Every profession has its own language, and dentistry is no different. We try to use easy-to-understand language whenever we see patients, but we sometimes forget that people don’t understand all the terms we use. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the most commonly used terms and their meanings. Abutment An abutment is […]
Clenching and grinding is a habit called bruxism. It is a tremendously destructive habit that can wear down your teeth, cause gum recession and affect your jaw joints. Luckily, when you visit our dental practice, we can easily diagnose the signs of bruxism and provide suitable treatment. What Is Bruxism? If you have bruxism, you […]
World Oral Health Day falls on 20 March this year, and there is a continuing campaign theme urging people to be proud of their mouth. The three-year campaign launched last year promotes a simple but very important message, urging everyone to value their oral health and take care of it. This year, the message highlights […]
Good dental health is so important for children. The oral habits they form during these early years can help shape their dental health for life, and this is why the Australian Government introduced the Child Dental Benefits Schedule. Families eligible for this scheme will usually receive a letter from Medicare and include those receiving Family […]
If you feel a little anxious or nervous when coming to see us, you certainly aren’t alone! We also know that some people avoid dental care or delay essential dental care because of deep-seated fears. No matter your degree of anxiety, we are here to help you, and everyone here is extremely friendly, easy to […]
Dr Tara Kader migrated to Australia in 2000 and worked as a dentist with HCF Dental and Primary Dental before deciding to establish “Brite Dental” in December 2012. A highly skilled accomplished dentist, Dr Tara is focused on providing complete oral health care with an emphasis on painless, conservative and high quality treatment procedures. She is committed […]
When it comes to oral health, one of the ways in which you can avoid gum diseases, such as gingivitis, cavities, and other dental problems, is to practice preventive dentistry. Preventive dentistry includes taking measures to perfect your at home oral hygiene routine while scheduling regular visits to your dentist to track your oral health […]
A dental bridge is a safe and effective solution for tooth replacement. It restores a person’s smile and appearance. More importantly, it addresses additional dental and bite-related problems as a result of permanent teeth loss. True enough, there are many reasons why adults lose teeth. Poor hygiene, age, and accidents are all contributing factors. Whatever […]
If you have missing teeth there are a range of options available when it comes to reinstating a healthy smile, and among the top choices are dentures and dental implants. But which option suits what situation, and how do you know what’s right for you? Here’s a quick guide to the important factors you need […]
Teeth might be tough, but they’re not impervious to wear and tear, and just as they can chip, loosen and even fall out, occasionally they can crack. Depending on the circumstances, that crack might be invisible to the naked eye and it could even be so fine a fracture that’s tricky for a dentist to […]
