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Have Healthy Teeth? Checkups Are Still Important!

Always had great teeth and it’s been years since you hit any kind of dental obstacles? This might have you thinking there’s no real need to schedule an appointment with your dentist, but before you realize it you’ll have consecutively skipped your appointment for years. While you may think your present oral health saves you a visit from the dentist, here’s why it’s absolutely necessary to schedule a checkup every 6 months at Port Melbourne Dental. Prevention is better than the cure The biggest advantage of these 6-month checkups is that they help common dental problems become entirely preventable. This … Continue reading

Easiest Cosmetic Dental Treatments Worth Considering!

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Wondering which cosmetic dental treatments will give you the most comprehensive results? Sometimes, a complex smile makeover isn’t necessary! A few well-placed procedures might be all you need to boost your smile. If you’re looking for quick, affordable and comfortable choices, here are our top 3 recommendations! Teeth Whitening Professional teeth whitening is an effective and safer method when compared to over-the-counter kits. Store-bought products are often made up of weaker solutions to apply to everyone. Hence, they don’t work as efficiently as a professional treatment would. Maintenance will also be far easier with professional treatment because you can simply … Continue reading

4 Main Causes of Cavities

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Do you find yourself prone to cavities? You don’t have to just cut down on your candy to reduce your risk of cavities, there are several other reasons why you may be experiencing tooth decay more than most. Here are four main causes of cavities to watch out for! Sport drinks It isn’t just fizzy drinks you need to be on the lookout for! There are plenty of other drinks, like sports drinks and sodas that are filled with sugar and acids. Since these are liquids, they are capable of reaching every surface in your mouth, which means your enamel … Continue reading “4 Main Causes of Cavities”

When Should You Wear a Mouth guard?

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Your smile can be protected and maintained using different dental techniques and appliances- mouth guards being a common option. Mouthguards come in various sizes and shapes, each usually distinct to suit a specific purpose. At PMD, we recommend the below mouthguards based on your specific needs and smile! Bite splint These are smaller mouthguards, usually designed for use during the day time. This splint usually covers only your front teeth, but it helps individuals suffering from bruxism (clenching and grinding) to naturally relax their TMJ muscles as well as facial muscles in order to prevent any additional strain on their … Continue reading

4 Reasons to Consider Sedation Dentistry

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Sedation is frequently used in a lot of dental procedures! At Port Melbourne Dental, we understand that some patients find a visit to the dentist to be a stressful experience, which is why we try our best to ease your mind and offer a smooth dental experience during treatments. Here’s why you should opt for sedation the next time you visit our clinic! Lessens anxiety This applies to patients who suffer from dental phobia. For such patients, the smallest stimulation from sounds to smells and certain equipment can induce a high degree of anxiety. Our best method of ensuring the … Continue reading