Why Do I have tooth discolouration?
Not everybody can have perfectly white teeth without a bit of “dental magic”. People are born with varying shades of white, depending on their individual genetic makeup. Sometimes, having a more yellowish or a light brown tooth colour can’t be blamed on poor dental hygiene. There are a number of…
Healthy Teeth For Life!
At Redlands Gentle Dental, we are firm believers in oral health care throughout your life, from your very first baby tooth. Teaching your children about the importance of oral health and good hygiene habits from the start has the possibility to spark a change in the health of the next…
How to avoid gum disease
Letting gum disease develop and damage your teeth can have long term effects and create large medical bills Gum disease affects everyone at some time during their life. It can cause long lasting damage and yet most people don’t even realise they are affected by it. Like many conditions, early…
Why replace missing teeth?
When you have missing teeth, it’s not just your smile’s appearance that is affected; oral health issues can quickly arise when a tooth is missing. On the surface level, missing teeth can affect eating, talking and may be unsightly, but it is the long-term issues caused by failing bone structure…
How long do dental implants last?
Dental implants treatment is a long-lasting tooth replacement but how long is long-lasting? When investing the amount of money that goes into dental implant treatment, you want to be sure you get your money’s worth. It is important when considering a treatment as serious as dental implants that you opt…
What are my options to replace missing teeth?
Replacing a missing tooth is not only good aesthetically; it also helps the surrounding teeth. Since everyone’s oral health and jaws are different, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to replace missing teeth. The options for tooth replacement typically include: Bridges Dentures Dental implants A dental bridge is a way to…
When should children start looking after their own teeth?
Did you know that it’s never too early to start looking after your child’s oral health? Even before a child’s teeth begin to develop, it’s important to take care of their gums. For example, it’s recommended that after feeding your baby, you should wipe their gums with a damp cloth.…
Make dental hygiene fun for kids
Getting children to brush their teeth can be hard. However, keeping your child’s teeth clean and healthy is extremely important. Not only will it prevent dental risks such as tooth decay, cavities and tooth loss, it will also reinforce healthy oral habits for the rest of their life. Here are…
Helping you deal with your dental anxiety
If the thought of visiting the dentist makes you feel physically ill and your uneasiness only increases the closer you get to your exam, talk to us at Redlands Gentle Dental and we will help to ease your dental anxiety. Dental anxiety is the often paralysing fear of visiting…
Tooth Decay in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Does your child suffer from discoloured front teeth, disturbed sleep, or do they avoid solid foods? It could be a sign of early childhood caries which is closely related to tooth decay in children. As a parent, there is a magnitude of things to organise when it comes to your…
Restoring your damaged teeth with crowns and bridges.
Having a damaged smile can often cause some level of dissatisfaction. Many of our clients at Redland Gentle Dental Care are now choosing a crown or bridge to help restore and whiten their teeth. You may be wondering what the difference is between a crown and bridge. Generally speaking, crowns…
A worn out mouthguard could be as useful as no mouthguard at all
With the football season nearing finals time, many players have been wearing their mouthguards week after week. In some cases, players have been wearing their mouthguards week after week for a year… or two. In even scarier cases they aren’t wearing one at all! This month the Australian Dental Association…
The problem of tooth decay in children
If decay is present in your child’s teeth it can affect the development of their adult teeth You can still look after the health of your child’s teeth before their first tooth erupts. The advantage is that by looking after your child’s oral health before their first tooth appears you…
What is root canal treatment?
Root canal treatment is designed to save a tooth from extraction There is nothing better for your oral health than your natural tooth. A natural tooth provides support your surrounding teeth and gums. A natural tooth also provides the necessary stimulation to maintain a healthy jawbone. 4 signs and symptoms…
What is Zoom! teeth whitening?
If your teeth are stained and you’re looking to restore their appearance, Zoom! teeth whitening treatment could be the answer you’re looking for. When it comes to restoring the appearance of your teeth, Zoom! teeth whitening is effective for whitening teeth up to 8 shades. And it can be done…
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are a modern dental treatment that can provide an instant way to transform and makeover your smile! Porcelain veneers are thin shells that are applied to the front surface of your teeth. To allow for these thin shells to be applied, a dentist removes a small amount of…
How to whiten your teeth
There are plenty of ways you can whiten your teeth. From watching what you eat to over-the-counter products and treatments from the dentist. But which one is the most effective? And where do you start to look? What you should keep in mind is everyone’s teeth are different—not just in…
What does your smile say about you?
Strangers will judge you on the appearance of your teeth Study after study in the last 2 years alone has shown the appearance of your smile can potentially impact everything from your relationship to your professional life. One study carried out by a psychologist using a dating website found that…
Are you looking for a dentist in Capalaba?
Finding the right dentist in Alex Hills is just as easy as finding a dentist in Capalaba: visit Redlands Gentle Dental Care Have you noticed that the way many people view their health is a little skewed? As soon as a person has a persistent stomach ache, headache that won’t…
Are you looking for a dentist in Capalaba?
Finding the right dentist in Capalaba is easy! Just visit Redlands Gentle Dental Care (more…)
77% of people avoid dental check-ups thinking they are saving money
Avoiding the dentist does not save money. Avoiding the dentist exacerbates the problem. Avoiding the dentist will be more expensive long-term. The difference between a person who visits the dentist regularly and a person who goes to the last resort is not just the cost of restorative dental work. The…
Want straight teeth without braces?
Redlands Gentle Dental Care has the solution Have you noticed celebrities wearing braces now? Some wear traditional metal braces and somehow manage to still look good. While other celebrities have chosen to wear more subtle orthodontic options in order to straighten their smile without compromising their appearance. And their appearance,…
Win a take home tooth whitening kit
We are offering a take home whitening kit to the best #dentalselfie posted to our Facebook page! When you get your teeth whitened the treatment, on average, lasts for 6 to 8 months depending on your lifestyle choices (how much coffee, tea, a wine you drink; how much chocolate you…
Dental health week: how much sugar does your child eat?
The first week of August is dental health week! In 2012 the Australian Dental Association’s campaign was centred on the fact: by age 6, half of all Australian children will have tooth decay. Which is disturbing. And still true. In fact, Australian children (according to a Colgate study conducted at…
