
It’s Mouth Guard Season
SpaDental are offering a special offer for professionally made mouthguards for all types of sport (especially rugby & soccer). Usually $330, we are making custom guards for $100. Health fund cards can be used for added savings. We have been making mouthguards for...
Fun facts about Smiling
Everyone knows the quote “laughter is the best medicine,” and you have probably even experienced the benefits of smiling and laughter. But did you know that the simple act of smiling can boost your mood and even your immune system? Here are some fascinating scientific...
Snack Attack
For a long time we’ve heard ‘you are what you eat’, a phrase commonly associated with weight management. Funnily enough, the same is true of your teeth. Diet plays a major role in oral health. A healthy and balanced diet (combined with brushing...
Fuelling the Greed
Fuelling the Greed Thanks to persuasive advertising and company endorsements from our sports men and women, many people, including children, teenagers, adults, parents and coaches believe that commercially prepared sports drinks are a must. But for the majority of us a well-balanced diet...
Sports Gluttony
Gluttony is another word you don’t normally associate with the super-fit and sporty! But certain habits such as snacking and grazing put our teeth at risk! Tooth decay is caused by how frequently we snack and how long you are exposed to food...
When should my child first see the dentist?
Earlier than you think! Just because your baby doesn’t have a full set of teeth doesn’t mean they are not at risk. As a general rule, you should book an appointment with your dentist when your baby’s first tooth becomes visible or they...Missing Teeth
I have a missing tooth – should I have the gap closed? Your teeth support and rely on each other. When one or more teeth are missing, the remaining teeth can shift out of their normal position. In most cases it is important...Patient Story – Mandible Advancement/Somnomed
I would like to greatly thank Sean and the Spa Dental team for looking after my dental and general health this year. The mandible advancement/Somnomed device that Sean has fitted for me couldn’t have come at a better time. After 3 days of...Staff News
There has been a few staff changes in 2012 at Spa Dental. Karen, our senior dental assistant, has left us after 7 wonderful years of service and dedication. She'll be greatly missed and we wish her every possible success and happiness in her...