Dr Caprara will be attending the Australian Dental Association’s convention this Friday the 10th of August until Saturday the 11th of August to see the latest dental products available in Australia. Reception at the surgery will still be operating as normal today if you would like to make an appointment for the following week.

Call us on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment or to speak to our friendly staff.

Dental Health Week, which takes place in the first full week of August, is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health promotion campaign. Its aim is to educate Australians about the importance of maintaining good oral health in every aspect of their lives.

Do you play contact sports? Do you have a properly fitted mouthguard? A professionally fitted mouthguard is vital to protect your teeth against the danger that can be sustained as a result of a blow or heavy contact. Our mouthguards are comfortable and allow for clear communication as well as coming in variety of colours. Schedule an appointment for mouthguard impressions so you can safeguard your smile.

Call us today on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment.

Today is World Oral Health Day!

Your mouth is a mirror to your body and reflects your general health and well-being.

Avoid risk factors, adopt good oral hygiene habits and have regular dental check-ups to help protect your mouth and body.

For more information on World Oral health day visit http://www.worldoralhealthday.org/

 

The way private health insurers treat people using dental and allied health services is not fair. The ADA is working to change this situation.

If you are pregnant you’re probably unsure that changes occur in the mouth during the course of your pregnancy. The most obvious change tends to be in the state of the gums – more inflammation and bleeding is usually noted. This has been related to changes in certain hormonal profiles. Thorough daily oral hygiene is essential during this time.

There is also a natural tendency to snack more often during this time. While this is understandable, it also puts you at greater risk of developing tooth decay if you are consuming food or drink that contains sugar. Being aware of the amount of snacking, and placing emphasis on more protein or fat based foods may greatly reduce your risk of developing decay.

For those females that suffer morning sickness and issues with reflux, minimising the effects of stomach acid on the teeth is key. A simple way to negate the effects of acid is to rinse with a solution of water and bi carb soda as soon as you experience any nausea that brings acid into the mouth.

Of course, having regular dental visits focused on prevention is also vital.  

Call our practice on (03) 5134 1311 if you have any further questions about your oral health during your pregnancy.

As schools in Morwell are on their annual holidays at present now is the perfect time to book your children in for a general dental check-up. Some children will be eligible for Medicare’s Child Dental Benefit Schedule. The Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule covers a broad range of basic dental services.

You can call our friendly staff on (03) 5134 1311 to see if your child is eligible.

With Christmas approaching and a New Year around the corner, make it a dental resolution to focus on prevention in 2018. How long has it been since your last examination? If it’s been more than 6 months, now is the time to make an appointment so our friendly Dentist can assess your dental health.

Call us on (03) 5134 1311 to make an appointment with us in Morwell.

Are you tired of receiving ever smaller rebate amounts while your premiums climb? Will your health fund only give you a better deal if you use one of their contracted dentists?

If you answered yes to these questions you can go to https://www.ada.org.au/time2switch/Home