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When it comes to eating right for your teeth, it all comes down to moderation. It's much easier to eat the right things now rather than deal with cavities and gum disease later on. You can still eat the foods that you want, so long as you brush and floss afterwards and don't eat them all the time....

1. Only sugar causes tooth decay Sugary food and drinks will naturally affect the condition of your teeth, sometimes causing cavities. However, even when you don’t have a sweet tooth, not taking care of your teeth is another path to cavities. Without regular brushing or flossing, tartar and plaque will build up often causing inflammation....

What is it  Bruxism is a condition in which a person grinds, gnashes or clashes their teeth unconsciously while they’re awake or in their sleep. It tends to come hand in hand with other sleep disorders such as snoring or sleep apnea. Some people grow out of Bruxism or may experience it for a short period,...

Sleep apnea is a disorder that sees the throat closing up and consequently blocking airflow, stopping you from breathing. Once your brain registers this, it will wake you up enough to resume breathing again. You'll then most likely fall back to sleep instantly, possibly not processing that you were awake. For those with mild sleep apnea,...

No matter which you prefer, each version of the toothbrush will still do its job of ensuring your teeth are plaque-free, so long as your technique is right that is.

There has been a recent surge in the popularity and availability of at-home teeth whitening products. There is little information provided about these products and consumers often have limited knowledge about what they are receiving. The only endorsements available come from Instagram stars and celebrity endorsements; no scientific or medical reco...

When people think about braces or invisalign treatments the most prominent reason for undergoing treatment is the cosmetic benefits. However, straight teeth are probably lower on your dentist’s list of priorities. In fact, there are significant health benefits to straightening teeth. Here are 5 reasons you should straighten your teeth: ...

Many people are aware and have been for some time, the effects that carbonated sugary drinks can have on our health. This awareness has lead to many fear campaigns and urban legends. Unfortunately, over time these fear campaigns have deafened people and made it harder and harder to spread clear, truthful messages about how substances...

Cosmetic Injectables began to boom in 2016 and their popularity has only continued to grow. Cosmetic Injectables offer a quick way to bring your best-self to the front. At Greenslopes Dental, our goal is to help patients feel confident and enthusiastic about their smile. Our full smile solutions have helped many people so far, and...

Children's dentistry is an important part of their annual health check-up. The dentist will check your child’s general dental health, fix anything that may be damaged, as well as starting preventative procedures. At Greenslopes Dental we pride ourselves on ensuring that your child has a fun, and stress-free appointment. As children progress t...