by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Nov 22, 2023 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, General, Teeth
Tooth whitening is surging in popularity and some sources even say it’s the most commonly requested dental procedure (1). Tooth whitening is the process where stained or discoloured teeth are lightened using a chemical agent. Done properly, it is safe, effective... 
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Aug 23, 2023 | Dental Care, Dental Health, Health, Tooth Grinding and Sleep Disorders
Recently, Kathryn and Mishari feel they are seeing an increase in patients who grind their teeth, also known as bruxism. Bruxism is a term for the involuntary clenching or grinding of teeth. It most commonly happens when you are asleep (sleep bruxism) but can also... 
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Jun 28, 2023 | Health Insurance, Uncategorized
We get asked all the time if extras private health insurance is worth it. With the cost of living and mortgage repayments increasing, many of our patients are re-considering their need for private health insurance. Earlier this year, many private health funds... 
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Apr 26, 2023 | Dental Health, General
For many of us, going to the dentist is not our favourite way to spend our time yet we know we have to go. We know it’s part of our overall health care, and we grin and bear it (pun intended) as we know it’s good for us. For some people the thought of a dental... 
by Kathryn Al-Dhafeeri | Feb 24, 2023 | Dental Health, Gum Disease
We take our health for granted and it’s not until something goes wrong that we realise it’s importance. How many times per day do we chew? Talk? Smile? If you have a sore mouth or a wobbly tooth, you’ll sure be aware of every movement. So why do we not heed the...