Do wisdom teeth have to be removed?
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, begin to erupt between the ages of 16 and 24. Some people win the genetic lottery and don’t develop wisdom teeth or don’t develop all four wisdom teeth, while others can have more than the usual four.
Why should wisdom teeth be removed?
It is not always necessary for wisdom teeth to be removed. If wisdom teeth grow into the mouth (referred to as erupting) completely, in a good position and are accessible to brush and floss, then in a lot of cases they are kept and treated like your other molar teeth.
Unfortunately, it is common to have issues as wis…
What is a root canal treatment?
Also known as endodontics, root canal treatment is essentially a process of cleaning, shaping and then filling the inner canals of your tooth. Root canal treatment is required most commonly when decay extends through the enamel and dentine and then finally into the nerve of the tooth which leads to inflammation and/or infection. It may also occur in the presence of severe periodontal (gum) disease, cracked teeth and where large, old fillings are present and lead to the nerve dying inside the tooth. There may be one, two, three or even four canals in a single tooth, increasing in number as the …
Focus on: Children’s Dental Health
Dental decay is the most common infectious disease currently experienced by Australian children. Dental decay is a preventable condition however, by the age of six, over half of all Australian children will have at least one decayed tooth. Infection and toothache caused by dental decay is presently the second most common cause of hospital admissions in Australian children.
Good dental habits developed from an early age are invaluable as they will stay with your child for life. A healthy diet with a wide variety of nutritious foods, as well as good home cleaning and regular dental visits …
Don’t lose your entitlement to claim dental expenses
A couple of weeks ago we announced changes to the Net Medical Expense Tax Offset that took effect this financial year. (Click here to view this article again). You may be interested to know that further changes were announced to this tax offset in the recent Federal Budget. The Federal Government will be "phasing out" the Net Medical Expense Tax Offset with the 2015 financial year being the final year that a claim can be made for dental expenses.* The tax offset is being phased out with only those taxpayers who claim and receive the tax offset in this financial year being e…
MS Society writes article about Medland Dental Centre
If you log onto the Kiss Goodbye to MS website you will see some very familiar faces smiling back at you!
Medland Dental Centre was delighted to find that an article had been written about the fantastic efforts of our staff, patients and practice in raising awareness and funds for MS Australia.
Click here to read the article.
Check our Facebook page for how Kiss Goodbye to MS month is progressing.
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The End of Financial Year is Approaching – Don’t miss out on your entitlements
As you may already be aware, as a family or an individual, you may be entitled to a rebate on the combined total of your medical expenses. This includes medical, dental and optical expenses once they exceed a certain threshold this current financial year.* That is, the portion of the “out of pocket” expenses that you incur after receiving your private health fund insurance rebates (and Medicare rebates where applicable).As announced in the 2012 Federal Budget, new tax laws have taken effect with this tax offset now means tested. Individuals with an adjusted taxable income above $84…
Extended Opening Hours
Following the popularity of our recent trial of extended opening hours, we are pleased to announce that Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings will now be permanent additions to our opening hours. Dr Morrison, Dr Yang and Dr Shields now have appointments available on Saturday mornings, and the majority of our dentists and hygienists have appointments available on Tuesday evening!
Monday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am – 7:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday
8:00am – 6:00pm
Friday
8:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday
8:00am – 12noon
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Kiss Goodbye to MS!
May is MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Awareness Month. The fight against MS is a very personal one for us at MDC. Our beloved Kelly, whom many of you will know, was diagnosed with MS in 2008 after the birth of her second daughter. Kelly manages to maintain an active life, but there are many who aren’t as lucky. For Kelly, and others living with MS, Medland Dental Centre has chosen MS Australia as our dedicated charity and we actively support MS Australia campaigns throughout the year. So far staff and patients of MDC have helped us to raise an amazing $20, 000 for MS Australia.We are currently …
Love to ride? Join the MDC Bike Team
For those who see Dr Andrew Paddison you will know that he is a keen cyclist. What you may not know is that he has formed a Medland Dental Centre cycling team. The team is made up of both patients and staff and goes on regular monthly social rides. If you are interested in an excuse to have a coffee (and perhaps a recovery ride for the more avid cyclists) please join them on the 3rd Sunday of each month for a cruisy river loop, spin down to Sandgate or cruise out to Wynnum/Manly. This year the team will also be taking part in the 2013 Enerflex MS Brissie to Bay Bike Ride for the firs…
A Dental Survival Guide for Young Adults
We can probably all remember the excitement of finishing high school and the transition into adulthood. During the process of embracing the new found freedoms and responsibilities, maintaining good dental health often becomes a low priority. Young adults may leave home or commence university or work and subsequently their healthy diet, good oral hygiene habits and reminders from parents to visit the dentist all fall by the wayside.
It is normal for young people to believe they are indestructible and they are often unaware of the long-term dental risks associated with some lifestyle choices a…