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Understanding CPAP–How to Deal with the Initial Discomfort

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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is a form of treatment used to address Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (interrupted sleep due to breathing problems). The patient is fitted with a mask that delivers continuous airflow through a tube into the patient’s mouth and nose at a pressure that forces the airway to…

Aug 30 Comments Off

A True History of Falsies

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Looks a bit glum, doesn’t he? When compared to other portraits of Washington, you can see that his lower jaw is protruding unnaturally and the muscles around his mouth appear to be engaging in an effort to keep his lips closed. This has been attributed to the spring- loaded dentures…

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How Do Sleep Disorders Interact with Sleep Apnoea?

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What Is Sleep Apnoea? Sleep apnoea is a condition that involves frequent disruptions in your sleep due to brief cessations in breathing. It is most commonly caused by soft tissue at the back of the throat that relax and partially or completely obstruct the airway for a brief period of…

Jul 31 Comments Off

Common Forms of Cosmetic Dentistry

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A great smile is made up of many factors. It’s hard to have a great smile if you’re missing a tooth, no matter how white your teeth are. And if your teeth are perfectly aligned and straight, they just won’t look quite as good if you suffer from tooth discolouration.…

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Are you tired of feeling insecure about a discoloured smile?

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Your smile is one of the most important things about you. Not only does it convey the unique ‘you’ that sets you apart from everybody else, but it also plays an essential function in the smooth running of your daily life. A full, welcoming smile is inviting and indicates friendliness…

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How to respond to a dental emergency

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Life is full of unexpected surprises. None of us wants to end up needing emergency dental care, but the reality is that some of us will. McMahons Point Dental wants to make sure you know how to approach dental emergencies in the unhappy event that they do occur. We have put…

Jun 15 Comments Off

What Are the Consequences of Sleep Apnoea? – Infographic

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Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) affects approximately 4.7% of the Australian population, with twice as many men than women affected. 80% of cases are undiagnosed, but OSA’s affect on the body can be severe: Causes and Risk Factors Excess weight/obesity Enlarged tonsils/adenoids A large overbite Birth defects such as Down syndrome…

May 31 Comments Off

7 Questions to Ask Your Dentist about Invisalign

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So what’s important, having perfect straight teeth or great oral health? Well, we believe in both, to have proper teeth aligned so that they can be healthy, and help you achieve a healthy lifestyle. Orthodontic treatments are recommended to issues like jaw pain, overcrowding of teeth, difficulty in brushing and…

May 15 Comments Off

Apps to Help Children Achieve Great Oral Health

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Getting your kids to maintain good oral health is never easy. From brushing and flossing to avoiding too many sugary snacks, they need all the encouragement they can get. These trendy apps will help kids develop the skills and discipline they need to manage their oral health with care. These…

Apr 29 Comments Off

Industry News: 3D Printers and Dentistry

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So let’s talk about the recent 3D printing which has been the subject of much interest in the technology industry over the past few years. 3D printers have many consumers benefits but it definitely has lots of uses for dental, medical and business fields. Let’s look into much closer here: What…

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