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Why do Dentists take x-rays?By Steven Clubb (July 2020)
"Just give me the checkup and the clean, I don't need the x-rays". Some patients question if they need to have dental x-rays - thinking of them as an expensive part of their dental checkup rather than an essential part of having a healthy smile.
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Coronavirus: Am I safe at the Dentist?By Steven Clubb (June 2020)
Coronavirus has made us rethink the risks that we take in our everyday activities that can expose us to infections. In dentistry , we have been dealing with the prevention of the spread of infectious disease long before the current crisis.
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Social Isolation Tips for DentistryBy Steven Clubb (April 2020)
During the Coronavirus pandemic dentistry in Australia has been restricted to treating Dental Emergencies, checkups and limited cleaning and selected dental treatments.
There has never been a more important time to take special care of your teeth. |
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The other side of Dr StevenBy Coreena Clubb (November 2019)
This dental blog is a little different: My name is Coreena and I am Steven's wife and I am taking over this dental blog.
Most of you know "Steven the Dentist" but he is not just a dentist, many of you will not know that he is also a keen cyclist. |
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What causes bleeding gums?By Dr Steven Clubb (November 2019)
Sometimes when we brush our teeth it can result in our gums bleeding.
Is that Normal? When should you worry? We have all experienced brushing our teeth and causing our gums to bleed, but have you every brushed your hair and caused your scalp to bleed? |
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What happens when you get a dental crown?By Dr Steven Clubb (August 2019)
Most people have heard of a dental crown, but very few understand what actually happens. Years ago dental crowns took 2 or 3 visits to the dentist, the crown itself was made by an external lab which took a couple of weeks and in the meanwhile you had on a temporary crown that looked like you had a tic-tac attached to your tooth.
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What does a Dental Crown do?By Dr Steven Clubb (July 2019)
Dental crowns are really common, many people you know will have one without you ever knowing. Dental crowns are used in many circumstances - when a tooth is really damaged and needs support, to giving your tooth a different shape or colour to achieve that "Hollywood smile"
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Reasons why adult teeth don't come throughBy Dr Steven Clubb (June 2019)
It is an exciting time for children when they lose a tooth and get some extra pocket money from the tooth fairy. Usually the permanent (adult) tooth appears and fills the gap, but occasionally there is a delay in the adult tooth arriving and this can cause parents concern, so lets have a look at what is happening...
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Don't have enough money for the dentistry that you need?By Dr Steven Clubb (June 2019)
Sometimes you don't have enough money to pay for dental treatments that you need or even for a checkup and clean.
Payment plans allow you to get the dentistry that you need now and pay it off over time. Lets have a look at one of the options available at Clubb Dental to help your budget. |
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Is your child eligible for FREE dental?By Dr Steven Clubb (May 2019)
The Child Dental Benefits Scheme (CDBS) is helping millions of children receive the dentistry they need when their families do not have sufficient money or dental insurance to cover the cost.
If you have not checked already, now is the time to see if your child is eligible for FREE dentistry under the CDBS. |
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Do you still need to go to the dentist if you are seeing an Orthodontist?By Dr Steven Clubb (May 2019)
If you or your child are being treated with braces or clear aligners do you need to also make appointments to see the dentist for a checkup and clean? After all an Orthodonist also has dental training or is it doubling up?
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Have you brushed your teeth properly?By Dr Steven Clubb (April 2019)
Almost all of our patients brush their teeth every day but few manage to remove all the plaque. They don't need to try harder, or brush for longer. They need to find out where the plaque is hiding in their mouth (which bits are they missing).
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Myths and Facts about Root CanalsBy Dr Steven Clubb (March 2019)
Do you cringe when you hear the words "Root Canal"? Many people do cringe when they hear Root Canal as they are often used as an analogy for the worst experience of your life. "I'd rather have a root canal than (insert most hated activity ever)" Find out the truth...
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Have you forgotten the most important piece of sporting equipment?By Dr Steven Clubb (February 2019)
I am always amazed at the number of people I see taking to the sporting field each week, who are not wearing a mouthguard. About 1/3 of all dental injuries that we see could have been prevented by wearing a mouthguard...
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The Secrets to a Whiter Smile.By Dr Steven Clubb (January 2019)
Have you always wanted a whiter smile? Then this article could make the world of difference to you. 74% of adults believe that an unattractive smile can hurt chances of career success. So what can you do to improve your smile? As part of the ageing ...
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