The Wisdom Tooth

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

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. �

This year for Dental Health Week (August 1st - 7th) the Australian Dental Association is asking Aussies to show their teeth some love!   You might think it doesn't really matter if you miss a bit of flossing, skimp on the thoroughness of your brushing, or tell your dental professional "thanks, but no thanks, I'll see you in 202

It's a topic that's a little on the nose! Halitosis, or chronic bad breath, can't be solved with a mint or mouthwash.  It's bad breath that hangs around longer than the strong smell that lingers after a garlicky meal or the 'morning breath' we experience as a result of the natural decrease in our saliva production overni

Baby teeth or “primary teeth” may be small, but they have a big role to play in your child’s general health and development.  The importance of children’s baby teeth is often underestimated.  Deciduous teeth or ‘baby teeth’ are with us for much longer than just our ‘baby years’.  In fact, some of these teeth r

Vaping laws are changing in Australia.  From the 1st of October 2021 consumers will require a prescription to purchase nicotine vaping products in Australia or import them from overseas.  So, what is vaping? Why should we be cautious of it? And what impact can it have on our oral health?  'Vaping' is the act of inhaling the

It only takes 2 minutes a day.  So why is daily flossing such a big hurdle to overcome?  Let's be honest, it's an annoying chore.  One we are required to perform at often inconvenient times of the day.  It's not especially easy to complete and seems to make little difference to how our mouth functions on a day to day basis.�

Brushing your teeth. Sounds simple right?  In reality, effective toothbrushing is a skill many adults struggle with.  In fact, 1 in 5 adult Australian’s do not routinely brush twice a day.  As dental professionals, we see patients having difficulty with their brushing on a daily basis.  Toothbrushing is a fundam

For too long our oral health has been considered to be a separate entity to our overall health. The typical belief is that having good oral health means having a nice smile, and that tooth decay or gum disease are an inevitable part of life. The reality is, in fact, that oral health and general health are inexplicably linked, th

At Medland Dental, we’re passionate about partnering with our patients to support their oral health. August 2nd - 8th is Dental Health Week, and we are proud to join with the Australian Dental Association to raise awareness about the importance of good oral health in our patients' lives. It should not be a normal expectation t

This recipe is a winter favourite for our Oral Health Therapist, Annika and her family. The recipe (from WA chef Russell Blaikie) features warm spices and sweet dates and makes for a hearty and warming winter meal. Ingredients: 50g butter 6 lamb shanks (ask your butcher to "tip" them - that is to take the top off the bone so th

Ouch! Cold sores can be uncomfortable as well as inconvenient. At Medland Dental, your safety when attending dental appointments is at the heart of every decision we make. As an Accredited Dental Practice, we always ensure that we meet the strict National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards. Therefore, we would like to c