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

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 heal

Defend Your Smile!

School sports are kicking off soon so it is time to ensure that your child’s smile is protected with a mouthguard. Medland Dental Centre is able to offer a number of choices when it comes to your child’s mouthguard. Our custom-made laminated (double layer) mouthguards offer the best protection against dental injury and concu

Announcing changes to our appointment confirmation system

31st DecMedland Dental Centre is pleased to announce changes to our appointment confirmation system.You can now confirm your appointment easily via SMS. Just reply "YES" to our reminder text which is sent 24 hours before your appointment. This system can ONLY be used to confirm appointments. If you have any questions or would

End of Year Reminder: Don’t miss out on your health fund benefits!

The end of the year is quickly approaching. This is the time of year when most health funds reset their annual benefits.  Most health funds do not roll over the benefits that are left unused as at 31 December, so the portion of your benefits not used by 31 December one year is lost on 1 January the following year. Thes

Medland Dental Centre Team in the MS Moonlight Walk

The fight again multiple sclerosis (MS) is a very personal one here at Medland Dental Centre. Our beloved Kelly, who many of you will know, was diagnosed with MS five years ago after the birth of her second daughter. Once again MDC is joining with the MS Society to raise funds for those living with MS and to help research to fin

Private Health Insurance – Help Close the Gap!

Our Front Office Coordinators are often asked "which health insurance will be best for me?"There are many factors to consider and each health insurance company is different. The Australian Dental Association (ADA) has prepared a fact sheet to help you consider if private health insurance is right for you. Medland Denta

Tooth First Aid

Sometimes an accident is unavoidable. However, equipped with the right information, you can minimise the impact of dental trauma by following these tips. Dental First Aid Medland Dental Centre can easily cater for Dental Emergencies, learn more

Adult Lifestyle Risks

Drugs, alcohol, smoking. You know they’re bad for your general health, but they can also lead to major dental problems. The effect of nicotine on your oral health is presented in media advertising daily.Even if your decision is not to quit, there are still things you can do to lessen the effects and give yourself the best

Tooth Friendly Diet

Kids love lollies. Kids teeth don't love lollies! Baby teeth come and go, but the bacteria that causes decay in baby teeth sticks around to potentially affect your child’s permanent teeth. Developing healthy eating habits early in life will help ensure strong and healthy adult teeth. Rising decay rates in children have been