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A Guide to Dental Habits You Should Stop Immediately

It’s important to take care of your oral health if you wish to enjoy optimal general health. Usually, this means making sure you brush at least twice daily, floss every day, and of course, that you come to see us regularly for dental checkups and cleans. However, a simple preventive dental care routine may not […]

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Be Proud of Your Mouth; the Importance of World Oral Health Day

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 […]

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Are You Eligible for the CDBS? If So, What Does This Mean for Your Family?

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 […]

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Dental Anxiety: How to Stop Fearing the Dentist

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 […]

Be Proud of Your Mouth, The Importance of World Oral Health Day

Did you know it is world oral health Day on the 20th of March? It’s a day when dental professionals worldwide try to raise awareness about the importance of good dental health. This year the theme is “Be Proud of Your Mouth”. We think it is a wonderful theme and hope to inspire our lovely […]

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Taking Care of Your Braces During the Season of Sticky Treats

Halloween is nearly here, and sticky sweets are everywhere, but if you wear braces, you do need to exercise a bit of caution. We have listed a few easy tips to help you avoid sticky situations this Halloween. Allow Sticky Treats to Rest in Peace this Year! This year, avoid hard, chewy or sticky sweets […]

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Meet the team! Dr Tara Kader principal dentist

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 […]

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Dental Bridge for Missing Teeth

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 […]

How stress affects your mouth and teeth

We all know stress has negative effects on the body. Labelled the silent killer, it can impact everything from our mental health to our heart and digestive system. But amidst the myriad of health consequences it’s been linked to, such as obesity, heart disease, anxiety and headaches, few people appreciate the drastic toll stress can […]

Dentures or dental implants?

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 […]