Smart Smiles Blog

Fear of the Dentist: words of comfort from Dr Helen

It’s been five, ten, even fifteen years since you’ve scheduled a dental appointment. Thoughts of sitting in the chair, the sound of the drill, the smell, the childhood memories of having to line up at school dental to be seen ...

Full mouth dental implants – the uncensored guide

Full mouth dental implants – the complete guide So I’ve been meaning to create a guide for my patients who are thinking about having full mouth implants for ages, but I’m always so busy that I never get a chance ...

How Many Implants are Required for Full Mouth Dental Implants?

All-On-4 is a well-known name in full mouth dental implants, and for good reason. There is an ample amount of research and evidence that it does work, and it’s very cost-effective in replacing all of your teeth. All-On-4 is a ...

Do Porcelain Veneers Stain?

One of the best things about porcelain veneers is how resistant they are to staining. If you’re a tea or coffee-drinker and worried about your veneers staining? Breathe easy. Quality porcelain veneers don’t tend to stain as easily as composite ...

Can I Have Dental Implants if I Have Osteoporosis?

While many people are suitable candidates for dental implants, one of the most common conditions that can complicate dental implant surgery is osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is on the rise in Australia and more and more patients are being diagnosed with the ...

What is a bone scan for dental implants?

What is a Dental Bone Scan? If you’re considering a dental implant, Dr Helen will ask you to have a Cone Beam CT (bone scan) done.  Unlike the little x-ray radiographs that you get done in the chair that show ...

Will my dental implant look like the rest of my teeth?

Will anybody be able to tell I have a dental implant? Will an implant look like the rest of your teeth? The short answer? It depends. The long answer? It depends on the following factors: The surgeon you choose: Depending on ...

What can I do about a gummy smile?

One of the common cosmetic complaints patients have about their smile is not crooked teeth or yellowing enamel, but about ‘gummy smiles,’ where much of the gum is visible when the lip is raised in smiling.  Luckily there are solutions ...

Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

Am I a good candidate for dental implants? As implant technology progresses, dental implants are becoming an option for more and more people. In fact, it’s very rare that we see patients in the clinic who have no option of ...

Should I get fixed or removable implant bridges?

Should I get fixed or removable implant bridges? When you’re considering total teeth replacement implants, one of the options to consider are whether you want fixed implant bridges that stay attached to the implants at all times or fixed/removable implant ...

How can I whiten my teeth naturally?

How Can I Whiten My Teeth Naturally? Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments available. With the advent of Instagram and the desire to have a picture-perfect smile, bright white teeth are the first step in ...

Are dental implants covered by health insurance?

How much do dental implants cost? It’s our most common question. Cost varies on the extent of the procedure required.  For straightforward dental implant treatment candidates, the cost in Australia averages between $3,500 to over $5,000 depending on a number ...

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