Author: Dave Houston

For many, the thought of sitting in a dentist’s chair is enough to make their hearts race and their palms sweat. Dental anxiety is more common than you might think—studies show that up to 75% of people experience a level of fear when it comes to visiting the dentist. But you’re not alone, and there are ways to manage and even overcome that anxiety, so you can get the care and treatment you need with a bit more peace of mind. The Root of Dental Anxiety It isn't just the sound of a drill or th...
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With the rise in the cost of living, many people are looking at alternate options when it comes to their health care. This includes dental care. Approximately, 15000 Australians travel overseas each year for dental and medical reasons. It can be luring to think you may be able to have an exotic holiday and possible savings on treatment but it is very important to consider the following points:   Quality of Care: The standard of dental care can vary significantly by country, and not ...
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Oral cancer is a potentially fatal disease that can affect people of all ages. It is an aggressive disease with a survival rate of only 50% over 5 years. Oral cancer can often go undetected until the cancer is advanced as patients often do not experience any symptoms.   Causes of Oral Cancer  Any kind of smoking -  vaping, cigarette smoking, cigars, marijuana and any other inhalation habit where you burn the throat Alcohol consumption - Cancer risk increases with lo...
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Dr  Michael Hearsch  has helped thousands of people get their smiles back over the past 35 years and he visits Dbay Dental every Friday. Michael uses international standards in all our treatments including state of the art aesthetics and treatment procedures to ensure long lasting results. So what appliances are available through Dr Michael Hearsch? Removable partial dentures - for  patients who are missing some of their teeth on a particular arch.  Comp...
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Dr Michel Zabik offers dental implants as a long-term solution for missing teeth for suitable candidates here at DBay Dental! Dental implants are a great option for replacing either a single tooth or multiple teeth. Dental implants are as strong as your natural teeth so you can still enjoy your favourite foods without the worry of breaking the implant. Dental implants are made from titanium and bonds to your jaw bone overtime. The implant process takes place over a few appointments, how m...
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          We understand that getting your child to the dentist may seem like an overwhelming task, any medical intervention can cause anxiety for some children which can affect them later in life as adults. Our goal is to provide the highest quality treatment to children in a nurturing environment that enables them the confidence to continue their dental health journey. With the school holidays upon us it's no better time to not only bring our older ch...
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