Your teeth, your options, your choice
When you visit the dentist with a significant dental issue, you might be surprised to learn that there can be more than one way to fix it. As dental technology advances, more ... Read more
You can’t always get what you want: Mick Jagger’s bedazzled teeth
In the 1970s, Rolling Stones frontman, Mick Jagger, added a green sparkle to his radiant smile by putting a small emerald gemstone in one of his front incisors. It seemed a good ... Read more
We are currently operating at Level 1 restrictions
We are still open, and now it is business as usual. Please give us a call and speak to our front office staff if you have any questions. Dentists have been eased ... Read more
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Protection Measures at our Essendon dental clinic
Your health and wellbeing is our number one priority. In light of the outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we have put several measures into place so that we can continue to provide ... Read more
Desperate for a good brush? Strange alternatives to brush your teeth.
Maybe you’re out of spare toothbrushes. Or perhaps you got lost in the mountains. We don’t recommend any of these dental hygiene methods, but here is a handful of left of field ... Read more
Level 3 Covid-19 Restrictions Actioned
The Australian Dental Association, the Dental Board of Australia, and the Australian Health Practitioners Committee have imposed stringent regulations on all dental practices during this Pandemic. At FirstBite Dental, we are serious ... Read more
The hidden disease spread in the yoga class
I joined the yoga bandwagon many years ago to attend the heated yoga classes. Nothing like a sweat session to get me to stretch my body to places that a typical day ... Read more
The effects on diabetes on your teeth and mouth
Diabetes has a significant impact on your oral environment. Dentists can pick up symptoms in your mouth that might indicate you have diabetes before you are aware of it. High blood glucose ... Read more
Why are custom mouthguards a better choice?
Mouthguards fitted professionally by a dentist are 82% more effective in preventing dental injuries, compared to chemist or supermarket bought mouthguards, which only prevent up to 40% of injuries. 6 Reasons Why ... Read more
The wisdom tooth removal survival guide
First things first, make sure you have a movie streaming subscription and ice cream in the freezer. Then prepare to be reunited with the Tooth Fairy. How do I know if I’m ... Read more