Good oral health
Good oral health is fundamental to overall health and wellbeing.
Without it, a person’s general quality of life and the ability to eat, speak and socialise is compromised, resulting in pain, discomfort and embarrassment.
Oral health refers to the condition of a person’s teeth and gums, as well as the health of the muscles and bones in their mouth.
Poor oral health, affects many Australian children and adults, mainly tooth decay, gum disease and tooth loss.
Oral health generally deteriorates over a person’s lifetime.
What contributes to poor oral health?
Many factors contribute to poor oral health, including:
- consumption of sugar, tobacco and alcohol
- a lack of good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups
- a lack of fluoridation in some water supplies
- access and availability of services, including:
> affordability of private dental care
> long waiting periods for public dental care.
What is the impact of poor oral health?
The most common oral diseases affect the teeth (tooth decay, called ‘caries’) and gums (periodontal disease). Oral disease can destroy the tissues in the mouth, leading to lasting physical and psychological disability.
Tooth loss can reduce the functionality of the mouth, making chewing and swallowing more challenging, which in turn can compromise nutrition.
Poor nutrition can impair general health and exacerbate existing health conditions.
Poor oral health is also associated with a number of chronic diseases, including stroke and cardiovascular disease.
oor oral health can also affect a person’s wellbeing. Dental disease can impair a person’s appearance and speech, eroding their self-esteem, which in turn can lead to restricted participation at school, the workplace, home and other social settings.
Yandina Dental Hygienists
At Yandina Dental our Hygienists clean and polish all teeth and also provide you with individually tailored instructions and tools to perform optimal oral hygiene procedures at home, and information on your diet and health conditions relating to your oral health.
Our oral hygiene program, including assessment of your gums health, evaluation of radiographs and a review of your medical history.
Removal of *plaque and **calculus deposits (tartar) and stains from your teeth.
*Plaque is sticky, soft and usually an off-white colour. With the correct brushing and flossing plaque can be removed. However, if you don’t clean the plaque off, the bacteria release toxins that will irritate your gums—this bacteria produces the acid which causes tooth decay. With a scale and clean from one of our Dental Hygienists, we can get rid of the plaque from those places that is difficult to get to with a toothbrush and floss.
**Calculus (more commonly referred to as tartar) is different to plaque in that it is a hard, calcified build-up. And it can’t be removed with brushing and flossing. If plaque is not cleaned off your teeth the minerals in your saliva will deposit in the plaque making it calcified. Calculus can only be removed by a dentist or dental hygienist—this is the scaling part of a scale and clean.
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Unique Dental Expertise And Care
Here, at Yandina Dental, you are treated like a part of our family. Your input and comfort are highly valued and looked after, meaning you’ll never feel pressured into a treatment you don’t need. But ones that will enhance your true you.
Cutting Edge Innovative Technology
The latest technology to assist you in making a customised plan. Every smile and set of priorities are different. Our Yandina dentist works by your side to curate a care plan that fits your needs and expectations.
25+ Years Combined Experience
Being your local dental provider means you’ll always have someone by your side for emergencies or to offer unbiased advice. As your family grows with us, we’ll be your partner in health for the years (and smiles) to come here at Yandina Dental.
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We make it accessible for you to elevate and stimulate your inner self. With the flexibility and variety of our interest free payment plans. It is a very simple process to set up and we can even help you select one if preferred.
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How do I book an appointment
Call our friendly receptionist on 07 5446 8993 for more information or to arrange an appointment. We take emergency calls before 10am and are available 5 days per week, from 8.30 am to 5pm.
Enjoy our New Patient Exam and Clean offer for $199.
New Patient Implant consultations for $75.
What if I am anxious to visit the dentist?
We know it can be a daunting process, so we make sure we guide you through every step of the way and make you feel as comfortable as can be. Our team is trained to help you feel at ease from the moment you arrive in our practice, additionally we also offer IV sedation
Do you offer government rebates
We offer Child Dental Benefits Schedule rebates.
Plus we offer 10% off for Pensioners on Thursday’s.
Can I pay in installments?
We offer various competitive interest free payment plan options that will allow you to pay for your selected treatment in flexible installments.
Our Treatments
Do you offer Child Dental Benefits Schedule ?
We offer children’s dentistry treatments available under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) to those children between 2 and 17 who qualify. Eligible children from a family receiving Family Tax Benefit A or a relevant Government payment have access to a benefit cap of $1,000 over a two calendar year period. The CDBS is a good incentive and support for parents seeking the best care of their children’s oral health.
Are there any restrictions for CDBS
There are some restrictions on the CDBS such as orthodontic, cosmetic dental work and dental services provided in hospital, we can assess your children’s dentistry needs and help you determine eligibility, so that you can set your child on the way to sound oral health care patterns.
When should my child visit the dentist?
Generally speaking children should see a dentist by the time they’re one year old or when their first tooth comes through, whichever happens first. After that, we will let you know how often to bring your child for a check-up which is usually every 6-12 months.
Can my child get tooth decay?
Bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars from both food and drinks. These bacteria produce acid, which damages the outer surface of the tooth. Saliva helps to repair this damage, but if there is more damage than repair, it leaves a cavity or in the tooth which we then need to fix.
Meet Our Team
Exceptional service and quality of service. Yandina Dental have been taking care of my teeth for the past 2 years and I have not felt more confident with my smile. As soon as I walk in the door I am greeted with a lovely smile and offered a drink while I am waiting. This is the only dentist I feel confident in taking care of my teeth. All I can say is they are amazing ☺️
Freida Patient of Yandina Dental