Dental Care in Winter
Winter is almost upon us and while we feverishly dig out the cardigans, jackets, beanies, and the boots, it is important to winter-proof your dental care as well. The cold temperature can bring out the nasties such as the common cold, running nose and flu, not to mention taking every precaution possible for COVID-19, read […]
Can saliva prevent dental caries?
Saliva is a clear liquid made by several glands in your mouth area. It is an important part of a healthy body. Saliva consists of 99% water and 1% mix of electrolytes and proteins. Saliva contains important substances that your body needs to digest food and keep your teeth strong. One of the primary roles […]
Why do you need a dental consultation?
A dental consultation is a non-invasive visit to discuss issues, concerns, and to formulate a treatment plan. At Malouf Dental, a consultation will provide information and give you a better idea of your smile requirements and oral health. We recommend a consultation before any major dental procedure which includes cosmetic surgery, smile makeovers, etc In […]
Level 2 Restrictions
The Federal Cabinet today has eased back the COVID-19 restrictions to Level 2 from Monday 27th April 2020. This means more patients can get dental treatments done under the guidelines of the Australian Dental Board while still implementing procedures to ensure the safety and health of the community. In the words of the ADA President […]
Oral Health during Covid-19
While social distancing helps to a great degree, following strict personal hygiene is one of the most important tools to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 infection. Regular handwashing with soap for at least 20 seconds or using hand sanitiser gel when washing with soap is not possible, not only protects you, but also protects […]
How to cope with dental anxiety?
Do you get anxious visiting the dentist? According to a study by the Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health by the University of Adelaide, high dental fear affects approximately 1 in 6 adults and about 1 in 10 children in Australia. Dental anxiety is found to be as high as 1 in 3 among […]
Dentist Brisbane: Kids, Their Parents, And Dental Phobia
It is common for kids to have a degree of anxiety and hesitation when it comes to seeing the dentist. Dental fear is a prevalent condition in children. At times, this is merely due to the discomfort of not knowing what to expect in a dental consultation. Then again, new research reveals that they can […]
Dentist Brisbane: Parents Might Pass On Dental Phobia To Kids
Here’s a 2 minutes and 46 seconds 7 Parents Might Pass On Dental Phobia To Kids video to help children develop good dental habits so that they can maintain a healthy mouth for the rest of their lives. See full transcript below. Fear and anxiety when it comes to visiting the dental clinic is very […]
