Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Travel Tips" ByDr. Emma 24 July 2013Do you maintain good dental hygiene whilst travelling? Yes… no… maybe? According to HIF’s resident dental expert Dr Emma, letting your oral hygiene slip when you’re away from home can have serious consequences. In this post, Dr Emma discusses the traps that many of us fall into whilst traveling, and offers her top tips to ensure your oral hygiene is up to standard - at all times. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Invisalign"ByDr. Emma 17 July 2013Metal braces or invisible braces – which are better for your teeth? In this Q&A, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern by discussing the advantages and disadvantages of both treatments and offers advice on which type is best for her. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Baby Teeth Flying the Nest" ByDr. Emma 10 July 2013Would you know what to do if a child’s tooth was knocked out? Firstly, don’t panic. It’s always upsetting to see a kid in pain but accidents do happen. In this blog post Dr Emma explains why it’s important to know the differences between baby (“deciduous”) teeth and permanent teeth before attempting dental first aid. She also provides a handy checklist of what action to take, should you ever find yourself in this situation.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Electric Toothbrushes"ByDr. Emma 02 July 2013Electric toothbrushes – are they really better for your teeth? According to HIF dental health expert Dr Emma – the simple answer is yes! In this Q&A session, Dr Emma delves into the benefits of using an electric toothbrush and offers her expert advice on the best type of toothbrush to purchase.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "X-ray Safety" ByDr. Emma 20 June 2013Ever worried about exposure to radiation during dental x-rays? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains why dental radiographs are extremely low risk and reassures a reader that statistically, she would need to undergo 20,000 x-rays taken in a single year (or eat 2,740 bananas each day for a year) to be at risk of chronic disease. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
RCT Without Rubber DamByDr. Emma 05 June 2013Does your dentist give a dam? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a readers concern about her recent RCT treatment and explores the reasons why the use of dental dams are not practical in certain situations. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Energy Drinks" ByDr. Emma 30 May 2013How many energy drinks do you guzzle each week – one, two, seven? But hey, how bad can it be! After all, it’s just a little caffeine kick – right? Well... no, actually there’s a lot more to it than just caffeine. In fact, according to Dr Emma, a daily can of Red Bull, Monster, V or Mother is the dental equivalent of a perfect storm. In this article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the key ingredients found in energy drinks and the concerning impacts on our oral health.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Right Hand (Wo)man"ByDr. Emma 15 May 2013Do you know what a Dental Auxiliary does? Your dentist would be lost without them (just ask Dr Emma!) In this article for HIF, Dr Emma proudly introduces the various auxiliary roles and delves into their core differences. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Fluoride Tablets"ByDr. Emma 01 May 2013In her latest Q&A for HIF, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern about her son’s consumption of rainwater in the outback, and also outlines the pros and cons of supplementary fluoride tablets.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Speciality Dentistry" ByDr. Emma 24 April 2013Who knows the difference between Endodontics, Paedodontics, Periodontics and Prosthodontics? Don't fret if you don’t. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explores a range of key specialties, including the core differences and the important roles they play in our long term dental healthcare.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Colgate Plax Fresh Tea Mouthwash"ByDr. Emma 17 April 2013In her latest Q&A for HIF, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern about the effects of using mouthwash while pregnant and explains the importance of using dental products which have been thoroughly tested and proven to work.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Groovy Teeth"ByDr. Emma 20 March 2013In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a readers' question regarding her daughter's deep grooves in her teeth and how this may impact on her need for fillings.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments