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What is a mouthguard? A mouthguard is an important piece of equipment to prevent damage if you or your child are playing contact sports. Many accidents can happen while on

Corio Central Dental explains sticky sugars… Not all sugary foods and drinks are made equal, so we thought to help clarify the differences. Some types of sugars are far more

What is a Fissure Sealant? It’s a preventative coating which can be applied to teeth to cover the deep grooves in teeth. Fissure sealants help prevent bacteria, as well as

What is teeth whitening? Teeth whitening Geelong Teeth whitening involves using a bleaching agent to lighten their colour. It is possible to make teeth look a few shades whiter, by

What is poor oral health? World Health Organisation describes oral health as a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. Poor oral health encompasses a range of

What is too long since last dental visit? If your dentist did not wear any gloves and smoking in the treatment room was the norm – that means you are

What is a New Year’s Resolution? “New Year’s Resolution is a tradition, in which a person resolves to continue good practices, change an undesired trait or behaviour, accomplish a personal

Baby teeth: The official name for baby teeth is deciduous teeth. There are 20 deciduous teeth in total. They start to appear in the mouth at around 6mths of age

Why are people scared of the dentist? A large number of patients find the idea of seeing the dentist absolutely terrifying! Being scared of the dentist can be justified by

What are mercury fillings? The terms; silver fillings, amalgam fillings and mercury fillings all mean the same thing. Silver fillings are made from a dental material called amalgam. Dental amalgam is