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Why Do I Need a Dental Crown?

Sometimes called “caps,” dental crowns are a restoration that covers your entire tooth and acts as a helmet to protect your tooth from breaking apart. In most cases, they’re made of porcelain, but they can also be crafted of ceramic/metal layers or gold. You may need one when… Your Cavity is Too Large to Fill A small filling is fine when there’s a limited amount of damage to your tooth, but if there will be more filling than tooth present, it will just put you at risk of a dental emergency with the filling and tooth breaking away. Remember, … Continue reading “Why Do I Need a Dental Crown?”

Gum Disease? Whats that?

Gum Disease? What’s that? Do you find there is bleeding when you’re brushing or flossing your teeth? Or there’s an off taste or bad breath? Maybe the gums are receding, or the teeth are more sensitive? Something might be going on but there’s no pain – what is happening? Healthy gums are the foundation to a heathy body and long lasting smile. If you are a new patient at Purity Dental in Mulgrave, we will perform a screening for gum disease, or periodontitis, as part of your comprehensive exam. It’s important to know where you stand with your gum health … Continue reading “Gum Disease? Whats that?”

Are You Looking After Your Smile?

Eat well – wide variety of nutritious foods and healthy snacks, limit your intake of sweet foods. Drink well – plenty of h2o, avoid fizzy drinks when you can Clean well – brush your teeth twice a day, gently but thoroughly with a soft toothbrush and toothpaste, floss every time after you brush your teeth. Changing toothbrush every 3 months Play well – wear a mouth guard when playing physical contact sport Stay well – get an oral check up twice a year before you become in pain because your teeth are in trouble, quit smoking

Healthy Eating

Processed foods vs raw food No added sugars, preservatives Benefits of eating raw foods: You can eat as much raw food as you want and you will still be able to maintain your weight They are rich in fibre! – there are many types of fibres in raw food, one of them being necessary when it comes to losing weight Raw vegetables are rich in vitamins which mean they are also a natural resource to help maintain clear skin. (carrots, salad, cucumber & tomatoes) It contains not only a natural source of vitamins but gives you energy, to keep you … Continue reading “Healthy Eating”

How Well Do You Brush Your Teeth?

Seven out of ten people would say they could do a better job caring for their teeth, according to an Australian Dental Association (ADA) report Surprisingly, there are many people out there, who don’t know the correct way to brush their teeth. If you are not brushing your teeth correctly, it can lead to many health issues. Here’s a little photo to help show people how to brush their teeth correctly. Always brush your teeth for a minimum of 2 minutes, atleast twice a day with a SOFT toothbrush. Medium & Hard brushes, are sometimes to harsh against your gums … Continue reading

How To Get Healthier Gums In 1 Easy Step

Are you looking for an easy, effortless and painless way to look after your gums at home? We have a solution that can help you maintain your gums decreasing your risk of further gum disease. Research has shown that gum disease is linked to many other health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, respiratory disease and much more. We believe your oral hygiene plays an important role in helping you maintain a healthy body. If you are interested in learning more – just call us to make time to consult with our dentist.

Don’t Forget Your Medicare Check-ups

Medicare Checkups for Children at Purity Dental Mulgrave Vic

Good Morning everyone!! We hope everyone is having a wonderful morning! Just a quick reminder for all those children who are currently eligible under the Medicare scheme, this month will be the last month use your the dental benefit! Give our office a call on 9540 8900 to schedule in your children’s visit! We look forward to seeing you. Have a fantastic week everyone!

Protect your Child’s Smile

Did you know, over thousands of children are treated for dental injuries every year. This can be prevented simply by wearing mouth guards when children are playing physical activities. Give our office a call today, and ask us how we can help keep your children teeth safe while they play sports at school.

Are Your Gums Healthy?

Do your gums suffer from: bleeding when you brush red colour swollen plaque/tartare build up Most likely chance are, that you do have mild gum disease. Majority of people don’t know they suffer from gum disease. WHY? Cause it is a PAINLESS. If left untreated, your gums could go from Perhaps it’s time for you to make some time to see your dentist. Keep your eyes open for our easy DIY natural toothpaste. If you haven’t already join our community, like our page to stay updated

Tasty Gluten Free Treat!

Good Morning Everyone! We hope you are all enjoying the very sunny weather today. We have found a wonderful recipe on a yummy treat we would like to share with you! Gluten free Banana & coconut bread 1 ½ cups gluten free plain flour 1cup desiccated coconut ½ cup brown sugar 2 tsp gluten free baking powder ½ tsp bi-carbonate of soda 1 cup of smashed banana 2/3 cup of coconut oil 2 eggs 2 tbls maple syrup 10g butter Pre-heat oven to 180C Combine flour, coconut, brown sugar, baking powder & bi-carbonate of soda Whisk egg, mashed banana, coconut … Continue reading “Tasty Gluten Free Treat!”

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Why Do I Need a Dental Crown?

Gum Disease? Whats that?

Are You Looking After Your Smile?

Healthy Eating

How Well Do You Brush Your Teeth?

How To Get Healthier Gums In 1 Easy Step

Don’t Forget Your Medicare Check-ups

Protect your Child’s Smile

Are Your Gums Healthy?

Tasty Gluten Free Treat!

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