One of the most common questions we receive at Eve Dental from parents, is — “What age is it best to bring my child to the dentist for their first visit?” Contrary to common belief about milk teeth being transitional and therefore not important, many parents are starting to realise that emerging baby teeth need to be looked after just as carefully as we look after our own permanent teeth.

Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for overall health, and while brushing your teeth twice a day is a well-established habit for most, flossing often gets overlooked. However, flossing is an essential component of a comprehensive oral care routine. Let’s explore why flossing is so important and how it benefits your dental health.

Have you ever looked at old photographs of yourself and noticed that your teeth don’t look as long or white as they used to be? Noticing that your teeth are starting to look a lot like grandad’s short straight edged teeth or grandma’s dentures?

Ouch! Ever feel that sharp sting of sensitivity when you’re trying to enjoy an ice cream or that ice cold drink on a sunny day?

It might be dentine hypersensitivity.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth aren’t looking as bright or white as they used to be?

As our population is shifting to an increase in the elderly who still have their own teeth, treatment and approaches change as factors influencing your teeth and gums change.

If snoring or problems breathing easily is an issue for you or your child, your Eve Dentist will start with a review of the contributing factors which may include:

• receded chin (jaw positioned too far back)

• allergies causing constant nose blockage and sinus problems, mouth breathing

• excessive tiredness

If you have children 17 years or younger, this edition of our Newsletter will be particularly relevant to you — please read on …

The New School year is upon us, and thousands of children are starting school for the first time, or entering a new year level. With two mothers of kindergarten children within our Eve Dental family, it’s been exciting for us to share in the joy of our young friends’ lives as they prepare for a new start.

When it comes to maintaining a healthy smile, the type of toothbrush you use can make a significant difference. With so many options available, you might wonder whether an electric toothbrush is worth the investment or if a regular manual toothbrush is sufficient.

Mid-winter greetings from the team at Eve Dental!

It’s that time of year when the cold winter blues can make it just that more difficult to wake up in the morning. Are you waking up tired, fatigued with a headache every morning?

If you’re experiencing this on a regular basis, there may be more to it.

Did you know that saliva plays a large part in maintaining your oral health? It’s easy to take saliva for granted; for the better part of youth and adulthood, saliva is simply a natural part of life. Yet, as we enter into our senior years, the salivary glands (like many glands and organs in the human body) experience a marked decrease in function.

What’s the top thing you think of when you hear the words “gastric reflux?” Probably heartburn, right? But, as it turns out, you should probably be taking a closer look at your teeth.