The Wisdom Tooth
Advice, opinions and discoveries in the dental world from Medland’s experts.
To seal or not to seal? What are fissure sealants?
13 December 2024
Naturally deep grooves or ‘fissures’ occur primarily in the back teeth (molars and premolars) in both the primary and permanent dentition. Despite our best toothbrushing efforts, these teeth can retain food and plaque (bacterial build-up) placing them at a much higher risk of developing tooth decay. One way to help pre
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When should my child see an oral health therapist, dentist or paediatric dentist?
30 November 2024
It's school holiday time again!During the school holidays, we often welcome more of our school-age patients into the practice. At your child's active maintenance appointment, their Dentist may discover that treatment is required or recommend preventive treatment for your child.Have you ever wondered why your child is cared for b
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What Sixty Years in Dentistry has taught has about dental fear – Part One
27 October 2024
It is safe to say that we as humans are driven to seek pleasure and avoid pain, and in the past Dentistry undoubtedly was considered to be in the latter category.
While Dentistry has moved forward in leaps and bounds, it seems that some people are still avoiding regular dental care. In fact, the Australian Dental Association
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Focus on: Fractured teeth
9 September 2024
New toys, trampolines or just kids being kids can lead to a broken or chipped tooth over the holiday period. If you or your child chips or knocks out a tooth, click here for emergency information and details of what to do to minimise the trauma.However, it is not just accidents that can cause teeth to chip, fracture or break.
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Introducing Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) – the gentler way of cleaning cleaning your teeth
3 August 2024
Your active maintenance appointment may look and feel a little different at Medland Dental.Medland Dental is excited to introduce professional tooth cleaning using Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) to our patients.Utilising the latest technology, GBT will allow us to complete professional cleaning that is more comfortable than ever
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Active Maintenance Is The New Check-up
3 June 2024
Most of us don’t think twice about taking our cars for regular servicing and maintenance. We understand that the time and effort of booking a service is outweighed by the inconvenience and cost of having a breakdown.It’s easy to overlook this approach in other areas of life, and unfortunately, many people (65% of Australians
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Focus on: School Lunches
10 December 2023
Coming up with healthy, tasty and kid-friendly lunches can be a challenge, as every parent knows. Keeping these lunches tooth-friendly as well can make it even more of a challenge!Be careful of so called health bars, muesli bars, fruit roll-ups and dried fruit as they contain large amounts of concentrated sugar in the form of ra
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The Significance of Adequate Chewing
9 July 2023
While brushing, flossing, and regular active maintenance appointments at Medland Dental are vital for maintaining oral health, we shouldn't overlook the importance of adequate chewing. Thoroughly chewing your food not only aids in digestion but also plays a crucial role in preserving optimal dental health. This article will delv
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The Ten Most Common Dental Issues and How to Prevent Them
12 June 2023
At Medland Dental, we know that maintaining good oral health is essential for overall well-being. Regular dental care and preventive measures can help you avoid common dental issues that lead to discomfort, pain, and expensive treatments. This blog post will discuss the ten most common dental problems and provide practical tips
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month!
29 March 2023
Welcome to Oral Cancer Awareness Month!
Cumulative sun damage from the harsh Australian climate is a well-known risk factor for developing skin cancer. The importance of visiting a Doctor or Dermatologist for routine skin checks is something that is familiar for most Australians.
Did you know that when you visit Medland Dental
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Increasing hydration: or the risk of tooth decay?
26 September 2022
Our Oral Health Therapist Eliza recently received a newsletter from her son's daycare which featured an article that captured her interest.
I have always been very happy with the staff and the care that our son receives at daycare! The centre emails out a monthly newsletter to keep parents updated on various events and seaso
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Finger or thumb sucking: Is it a habit worth breaking?
26 September 2022
The infant-sucking instinct is essential for survival and can start in the womb. Sucking fixations in infancy provide stimulation that is essential and normal for a baby’s growth and development. Thumb and/or finger sucking can help infants adjust to their new world. The behaviour allows infants to gain a sense of control, cal
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To seal or not to seal? What are fissure sealants?
26 September 2022
Naturally deep grooves or ‘fissures’ occur primarily in the back teeth (molars and premolars) in both the primary and permanent dentition. Despite our best toothbrushing efforts, these teeth can retain food and plaque (bacterial build-up) placing them at a much higher risk of developing tooth decay. One
Read More »
Introducing Guided Biofilm Therapy – the gentler way of cleaning your teeth!
22 August 2022
Your active maintenance appointment will soon look and feel a little different.
Medland Dental is excited to introduce professional tooth cleaning using Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) to our patients. Utilising the latest technology, GBT will allow us to complete professional cleaning that is more comfortable than ever before.
Read More »
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Care for anxious patients
Your health and well-being is our priority. We take time to ensure you're comfortable throughout your visit.
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Experienced Practitioners
Medland takes great pride in ensuring our dentists and hygienists are the best and brightest in their fields.
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60+ years history
Providing technical excellence and exceptional care in dentistry since 1959.
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