Diet & Nutrition – You are what you eat!

You are what you eat! Your diet and nutrition play a major role in the health of your teeth and gums.  "Eat well, smile bright." You might've heard this phrase before. But did you know the depth of truth it holds? If you're looking for a radiant smile, it's worth understanding the relationship ...

From the food we eat to our daily activities, lifestyle plays a significant role in determining overall health. But often, there's a gap in our awareness about the profound impact our lifestyle choices have on oral health.   If you’re like most people, the odds are good that your idea of a he...

Have you ever considered that the secret to overall health lies within your mouth and having good oral health habits? Our mouth is not just the entry point for our daily nutrition; it's the initial checkpoint for our general health. And what you put in can affect all aspects of your health includ...

Is the sight of a toothbrush enough to make your child fling themselves on the floor in tears? Or, is it an uphill battle to convince them to stay still while brushing morning and night? Good oral hygiene from an early age is crucial in protecting your child’s precious smile from tooth decay an...

Do you suffer from headaches, have pain or difficulty chewing? Or maybe you just have a constant stiff or locked jaw? If so, you may suffer from Temporomandibular joint disorder, otherwise known as TMD. In the following blog we are going to cover what TMD is, the symptoms associated with TMD and ...

Did you know that you can start caring for your little one’s oral health when they’re newly born? That’s right! You don’t need to wait for that first tooth to emerge. And, when your child’s first tooth does come in, there are extra ways to care for it at home with ease. Keeping healthy ...

Did you know that more and more Aussies are whitening their teeth than ever before? In fact, over 22% of Aussies are now whitening their teeth - that’s an increase of 8% in just 5 years! Only 1 in 3 adults whitened their teeth with a dental professional. That means over 64% of us are having our...

Dummies are often lifelines when it comes to long, tear-filled nights with your little one. With the soothing, suckling motion that comes naturally to babies, it’s not surprising that some also go for their thumbs or fingers to settle. Despite the reprieve dummy and thumb sucking may bring, you...

Football, hockey, and soccer – just a few of the sports that come to mind when we think of sports that require facial protection including the wearing of a mouthguard. But you may not have known that there are many sports that also carry a high risk of sustaining a dental injury and wearing a m...

The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) covers some, or the total, cost of certain essential dental services for eligible children. These eligible children need to be aged between two and 17 years old to receive the CDBS. The Australian Government introduced the CDBS in January 2014 to help imp...

What do I need to know about teeth whitening? Do you look at your teeth and wish they were brighter? Perhaps you wish you had a magic wand to erase any staining or discolouration. If this sounds familiar, you might find that teeth whitening could help you achieve the smile of your dreams. Bef...

This week it was announced that 1300SMILES Dentists, founded and led by Dr Daryl Holmes, is joining Abano Group as a new brand beside Maven and Lumino. 1300SMILES Dentists has grown from a single practice in 1992 to a 34 strong practice network to become one of the best known and respected dental...

Your guide to dental crowns: What are they, and when would you need them If you have a cracked, broken or damaged tooth, a dentist may recommend you get a dental crown. But what is a dental crown, and how could it help you? We’ve put together a quick guide to explain what this treatment is, ho...

Do you feel yourself hiding your teeth during photos? Maybe your dentist is concerned about your bite and has recommended braces. After all, having straighter teeth goes beyond appearances. Teeth straightening can help: keep your teeth and gums cleaner reduce stress on your jaw joint from a ...

Many parents may delay their child’s first dental visit until their little one has most or all of their baby teeth. However, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) recommends that children visit the dentist within six months of their first tooth arriving or when they are 12-months-old – whichev...

A  fissure seal – or fissure sealant – is a preventative measure where a dentist applies a protective layer into deep grooves and pits (fissures) on your chewing teeth (your molars). This measure helps safeguard your teeth from harmful bacteria that cause decay and other oral health issues over...

The wedding day countdown is on! Whether you’re tying the knot in just a few weeks, months, or years the team at 1300SMILES Dentists can help you get your smile wedding ready. We offer a range of cosmetic dental treatments including teeth whitening, veneers and crowns. Discover our options belo...

Raise your hand if you have ever thought about trying one of the countless DIY videos on social media. There seems to be a DIY hack for almost anything, including teeth whitening. Do these DIY’s really work or is it all just movie magic? We have broken down two of the most common DIY teeth whit...

Wedding season is here! With many couples choosing this time of year to tie the knot, the final wedding day preparations will be well and truly under way. Since you’ll be spending the entire day smiling from ear to ear, it’s important not to forget your teeth! A teeth whitening treatment before ...

Not all adult teeth grow in how they should and having a straight and beautiful smile can be a very contentious issue for some teenagers as it can affect self-esteem and self-confidence. Orthodontics has changed with multiple different options now available on the market, you are no longer negated i...

If you have a set of Dentures you would understand the integral role they play in your day-to-day life. Not only do they assist in jaw functionality and help with things like speaking and eating, they also give the wearer the confidence of a full smile. In the following blog, we are going to give...

Between the ages of 10 to 14 can be a very challenging time for your teen/pre-teen, with lots of things changing around them like the transition between primary and high school not to mention the hormones! As your teen grows and transitions it is important to understand how these years can affect...

Dentist in the Spotlight Dr Mark Bien Bico Welcome everyone to the April edition of 1300SMILES Dentist in the spotlight series. In this edition, we were able to sit down with Dr Mark Bien Bico from 1300SMILES Mackay. Dr Mark is a North Queensland product and James Cook University alumni. Dr Ma...

Does just the thought of eating or drinking something hot or cold make your mouth hurt? Well, you are not alone, tooth sensitivity is common and can be caused by a multitude of things such as diet or even oral trauma, however, no two cases are the same and for more complex problems diagnosis by d...