Question for Dr Emma - "Removing Amalgams"ByDr. Emma 14 August 2013Amalgam fillings - should you have them removed? According to Dr Emma, “Although recent evidence has shown that the removal of amalgam fillings will reduce the level of mercury in your body, it is yet to be seen whether or not there are any long term health benefits.” In this post, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concerns by explaining the best way to remove old amalgam restorations. She also discusses why it’s important to weigh up the perceived benefits with the potential risks before completing this procedure. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Truth in Advertising" ByDr. Emma 07 August 2013“Tested by dentists”, “Clinically proven”, “Kills 99% of germs” – are these slogans fact or fiction? In this blog post, Dr Emma delves into the many marketing spiels related to oral hygiene, distinguishes the truth from the hype and offers her expert advice on how to become a ‘savvy consumer.’Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Caveman Cleaning"ByDr. Emma 31 July 2013Ever wondered how cavemen kept their teeth clean without chemicals? According to Dr Emma, chemicals like Fluoride were actually part of prehistoric population’s oral hygiene routine, they just didn’t know it! In this post, Dr Emma answers a reader’s question regarding the type of products she should use to maintain her dental hygiene, and explains why it’s important not to be sucked into the marketing hype of the words ‘organic’ and ‘natural’.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Travel Tips" ByDr. Emma 24 July 2013Do you maintain good dental hygiene whilst travelling? Yes… no… maybe? According to HIF’s resident dental expert Dr Emma, letting your oral hygiene slip when you’re away from home can have serious consequences. In this post, Dr Emma discusses the traps that many of us fall into whilst traveling, and offers her top tips to ensure your oral hygiene is up to standard - at all times. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Invisalign"ByDr. Emma 17 July 2013Metal braces or invisible braces – which are better for your teeth? In this Q&A, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern by discussing the advantages and disadvantages of both treatments and offers advice on which type is best for her. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Baby Teeth Flying the Nest" ByDr. Emma 10 July 2013Would you know what to do if a child’s tooth was knocked out? Firstly, don’t panic. It’s always upsetting to see a kid in pain but accidents do happen. In this blog post Dr Emma explains why it’s important to know the differences between baby (“deciduous”) teeth and permanent teeth before attempting dental first aid. She also provides a handy checklist of what action to take, should you ever find yourself in this situation.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Electric Toothbrushes"ByDr. Emma 02 July 2013Electric toothbrushes – are they really better for your teeth? According to HIF dental health expert Dr Emma – the simple answer is yes! In this Q&A session, Dr Emma delves into the benefits of using an electric toothbrush and offers her expert advice on the best type of toothbrush to purchase.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "X-ray Safety" ByDr. Emma 20 June 2013Ever worried about exposure to radiation during dental x-rays? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma explains why dental radiographs are extremely low risk and reassures a reader that statistically, she would need to undergo 20,000 x-rays taken in a single year (or eat 2,740 bananas each day for a year) to be at risk of chronic disease. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
RCT Without Rubber DamByDr. Emma 05 June 2013Does your dentist give a dam? In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a readers concern about her recent RCT treatment and explores the reasons why the use of dental dams are not practical in certain situations. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Energy Drinks" ByDr. Emma 30 May 2013How many energy drinks do you guzzle each week – one, two, seven? But hey, how bad can it be! After all, it’s just a little caffeine kick – right? Well... no, actually there’s a lot more to it than just caffeine. In fact, according to Dr Emma, a daily can of Red Bull, Monster, V or Mother is the dental equivalent of a perfect storm. In this article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the key ingredients found in energy drinks and the concerning impacts on our oral health.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma - "Right Hand (Wo)man"ByDr. Emma 15 May 2013Do you know what a Dental Auxiliary does? Your dentist would be lost without them (just ask Dr Emma!) In this article for HIF, Dr Emma proudly introduces the various auxiliary roles and delves into their core differences. Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments
Question for Dr Emma - "Fluoride Tablets"ByDr. Emma 01 May 2013In her latest Q&A for HIF, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern about her son’s consumption of rainwater in the outback, and also outlines the pros and cons of supplementary fluoride tablets.Category:Dental HealthRead More0 Comments