31 July 2017
Tips For A Safe Summer For Your Mouth
Your summer calendar might already be full with fun activities. But it is still important to stay on top of your regular dental care and to schedule those required dental...
Read More12 June 2017
5 Dental Health Tips for Diabetics
Diabetes is on the increase for various reasons and at Brightside Dental, we see many diabetic patients. Most people will have friends or family members who are diabetic. Diabetes Week...
Read More05 June 2017
National Smile Month 2017
National Smile Month takes place between May15th to June 15th this year. This campaign was created 40 years ago and its goal is to improve people’s oral health. It focuses on...
Read More23 May 2017
10 Top Tips to Keep Your Childrens Teeth Cavity Free
Is your child playing with the toothbrush rather than getting any actual brushing done? Is the toothpaste falling off the bristles every time? Are they insisting on eating sweets before...
Read More02 May 2017
Is Thumbsucking A Problem?
Thumbsucking (or finger sucking) can be an appropriate and useful behaviour for young children. It allows comfort and often entertain themselves. It's often a dilemma as a parent whether to...
Read More18 April 2017
Effects Of Eating Disorders On The Teeth
One of the main causes of damage to the teeth is due to erosion and it is something we are increasingly seeing with our patients. There are two main categories...
Read More11 April 2017
Easter Treats : Tips For Good Dental Health
With Easter comes an abundance of sugary treats, which can undo all the good dental habits practiced during the year. It's not just children who love Easter eggs, most of us...
Read More20 March 2017
Tips To End Your Sugar Addiction
Sugar is your teeth’s unfavourable friend. Sugar-related dental problems remain one of the most widespread causes of poor oral health. By reducing the amount of sugar in your diet, it will...
Read More14 March 2017
Sugar – The Tooth Killler
We live in the real world. Sweet foods and chocolates are part of our everyday lives and its unrealistic to suggest that we will just stop having anything sweet. Every...
Read More06 February 2017
Give Your Mouth Some Lovin’ This Valentines
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, thus it is the perfect opportunity to take a closer look at our oral health. A simple smile is a great asset for...
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