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
Are veneers the answer for the perfect smile?
Veneers have exploded in popularity in recent years. Although they have been used to help average people with serious sizing and shape issues with their teeth, they can also be used to ... Read more
Implants can save your smile and the rest of your teeth
As well as affecting the appearance of your smile, missing teeth can lead to more serious long-term issues for the rest of your mouth. Implants provide much needed stability and strength, offering ... 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
What should you do in a dental emergency for a knocked-out tooth?
With hockey sticks swinging and the footy season underway, do you know what to do if someone were to lose a tooth or have it chipped in an accident? Although our teeth ... 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
We are now QIP accredited
For our patients, this effectively means that the quality service we have always been committed to providing is not just a philosophy and a mission statement. It is something we actually are ... Read more
Why oral health is so important while pregnant
Pregnancy is a time to take extra special care of your teeth and gums. That’s because hormonal changes in your body during pregnancy can increase your chances of developing gum disease. Clinical studies have revealed that mouth infections have been ... Read more