The rise of influencer culture and social media health experts has made figuring out what is and isn’t good for your teeth incredibly difficult. Every day there seems to be a million and one new fads and ideas about constitutes an acceptable dental routine. Here at Highgate Hill Dental Centre, we have decided to do…
At Highgate Hill Dental Centre, we often see people who are concerned about the yellow colour of their teeth or the appearance of new marks and stains. This is a perfectly normal concern. Teeth can display a wide range of colours depending on both their internal and external environment. The outward appearance of a tooth…
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes before your trip to the dentist in Brisbane? Well, there is actually a lot of preparation work before and after your visit to ensure that you have healthy teeth and a beautiful smile. For our Brisbane dentists, the day usually kicks off around 7:30am. However, the dental…
Do I need to brush my tongue? Most people are aware of the importance of tooth brushing and flossing, however not many people know about the equally important act of tongue brushing. Every morning and every night we brush our teeth, we floss regularly to get those bits in between, but we neglect to clean…
In 2019, Highgate Hill Dental Centre celebrates 15 years of treating families at our current location on the corner of Brook Street and Gladstone Road. However, the practice itself has a history of more than 50 years in the Highgate Hill and South Brisbane area. We thought it would be fitting to take a journey…
Selecting a proper and suitable toothpaste and toothbrush is very important in developing good hygiene habits early. Recent research shows that 34.3% of children between the ages of 5 and 6 have experienced tooth decay in their baby teeth. The figures are higher again in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The same research suggests…