Is the pain at your dentist being managed this way?
Pain and dentists.
It’s an association experienced universally, is based on fear and is frequently misplaced. In the long term, it could also cause more actual (rather than imaged) pain....
FLOSS IS BOSS – Dr Mark helps us mere mortals
End of financial year greetings
Is anyone else blown away by just how quickly this year has rolled around. It’s already nearing the end of June and it only seems like five minutes ago we ...
What is it about Amalgam fillings that is contentious?
Amalgam fillings are a contentious issue among dentists, but it never used to be that way.
Back in 1986 when Diana Ross sang the number one hit Chain Reaction and I graduated from ...
Why root canal treatment gets a bad rap?
Root canal treatment gets a bad rap, doesn’t it?
You only need to search Dr Google and you’ll discover why.
There is every myth under the sun perpetuated by people who may not have...
Sugar – are we in the midst of a war?
Sugar! Decay! Are you at risk?
While we are all at risk, and indeed many of us are consuming far more sugar than we should on a daily basis, teenagers face the biggest threat. The good news...
When is Myobrace a good idea for straightening kids teeth?
When is Myobrace a good idea? Great question and a perfect blog topic for a Gold Coast dentist who wants to provide options for patients.
Is it the next big thing?
When you've been in ...
Dental as ‘Easter’ thing – Newsletter
Easter time and that means new life, right?!
Not feeling it? Let’s help you!
As the momentum of the year kicks in, it can sometimes feel like we need a re-set. On our worst days, ...
Invisalign is it worth it? A Gold Coast dentist views on straightening teeth
No doubt about it, Invisalign is a hot topic in dental and orthodontic circles.
For patients who’ve felt discomfort, embarrassment and crooked teeth - sometimes for a lifetime - it’s...
7 Signs A Man Is Avoiding The Dentist
7 Signs A Man Is Avoiding The Dentist
I'm a man and I'm a dentist so I feel really confident writing this blog about men avoiding dentists.
There are many reasons people avoid dentists, ...
Australian dental researchers develop pioneering gum vaccine
In a move that could substantially reduce the need for surgery or antibiotics for people suffering from severe gum disease, scientists based at Melbourne University's Oral Health CRC have ...
World Oral Health Day survey exposes oral health myths
Today on World Oral Health Day, FDI World Dental Federation and the Australian Dental Association (ADA) are recognising how integral oral health is to our over wellbeing by busting the myths...
Dental news – Newsletter – March 2017
Dental news to you!
It’s kind of hard to believe we’re already well and truly into the year with the beginning of March looming just around the corner.
Already things have been ...
Teeth whitening: The No. 1 dental tip for loving your smile
As a dentist’s wife, you have some funny conversations with people. Teeth whitening is almost always part of them.
Hardly dinner party material, I find these conversations head into ...
Gold Coast Dentist in Helensvale, Southport, Oxenford
Dental as Anything has been providing quality dental care on the Gold Coast for nearly 30 years.
In this video, hear directly from Dr Mark, a Gold Coast Dentist and owner of Dental as ...
The scary dentist habit that should ring alarm bells with every patient
In a previous blog, I wrote about a patient whose reason for coming to me - a sore tooth - led to the discovery he was suffering from advanced stage gum disease.
Sadly, advanced stage gum...
Does the dentist near me think preventative and long term? This is big dental question.
Does your dentist near me, known for wanting patients to stick to a regime of good oral hygiene?
More than just brushing and flossing, a good dentist near me wants to instil a regimen of ...
Gum disease: innocent, sneaky or just plain sinister?
Gum disease: innocent, sneaky or just plain sinister?
The answer to the gum disease question posed here is actually “all of the above”.
Yes, it’s true, gum disease can be ...
Kids Teeth – Confessions of a Dentist Wife
How do I keep my kids teeth completely cavity-free without insane amounts of effort?
My kids teeth had cavities.
There, I said it. That secret I’ve been holding onto for, well, a ...
Learn something new about your dental care!
Learn something new about preventative dental care.
Preventative dental is not just a message we teach and share with our patients. It’s one we live by as well.
Recently, Dr Mark’s...
Dental as Anything stylin’ is random acts of kindness
Dental as Anything? Random acts of kindness? Who does them? How long since you were on the receiving end of one?
Is it just a tired, old cliche? Or could a random act of kindness be a...
Teeth are surprisingly strong but not indestructible!
Our teeth are a signpost for our health as much as they are an indicator of the age and stage we're at in life.
We may not consciously think of it as such, but this relationship with ...
Best solutions in preventing oral cancer
Did you know that dentist's can check for oral cancer?
We know how important it is to go to the doctor for regular check-ups and what we should do to keep our bodies in tip-top shape. But...
A dentist’s view on prevention
It may seem somewhat self-serving for a dentist to be sharing his personal views on prevention, after all it works in my favour if my patients adhere to the prevention principle, right?
I...
Why do people think dental crowns are a good idea?
One of the most satisfying aspects of my practice is working together with patients to craft a solution they are not only happy with, but a solution that also meets their needs, works, and ...
Are dentures right for you?
Let’s start the “are dentures right for you?” question by asking a couple more questions.
Have you ever suffered the discomfort of having lost or damaged teeth AND then lived with ...
