Why are dental checkups important? Regular dental checkups catch problems early and keep your mouth healthy.
Most of us don’t spend too much time thinking about our saliva. You may think it’s gross, but your saliva is really your mouth’s superhero.
Did you know your diet can have an impact on the health of your teeth and gums? For strong teeth and healthy gums, here are five vitamins to include in your meals.
There are plenty of old wives’ tales that exist about our teeth so we've asked Dr Adam Alford, dentist at Bupa Dental Brisbane, the truth about some common mouthcare misconceptions.
Need a little motivation to stick with healthy habits? Here, we walk you through some of the apps that can help you take better care of your and your family’s teeth.
If your gums are pulling away from your teeth, it’s important to take action so the condition doesn’t cause bigger problems down the track.
Don’t dismiss a dry-mouth feeling. It can impact the health of your teeth – and may be a sign of an underlying problem.
Find out the truth about diet soft drinks, sugar-free energy drinks and sparkling water and how they can affect your teeth and oral health.
As we head into the colder months of the year, it's important that you understand how illness can affect us - particularly those who may be at a higher risk for complications, such as older loved ones.
Maybe you feel a dull, throbbing pain in your jaw. Maybe one side of your mouth hurts when you bite down on something. Maybe you get a sharp pain whenever you drink a cold beverage.
Whether you're heading out on a date, a work lunch, or brunch with friends, there's more to think about when choosing items from the menu than how they might affect your waistline.
How often should you see a dentist? The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think and can depend on your individual circumstances and risk factors.
If you have diabetes, it's also important to know how this increases your risk of developing certain oral health conditions, and how you can lower these risks.
It's not just the stuff of sci-fi anymore: nowadays, plenty of people use voice-activated assistants like Amazon's Alexa, Apple's Siri and Google Assistant to help make their lives a little easier.
Bad breath or "halitosis" is relatively common. It's caused by a group of bacteria that live in your mouth. Here are six ways you can try to help beat bad breath.
While some myths may not be harmful, misconceptions about our health can be a different matter. See if any of these persistent myths could be affecting your oral health or general wellbeing.
Here's how your oral health can take a hit while you're travelling, as well as some tips for keeping your smile healthy - even when you're off on an adventure!
Many people opt for the cheapest product available, but there can be several factors other than cost that you should keep in mind. Here are a few pointers for the next time you need to stock up.
Read this quick guide to find out more about manual versus electric toothbrushes, water flossers, tongue scrapers and other products to consider.
Whether you're outside at the BBQ or in the kitchen, try these tasty, tooth-friendly recipes that the whole family will love.