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How much sugar is too much for kids?
Keep your children’s teeth healthy Your child’s health is important. Maintaining their oral health is equally important! Often because the impact of sugar on your child’s teeth can’t be seen, these ‘invisible’ threats can easily go undetected. A diet that is high in...
Wisdom Tooth Pain: Symptoms, Treatment and Relief
Wisdom teeth are just after all teeth, so can grow and erupt normally into your mouth without causing any discomfort or soreness. Issues arise when there is not enough space in your jaw or the tooth is stuck in the wrong position. This is quite common and is often why...
Is Dental Sedation Safe?
If you’re looking for a sedation dentist nearby, Plainland Dental is proud to now offer inhalation sedation (aka happy gas) for anxious patients. Happy gas is a stress free, safe treatment in which mild anaesthetic is administered to make you more relaxed and...
Free Christmas Brushing Charts
Over the Christmas period routines are all over the place! There's lots of snacking and special treats so it's important not to forget the kids' oral health. It's recommended you brush your children's teeth twice a day for optimal oral health. Getting your child...
How Long Does A Root Canal Take?
The short answer – a root canal treatment usually takes up to two or three appointments. In this type of treatment, we remove infected or dead tissue from within the tooth. Infection if left untreated can damage the tooth, and not only that, it could also spread to...
Do Root Canals Hurt?
Keep those worries away, you should feel no pain during a root canal treatment. Root canal therapy is to treat infected or dead tissue inside the tooth canal, after the treatment has been completed patients in fact often feel relief as they no longer experience any...
Are Clear Braces Effective?
Yes, they are! For simple orthodontic cases, clear aligners are a great substitute to metal braces. Ideal for adults who want to improve their smile, sans the use of bulky, traditional metal braces. These discrete removable clear aligners are the ideal solution, they...
Is Teeth Whitening Safe? What You Need To Know.
Want to whiten your teeth, but not sure if it’s for you? In this blog we cover: What is in whitening products How does whitening work Why dental consultation is best The simple answer is – Yes, teeth whitening is safe. The Australian Dental Association (ADA) is in...
How to Whiten Your Teeth
Thinking about whitening your teeth? You’ve come to the right place! In this blog we cover: Whitening options available Pros and cons of each treatment What is the best whitening method Whitening Options Available Do you want a brighter, whiter smile? We understand...
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental implants are one of the greatest advancements of modern dentistry. They are the perfect solution for those with missing teeth, who might once have had to cover their mouth self-consciously when talking, laughing, or even smiling. They also keep your jaw healthy...