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Should you try oil pulling?
Maybe you’ve seen something about it on the Internet, or a friend of a friend swears by it—but you’re not sure exactly what it is. “Oil pulling” (swishing oil in the mouth) is a growing trend, but it’s...
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Eating disorders hurt more than you think
Eating disorders are serious and complex conditions that can become life threatening if not treated. Something that is not usually considered is the permanent effects that these conditions have on the...
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When eating bites
Bite Dental also works closely with the Centre for Integrative Health which specialises in weight management and eating disorders. The team consists of psychologists, nutritionists and exercise...
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Congratulations
Here's what's happened recently! Congratulations to Stacey and Aaron who are now engaged! What an awesome location to make things official too—Uluru. We wish you all the happiness guys! Also, a...
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Recent infection control breaches in dentistry
You may be aware of the recent media and public interest in the standards of infection control in dentistry. Last month, an announcement was made by the NSW Health and Dental Council that infection...
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Free business marketing for a good cause
Our friend Carson from SEO Expert is offering some very generous services as a part of the Pay-It-Forward Campaign. This year Carson and his team are raising funds for the Starlight Children’s...
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New challenges in dentistry for the elderly
Within the increasing older Australian population, there is a significant group at very high risk of developing complex oral diseases and dental problems—institutionalised older adults in Australian...
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Sleeping is part of our job!
Julia has been busy completing some additional studies this year in the very interesting area of sleep dentistry. She also spends one day a week working across the hall at Oventus which fabricate sleep...
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Posture and teeth grinding—TMJ problems
Troubled by jaw pain? If you’ve tried everything from correcting your bite and relaxing your jaw at night to addressing bad habits like biting your fingernails, you should take a look at your...
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A fun freebie that could save your teeth
Would you know what to do if you or someone you know had their tooth knocked out? If you're sporty, have kids or a physical job—then this one's for you! Accidents happen and there is poor information...
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Why you should NEVER ignore a mouth ulcer that won’t heal
Are you prone to getting mouth ulcers? There are a number of different contributing factors and presentations of mouth ulcers; thankfully most are harmless and heal on their own however there are some...
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Don't be bullied by Health Insurance companies
If there's one thing that gets us heated at Bite it's that our clients are being short-changed by Health Insurance companies. At Bite we stand by our philosophy to provide the highest quality care for...
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The “Sunshine Vitamin”—Could Vitamin D be the secret weapon in fighting decay...
Dental caries continues to be a prominent disease in children. Past scientific studies, conducted around World War II, demonstrated a 50 percent reduction in dental caries in children by increasing...
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Help for sleep apnoea
Oventus is the home of the Oventus Clearway Device™ (OCD) which is a brand new way to treat sleep apnoea that is changing lives! The OCD is a custom-made, comfortable, clinically-proven oral device...
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Teeth grinding—a red flag for sleep apnoea
We all know about the importance of sleep, and we know we should be getting more of it. When you wake up exhausted, drag yourself to work or hit that afternoon slump, it’s easy to assume that you...
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Shout out to Ian
Ian Wood is a long term patient of Bite and over time we’ve seen him achieve many impressive and challenging accomplishments. This year he has published is first book “Surefire Guide to Small Business...
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Coconut water and your teeth
Everything you eat and drink affects the health of your body and your mouth, but some of the most concentrated and destructive combinations of acid and sugar are found in the beverages that many of us...
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Welcome Helen
Helen obtained a degree in Oral Health Therapy from the University of Queensland. Alongside three years of study, Helen was a dental assistant in private practice and also completed some part-time work...
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Bupa pips Medibank in revenue stakes
According to an article which appeared in the Australian Financial Review on 10 March 2016, Bupa surpassed Medibank Private for the year ended 31 December 2015, with premium revenue of $6.142 billion,...
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Goodbye from Jenna
It’s with a heavy heart I announce that I will be saying goodbye to Bite Dental this year. My partner and I are making a move overseas to begin a new chapter—the complicated part about meeting someone...
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Fluoride—the great debate
The controversy over water fluoridation is one without much middle ground. Advocates are seen as big-government, corporate followers intent on dumping industrial waste products into our water supply...
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New faces
In May and June we are saying farewell to two of our most familiar faces of the practice. Lyn-Maree and Jenna’s chapters at Bite Dental will be coming to a close at the end of this financial year and...
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Final touches
We’ve finally completed the final touches of our refreshed studio. Next time you’re in have a read of our feature walls that now tie the whole Bite story together. Although Bite Dental as it stands has...
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Botox in dental care—worlds apart or a perfect match
Many of us think of Botox primarily as a cosmetic treatment for lines and wrinkles on the face, but the botulinum toxin that Botox is derived from has a long history of medically therapeutic uses. With...
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Final farewell from Jenna
I would just like to thank everyone for their kind messages and well wishes! It has been very touching to receive such lovely words of thanks considering that I put instruments in people’s mouths while...
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The mouth is a mirror of your overall nutritional health
In modern Western culture, the ‘nutrition and wellness’ industry is teeming with continuous revolving doors of trends, fads and superfoods. However, the science of fundamental human nutrition as...
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Introducing Kateryna
Or you can call me Kat! I feel honoured to receive such a warm welcome into the Bite family.I graduated from the University of Queensland back in 2007 (feels like yesterday) and have been specialising...
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Do you think you might have a sugar addiction problem? You are not alone!
Recent research conducted by the University of Sydney suggests that half of the Australian population are exceeding their free sugar intake by a whopping 50%.1 Children and adolescents are the worst...
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The legend of the Tooth Fairy
Do you remember placing your baby teeth under a pillow and having money magically appear the next day? A visit from a Tooth Fairy is a very big deal for a lot of children. Over many centuries parents...
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Introducing Amelia and Danika
We are very excited to welcome two new staff members to the practice—Amelia and Danika. Amelia is the new friendly face at reception. Growing up in North Queensland, Amelia moved to Brisbane 10 years...
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Farewell Stacey
This month we farewell our beloved team member Stacey She enjoyed taking care of everyone at Bite Dental for three and a half years. However felt like it was time for her to embrace a different career...
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Simon is currently participating in the “22 push-up” challenge. He was nominated by one of his friends to raise the awareness of PTSD and suicide among war veterans. Jump on our Facebook page and watch...
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When should I bring my child for their first dental visit?
Here at Bite Dental we often get asked when kids should visit the dentist for the first time. The short answer is around their 1st birthday. This age will help your child to get familiar with the...
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Welcome Dr Axel
We are excited to welcome Dr. Axel Jones to the Bite Dental team. Dr. Axel graduated from prestigious Monash Unversity in Melbourne with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery in 2010.Dr Axell...
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In-studio whitening
While healthy teeth come in a range of various shapes, shades and sizes a lot of us desire the look of big, white teeth which has been established as a beauty standard in our modern society. Bright and...
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Is it time to swich your health insurance?
The Australian Dental Association (ADA) recently launched their Time2Switch campaign encouraging policyholders to revaluate their health insurance cover. The ADA believes that we need a health fund...
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New Year’s resolutions to improve your dental health
With the festive season behind, it is a good time to reflect on the previous year and take a refreshed approach to your health and wellbeing. Many people see it as a fresh start and a good opportunity...
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Will activated charcoal really whiten your teeth?
Activated charcoal seems to be the latest buzz in the beauty industry. If you are a social media user, you may have seen videos of people brushing their teeth with black paste revealing a white smile...
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Hi and goodbye
We're shuffling around Tom, our wisdom tooth surgeon who does most of the extractions at Bite Dental, is heading to Charleville for ten weeks to provide rural population with his services. For the next...
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Good news—she's back!
This month we have some very good news—our beloved dental assistant Stacey is back!She had a six month break from the dental industry before returning to Bite Dental. The whole team is very excited to...
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Eat your way to healthier teeth
We all know that sugar and acid are number one enemies when it comes to dental decay and erosion, but what about foods that promote good oral health? Recently there has been a lot of research into...
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Welcome our fresh face
Our team has expanded and as a result we would like to welcome Sarah to our studio!Sarah grew up in Brisbane and finished year 12 in 2016. She enjoys distance running, listening to music, walking her...
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Did Paleo Pete jump away from the frying pan and into the fire?
Thousands of viewers watched the Sunday Night special on 22 March 2017 to see Pete Evans face the media instead of judge cooking contestants on the popular cooking show My Kitchen Rules (that also...
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Have we found the smoking gun for vaping?
E-cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) have gained popularity in recent years among young people and former cigarette smokers as they’re perceived to be healthier and are a...
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Happy Birthday to us!
Its Bite Dental’s 7th Birthday! It’s customary for our team to celebrate by participating in a fun activity, so this year we were treated to a delicious dinner at the Brewhouse Woolloongabba and did a...
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Visit your dentist before you travel
The flights have been booked, hotels organized and tour planned. The thought of taking a well-deserved break and going travelling is exhilarating. However before you get overwhelmed with the...
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Play it smart—Get yourself a custom-fitted mouthguard
We’ve all heard a story or know someone who sustained a serious dental injury while playing sport. In Australia, thousands of adults and children receive blows to their face while playing sport...
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Congratulations Stacey and Aaron
On the 14th of July, we gathered to witness Stacey and Aaron say “I DO”. It was a gorgeous ceremony with few happy tears followed by a fun filled reception held at Braeside Wedding Venue on the sunny...
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Dental myths busted
These days we are presented with a vast assortment of information related to our health and well-being through social media and search engines. This month we examine the most common dental myths that...
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Four ways water improves your oral health
We all know that water is vital to our general health and well-being. Not surprisingly good hydration has a positive effect on your oral health too. This month, just in time for summer, we are raising...
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