After a lovely yet stressful time of year you may find that your body may respond to stress from an oral health point of view. Below could be some reasons: The habit of grinding or clenching your teeth, usually while you’re sleeping, is called bruxism. It may be caused by stress. Symptoms include headaches, a
read more
Maybe you have seen how cosmetic dentistry can make a big difference in people’s appearance and self-esteem. But the cost of cosmetic procedures may seem out of reach for your budget. However, I think you should see your smile as an investment in your future. It’s how you greet the world, and it’s the
read more
Being told you have cancer can be one of life’s most traumatic events. You will probably have a lot of information about the future, your treatment options and what might happen generally. We find that most of the time your oral health, or how your diagnosis will affect your mouth and teeth, might not be
read more
If you’re like most people, the odds are good that your idea of a healthy lifestyle begins and ends with making sure you eat lots of fruit and vegetables, and get exercise as much as you can. And while both of these factors are crucially important in keeping you fit and healthy, the reality is
read more
There’s a lot going on in your mouth that isn’t visible to the naked eye, and dental x-rays allow us to see what’s happening below the surface. By taking x-rays, we can give you a comprehensive assessment of the health of your mouth. No visible signs of trouble Tooth decay can be sneaky – it
read moreDid you know cauliflower is one of the world’s healthiest foods? Sure, it’s not as exciting as its cousins: curly kale, broccoli and purple cabbage, but it sure provides a whole wealth of health promoting benefits. One of the most impressive is its excellent source of vitamin K, the hallmark of anti-inflammatory nutrients. Who would have thought that
read moreIt wasn’t a fight or a fall that made Demi Moore lose her two front teeth. Rather, the actress told Jimmy Fallon on Monday’s The Tonight Show, that stress was to blame. “I’d love to say it was skateboarding or something really kind of cool,” the 54-year-old said. “But I think I think it’s something
read more
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give much thought to how you brush your teeth, beyond squirting on some toothpaste and scrubbing back and forth. But as your dentist will tell you, how you brush your teeth matters a great deal, with how often you brush, how long you brush, the kind of
read more
Dental Health Week, which takes place in the first full week of August, is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health promotion event. Its aim is to educate Australians about the importance of maintaining good oral health in every aspect of their lives. It has three main objectives: – Promote oral health education and
read more
Warm your soul on a cold Winter’s night with this healthy option for a dessert or snack – Yum! Oat and Berry-Stuffed Baked Peaches Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Serves: 2 1/2 cup (45g) rolled oats 1/3 (45g) cup dried cranberries 2 tablespoons dried blueberries 1 tablespoon shredded coconut 1 tablesppon pepitas
read more
Privacy policy • Copyright © 2024 •Dr Patrick J Meaney & Associates • Website by viewpointdigitalmedia.com.au