Listen "Your top dental questions answered"
Episode Synopsis
Dr Anna Stokes works at the GMHBA Dental Care practice in Geelong and has more than 20 years’ experience in all aspects of family, general, complex and cosmetic dentistry.
(0.34) What is tooth decay and what causes it?
(0.37) Why do we need regular check-ups?
(0.56) What are you looking for in a check-up?
(1.44) What are some tips for brushing your teeth?
(2.29) Are electric tooth brushes better?
(3.12) Soft, medium or hard toothbrush?
(3.34) How do I choose a toothpaste?
(4.02) Do I need to use mouthwash?
(4.22) How about flossing? Do I need to do it and when?
(4.46) How should I floss?
(6.21) Why does tooth sensitivity occur and how can you help it?
(7.24) How does sugar affect the teeth?
(9.06) What about the effects of dental health on other aspects of our health?
(9.50) Are we more prone to tooth decay as we get older?
(11.14) What do we do if we get a tooth knocked out?
(12.06) Why do gums bleed?
(12.40) Are there any dangers with tooth whitening?
(14.15) Where can I find more information on this topic?
Useful Links
https://www.gmhba.com.au/dentalcare
Australian Dental Association https://www.ada.org.au/
Australian Dental Association Victoria www.adavb.net
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
(0.34) What is tooth decay and what causes it?
(0.37) Why do we need regular check-ups?
(0.56) What are you looking for in a check-up?
(1.44) What are some tips for brushing your teeth?
(2.29) Are electric tooth brushes better?
(3.12) Soft, medium or hard toothbrush?
(3.34) How do I choose a toothpaste?
(4.02) Do I need to use mouthwash?
(4.22) How about flossing? Do I need to do it and when?
(4.46) How should I floss?
(6.21) Why does tooth sensitivity occur and how can you help it?
(7.24) How does sugar affect the teeth?
(9.06) What about the effects of dental health on other aspects of our health?
(9.50) Are we more prone to tooth decay as we get older?
(11.14) What do we do if we get a tooth knocked out?
(12.06) Why do gums bleed?
(12.40) Are there any dangers with tooth whitening?
(14.15) Where can I find more information on this topic?
Useful Links
https://www.gmhba.com.au/dentalcare
Australian Dental Association https://www.ada.org.au/
Australian Dental Association Victoria www.adavb.net
At the time of publication, GMHBA have provided current, evidence-based information, however information contained in these podcasts should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Views expressed in this podcast are not necessarily the view of GMHBA and we make no representation regarding the quality, accuracy or completeness of the information. GMHBA is not liable for any loss or damage suffered arising out of the reliance on the information, text, photos or advertisements used in this podcast, except that which cannot be excluded by law. All materials appearing in GMHBA’s Healthier Together podcast is copyright.
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