Diabetes is a chronic condition in which the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood is too high. People with poorly controlled diabetes are more susceptible to infection and don’t heal as fast or effectively as people with very well controlled diabetes or people without the condition. There are a few ways you can help…

Dental decay is one of the most chronic childhood diseases – left untreated it can cause pain, infections and abcesses. Poor dental health early on is more likely to lead to poor dental health later in life. Dental hygiene and good health is vital for overall health and wellbeing. Fortunately, there are a number of…

Stress can place a lot of strain on all areas of our lives. But have you considered what it could mean for your oral health? During periods of stress, the body’s immune system is compromised, which means it cannot work as effectively to fight off infections. This leaves you more prone to getting run down…

The Australian Diabetes Council has indicated that 3.6 million Australians and 366 million people worldwide are living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes(1)!  So what is diabetes exactly and how does it relate to Oral health? Diabetes is a chronic disease, whereby the body is unable to produce an adequate supply of…

Oral care and hygiene is very important in childhood in order to maintain and develop healthy teeth and gums, and just as important is to establish a positive approach to visiting the dentist. Dentalspa is a Geelong dentist dedicated to childrens dentistry and them having a positive experience at the dentist. You can confidently schedule your…

The effects of smoking on health are well known and well documented.  We know the risks, with exposure in the media, and packaging millions are spent on anti-smoker campaigns about the effects on the body.  However, the effects on the oral cavity can be overlooked; oral cancer is not the only consequence to your oral…

Preventative dentistry is a crucial part of Dentalspa Geelong’s dental care, especially when it comes to our littlest patients.  Our children’s dentists in Geelong work with each child to encourage them to have a positive attitude toward better oral health and dietary practices. Everyone has different dental needs and risk levels, which should decide the frequency…