Should I get my teeth whitened?
There are lots of advantages in getting your teeth whitened. When you smile, people take notice, and a brilliant white smile can give you new found confidence that people will instantly notice. It giv......

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Tooth Decay
Soon after brushing, a thin sticky layer forms over the surface of your teeth which contains bacteria, this is referred to as plaque. When you eat anything containing sugar, the bacteria in plaque u......

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How to Brush and Floss

The most important part of dental care is down to you. Brushing your teeth twice daily insures for healthier teeth and gums. And if you dread the dentist's chair then the best treatment is preventi......

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How You Can Get Your Teeth Whitened
Speak to our friendly and informative team now! There are a few techniques that can be used by our cosmetic dentists to help you achieve that whiter, brighter smile. This may include tooth whitening t......

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The Danger of Soft Drinks
In general, we all agree that soft drinks taste good. What many people do not realise is the dangerous toll this takes on your teeth. Sugar found in soft drinks react with the natural bacteria in your......

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YOU CANT HIDE UGLY, CHIPPED STAINED AND CROOKED TEETH
But you CAN fix them fast, with a comfortable Smile Make Over!

As a dentist, I see people every day who are ashamed of their teeth. Like the patient I talked to recently who burst into tear......

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Teeth Not Perfectly White - Dont Feel Embarrassed, its Normal

Contrary to many advertisements, it is difficult to obtain perfectly white teeth. Natural, healthy teeth have extremely subtle yellow, brown or grey tones. Shine a flashlight behind your front teet......

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Brilliant Smile Equals Confidence

Brilliant Smile = Confidence!

Art has been described as “the accomplice of love” and science the creative application of natural law. In tandem, these energies can be combined t......

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BANISH BAD BREATH
A healthy mouth means fresh breath! Bad breath can affect those nearest and dearest to us. It can place strain on relationships as well as being socially embarrassing.

The main culprit ......

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Are you brushing correctly

We recommend the following dental care steps for achieving healthy teeth and gums;

- Brush with a soft round bristle toothbrush

- Replace your toothbrush every three to ......

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DENTAL ARTICLES - OPTIMA DENTAL CARE - DR SCOTT PETRIE, DR ROWLAND STETTLER & DR SCOTT PARK - COSMETIC AND GENERAL DENTISTS, MRS KELLY BIRD - HYGIENIST, MS TANNAZ ZAIRE - ORAL THERAPIST - GLADSTONE - QUEENSLAND