and also the supporting structures that surround them. Without them, diseases could go unchecked and treatment would begin later, leading to more complications such as pain and the possible loss of teeth.
The X-rays used in dental office emit ...
Christmas is just around the corner and most of us have already begun celebrating the festive season with work functions, family gatherings and various social events. It is not hard during this time of the year to overindulge in cake, chocolate, cocktails and other goodies. Some of us may feel slight guilt about how this may affect our general health ...